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Assessment of a global contrail modeling method and operational strategies for contrail mitigation

Klima, Kelly (2005)

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Conceptual aircraft design for environmental impact : modeling operations for emissions assessment

King, Daniel J. (2005)

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Cost-benefit analysis of aircraft design for environment using a fleet perspective and real options

Hynes, Christopher Dennis (2005)

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  • Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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The historical fuel efficiency characteristics of regional aircraft from technological, operational, and cost perspectives

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  • Advisor: Ian A. Waitz
  • Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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Development of a rapid global aircraft emissions estimation tool with uncertainty quantification

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  • Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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The impact of aircraft design reference mission on fuel efficiency in the air transportation system

Yutko, Brian M. (Brian Matthew) (2013)

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Full efficiency benefits and implementation considerations for cruise altitude and speed optimization in the National Airspace system

Jensen, Luke L (2014)

  • Advisor: R. John Hansman, Jr.
  • Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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Estimation of potential aircraft fuel burn reduction in cruise via speed and altitude optimization strategies

Lovegren, Jonathan A. (Jonathan Anders) (2011)

  • Advisor: R. John Hansman, Jr.
  • Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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Reducing the air quality impacts of aircraft activity at airports

Ashok, Akshay (2016)

  • Advisor: Steven R.H. Barrett
  • Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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