Suzanne K. Kearns is an Associate Professor of aviation at the University of Waterloo in Canada. She is a former aeroplane and helicopter pilot, the author of five other aviation books, and is considered a leading expert in aviation education internationally. Kearns has developed and delivered ‘Aviation Fundamentals’ courses to thousands of students and professionals.
Praise for the first edition: 'Air traffic management (ATM) is a fast-paced and rapidly developing industry that provides global connectivity. ATM plays a vital role in the safe and efficient flow of global air traffic, and offers a variety of long-term job opportunities worldwide, with some of the most innovative organisations and state-of-the-art technologies. As the global voice of air traffic management, CANSO is working in partnership with ICAO, other regulatory bodies, industry partners and governments to highlight and exploit the opportunities available and to train a highly skilled and dynamic workforce of the future. We welcome those who have taken the step to help deliver safe, efficient and effective airspace, and look forward to an exciting journey ahead.' - Jeff Poole, Director General, Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO). 'Great CG balance between Technical and Referencing simplification without losing its fundamental essence. A valuable book for the future of aviation in a Global context. From its first Pioneers to the future of aviation and beyond. This book will appeal to anyone with an exploratory spirit for Aviation. I can see myself using this a lot - Love it! It's now my go to 'Aviation Bible'.' - Stephan Cappon, Ulysses Aerospace/Founder 'This comprehensive look at the interconnectedness of all aspects of national and international aviation is an important addition to the understanding of how aviation works. Never boring, the work remains lively and interactive throughout - the perfect reference aimed at the advancement of aviation.' - Frank Hofmann, Chair (retired), Aerospace Technology Department, John Abbott College, Montreal. IAOPA Representative to ICAO. 'The aviation industry is formed from a web of interconnected disciplines and professions; Fundamentals of International Aviation provides a coherent and concise examination of each of the key operational specialities to make sense of the whole organisational structure. Simply invaluable'. - Neil J Wilson, Senior Lecturer and Assistant Professor of Aviation Management, Coventry University, UK