Airport

Main Characters and Their Development

• Mel Bakersfeld - the general manager of the airport, who faces a severe snowstorm and other management challenges. Throughout the novel, he must deal with personal and professional challenges, demonstrating determination and leadership qualities.
• Joe Patroni - an experienced mechanic and airline employee. His knowledge and ability to quickly solve problems play a key role in resolving the crisis with the stranded aircraft.
• Vern Demerest - a seasoned and confident pilot involved in a romance with a flight attendant. During the events, he faces moral dilemmas and realizes what truly matters to him in life.
• Gwen Meighen - a flight attendant involved in a romantic relationship with Vern. She faces a serious personal choice when she discovers her pregnancy.
• Tanya Livingston - a passenger planning to blow up a plane to secure her family with an insurance policy. Her desperate actions endanger the lives of everyone on board.