Question

list any three merits and demerits of airways​

Answer 1

Answer:

Merits of air transport

Following are the advantages of air transport

High Speed

It is the fastest mode of transport and therefore suitable for carriage of goods over a long distance. It require less time.

Quick Service

Air transport provides comfortable, efficient and quick transport services. It is regarded as best mode of transport for transporting perishable .

Easy Access

Air transport is regarded as the only means of transport in those areas which are not easily accessible to other modes of transport. It is therefore accessible to all areas regardless the obstruction of land.

No Physical Barrier

Air transport is free from physical barriers because it follows the shortest and direct routes where seas, mountains and forests do not obstructing .

Imerical of air transport

Inspite of many advantages, air transport has some disadvantage also.

Risky

Air transport is the most risky form of transport because a minor accident may put a substantial loss to the goods, passengers and the crew. The chances of accidents are greater in comparison to other modes of transport.

Very Costly

Air transport is considered costlier as compare to other mode of transport. The operating cost of aero-planes are higher and it involves a great deal of expenditure on the construction of aerodromes and aircraft. Because of this reason the fare of air transport are high that common people can’t afford it.

Small Carrying Capacity

The aircrafts have small carrying capacity and therefore these are not suitable for carrying bulky and cheaper goods. The load capacity cannot be increased as it is found in case of rails

Answer 2

Merits of Airways :-

• You can travel faster, cover farer distances in short intervals of time.
• Transportation of goods, luggage's, delicate items are transported and handled carefully.
• Comfortable and efficient and all the necessary items, foods and everything we need is provided.

Demerits of Airways :-

• Dangerous and risky, as one cannot say when the plane crashes or loses control.
• Very expensive ticket, normal people cannot afford to book a ticket.
• Cannot carry everything, like cheaper goods and unusual goods and items are not allowed.