Use the Internet to research one of the four modes of transportation, and describe its impact on the transportation industry. In addition, explain how the mode of transportation was selected, and compare it to the other three modes not selected Solution There are different modes of transportation like air, water and land transportation. some others like pipelines, cable and space transportation etc. Generally transportation is used to move people, animals, and other materials from one place to other. every mode of transportation has its different impact on the transportation industry. HERE I AM GOING TO DISCUSS THE IMPACT OF AIR TRANSPORTATION ON TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY: Air transportation is one of safest and most efficient means of transportation, it covers whole nation and internation distances. Just because of this mode, global trade is possible and one can live in other countries. * it provides worldwide transportation network, which helps in global business and tourism. * air transport adds 40% of export of goods in total value of export. 40% is very huge amount. and it automatically adds to GDP of country. * Travel system allows intercontinental travel to large volumes of the passengers & cargo in short periods of time. * The air transportation mode is vital for the growth of the business and industry in the community, providing air access to companies that are must to meet the demands and supply, competition & expanding marketing areas. * those Communities which do not have airports or some sufficient air services, have limitations placed on the capacity for the economic growth. NOW I AM GOING TO DISCUSS SOME POINTS REGARDING WHY AIR TRANSPORTATION IS PREFFERED OVER OTHER TRANSPORTATION: * It is the fastest and unbroken mode of transportation as compared to other modes. * No doubt it is one of the most expensive mode but its rapidity characteristics has overcome this limitation. * as compared to other modes, it is more comfortable, efficient and quick service. * one of the most point is that, this mode does not require any investment in construction of any tracks and paths as it is very much required in other modes. * their is no physical barrires while execution of service..