by Nigel Hilton

The aviation, tourism and hotel industries are the industries that suffered the first, and perhaps even the hardest, blow, following the Corona crisis. The steps taken by the countries of the world since the outbreak of the virus immediately translated into flight cancellations and a dramatic drop in the occupancy rate of the aircraft. As we enter a new phase, reopening business, how will they cope going forwards? In aviation, the question arises not only when these branches will return to operation, but how. Airports, from which the virus began to spread around the world, are highly sensitive public spaces and will have to adopt new patterns of conduct and inspection appropriate to the health and safety constraints of the post-Corona era. These restrictions will correspond with the tourists' own requirements for strict hygiene and inspection measures. For any type of business, they will be struggling to catch up; but could this actually be a benefit to some?

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Technology driving things forward

As a result, a new market for technological solutions is expected to be created, which will allow airports to conduct advanced medical monitoring and adapt its activities to the new regulation in the field of public health. The hottest areas will probably be infection detection systems using thermal cameras, and automatic disinfection systems for transporting luggage and luggage and public spaces. There may even be new restrictions and changes in air traffic control and updating airport runway markings. However it is important to note that there are some smaller businesses that operate within the world of aviation. 

Many businesses like Sentech supply to the aviation industry also, so it is well worth noting that technology is likely to be the biggest change that the industry comes across. There is plenty of scope for businesses, because there will be new technologies for various applications: medical examinations before entering the airport and before boarding the plane. Scanning and detection technologies, which will be integrated within or alongside the detectors currently located at airports and will be an integral part of the entrance gates. Switching from manual contact to non-manual contact, making payments via mobile instead of credit cards and more. It is important to know that going forward, all businesses across every industry will need to meet new demands, including technological advances as well as changing their ethos to a more sustainable vision. There are so many things that can change and will change; therefore it’s good to prepare. 
Businesses that deal with the aviation industry will have to deal with further concerns because there is an aspect of safety to deal with which could hinder production and sales. The prevailing assumption is that the air is of poor quality and even dangerous. Aviation experts claim “This is a misconception. There has not been a single proven case of infection that occurred on an airplane.” however, it doesn’t stop the fear and the possibility of a turbulent few years to come. That is why, sharp, focused and diligent ideas can save all smaller and larger businesses in the coming months.