Development of a mathematical model for managing schedule delays in air traffic operations

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https://doi.org/10.15587/1729-4061.2024.312342

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air traffic management, mathematical models, schedule delay management, optimization, operational efficiency, aviation industry

Abstract

The object of this research is delay in air traffic operations. The problem in this research that must be solved is how to reduce the impact of frequent delays which cause time efficiency but cause increased operational costs and make customers dissatisfied with air traffic services and then there is time complexity which is difficult to overcome. The interpretation of this research is to analyze existing problems and then apply mathematical methods so that it is possible to develop a model that is able to dynamically optimize flight rescheduling which can be beneficial for customers in reducing waiting times. This model will consider many important variables in managing delay schedules including real-time weather conditions, aircraft availability, airport capacity so that the results of this model show the ability to reduce the frequency and duration of delays which can increase customer satisfaction. This application shows that the model developed has main characteristics such as flexibility in adjusting schedules in terms of delays and accuracy in predicting potential delays so that the problems analyzed and researched can be resolved effectively and efficiently. This model can predict schedule delays with an accuracy level of 90 % according to predetermined input variables. Then there are quantitative benefits in the form of reducing operational costs for delays, increasing prediction accuracy and optimizing flight schedules. Qualitatively there are benefits in customer satisfaction and faster and more effective decision making. The scope of this research includes managing flight schedules at airports and international hubs. Implementation of this model is important to ensure high operational efficiency and minimize the impact of delays in various operational conditions

Author Biographies

Sunardi Sunardi, Universitas Sumatera Utara

Master of Electrical Engineering

Department of Physics

Syahrul Humaidi, Universitas Sumatera Utara

Doctor of Physics

Department of Physics

Marhaposan Situmorang, Universitas Sumatera Utara

Professor of Physics

Department of Physics

Marzuki Sinambela, Universitas Sumatera Utara

Doctor of Physics

Department of Physics

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Development of a mathematical model for managing schedule delays in air traffic operations

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2024-10-30

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Sunardi, S., Humaidi, S., Situmorang, M., & Sinambela, M. (2024). Development of a mathematical model for managing schedule delays in air traffic operations. Eastern-European Journal of Enterprise Technologies, 5(3 (131), 66–71. https://doi.org/10.15587/1729-4061.2024.312342

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Vol. 5 No. 3 (131) (2024): Control processes

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