Control of Air Pollution from Aviation: The Emission Standard Setting Process.
Abstract
Air pollutant emissions from aviation sources are a small but increasing part of all emissions on a national scale. The United States Environmental Protection Agency first issued emission standards for aircraft engines in 1973 and has repeatedly changed the control regulations since that time. Critics claim the standards are too stringent and do not solve any real air pollution problems. Proponents argue that ambient air standards for oxidants and other pollutants are frequently violated and will not be achieved unless control technology is applied to many sources - including those the size of airports. The objective of this research is to evaluate the potential effects of aviation on ambient air quality with special emphasis on the requirement and techniques for setting aviation control standards. A logical framework called the 'hypothesis decision model' was developed. It offers a structured way of dealing with complex issues. Application of the model focuses on aircraft sources but a generic version is also proposed. Adoption would explicitly document the manner that technical evidence is considered in a variety of decisions concerning the establishment of emission standards.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA107435
Entities
People
- Dennis Freeman Naugle
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology