Aviation Leader
Critical Analysis Research Paper Instructions
The aim of the critical analysis research paper assignment is to learn applied leadership skills and behaviors by researching and evaluating leadership attributes and behaviors of a past or present aviation leader. This work will allow you to more deeply understand how people deal with difficult situations and become effective, influential leaders who make a difference.
Required Elements
Your paper should contain the following elements.
· Choose a leader in the aviation field, past or present – should be the aviation leader from your Case Study Discussion Board Assignment
· Describe and analyze 2–3 leadership traits or attributes exhibited by the leader.
· Describe and analyze an ethical or moral dilemma or situation faced by the leader.
· Evaluate how the traits or attributes contributed to this person’s effectiveness while he or she executed Authority, Responsibility, and Accountability (ARA).
· Summarize leadership lessons learned for personal development.
Additional Instructions
Write a 3–5-page paper in current APA format. This length does not include the cover page and reference page. The paper should contain a title page and a references page. The margins must be 1” on all sides in accordance with APA formatting. Font preference for the paper is Times New Roman, 12 pt.; a different font may be used if in accordance with the APA Style Guide, Version 7.
You must use a minimum of three references. Wiki sites and encyclopedias may not be used for research purposes. References must include as a minimum:
· At least 1 published book on the leader, not including assigned course books (i.e. York books)
· At least 1 journal article
