Java OOP in Action: Building an Airline Reservation System (ARS)

• AIRLINE:?a company that provides air transport services for traveling passengers and/or goods.
• RESERVATION: the action of reserving (recording) something.
• SYSTEM: a set of things working together as parts of a way of doing something.

In this way:

“An AIRLINE RESERVATION SYSTEM is a set of interconnected processes that enable the reservation and recording of air transport services provided by an airline.”

You can "book tickets" (in this case, it means?buy), but if you "reserve tickets", then the payment is not complete (and they have hence not been?bought, but only?held)

PROPOSAL OF THE SYSTEM

INTRODUCTION

The Airline Reservation System project aims to develop a user-friendly platform for passengers to book flights efficiently. This platform will provide features for users to search for flights, view available seats, reserve seats, and manage their bookings.

PROBLEM STATEMENT

Inefficient booking processes and lack of centralized management systems in the airline industry lead to difficulties for passengers in finding and booking flights, and for airline staff in managing flight schedules, seat availability, and passenger reservations. There is a need for a comprehensive solution that streamlines flight booking and management processes, ensuring a seamless experience for passengers while enhancing operational efficiency for airline operators.

WORKING/FUNCTIONALITY

• Display available flights and available seats in each of them.
• Provide user to select their preferred seats during the booking process.
• Enable users to not only to view but to cancel their reservations conveniently.
• Allow the staff to see the passenger details of each flight.
• Many functions will be added during process of building the code according to the requirement and flexibility.

WORK FLOW-UML DIAGRAM OF ARS

PILLARS OF OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING (OOP)

SYSTEM REQUIREMENT

Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent

RAM: 4 GB minimum

Storage: 2 GB free disk space for Eclipse and project files

Display: 1024 x 768 resolution or higher

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENT

Eclipse Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

Java Development Kit (JDK)

Operating System: Windows 7 or later

ADVANTAGES OF THE ARS

• SPEED: Fastest mode of long-distance travel.
• GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY: Connects major cities and remote locations worldwide.
• ECONOMIC IMPACT: Generates employment and stimulates tourism and business sectors.
• SAFETY: One of the safest modes of transportation due to advanced technology and regulations.
• CONVENIENCE: Offers a range of services and multiple classes of service.

DISADVANTAGES OF THE ARS

• HIGH COSTS: Expensive ticket prices and additional fees.
• ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: Significant carbon footprint and noise pollution.
• DELAYS AND CANCELLATIONS: Caused by weather, technical issues, and air traffic.
• STRINGENT SECURITY MEASURES: Time-consuming and stressful security checks.
• HEALTH RISKS: Spread of infectious diseases and discomfort during long flights.

FUTURE ENHANCEMENT

• Multi-Language Support: Support multiple languages to cater to a global audience.
• Booking History: Enable users to view their booking history and manage upcoming trips.
• Graphical User Interface (GUI): Implement a more intuitive and visually appealing GUI using JavaFX or Swing to enhance user experience.
• Enhanced Search Functionality: Allow users to search for flights using various criteria such as flexible dates, layovers, preferred airlines, and price ranges.
• Filter Options: Implement filters for direct flights, seat preferences, meal preferences, and more.

REFERENCES

Greeks for Greeks: https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/

Chat gpt: https://chatgpt.com/

CODE OF AIRLINE RESERVATION SYSTEM (ARS)

CONCLUSION

As we've seen, an effective Airline Reservation System is the backbone of modern air travel.

Remember that an effective reservation system is crucial for both customer satisfaction and airline success.

We hope this article has given you a clear understanding of the importance and functionality of these systems.

Safe Travel and Happy Reservation!