Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Nextgen shopping experience:

1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Nextgen offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Nextgen at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.

2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about

3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Nextgen? Wrong! If the Nextgen is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.

4. Questions - Got a question about Nextgen then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....

5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Nextgen? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Nextgen and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.

6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Nextgen wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.

7. Feedback - happy with your Nextgen then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.

8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Nextgen site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site

9. Contact - got a question about Nextgen, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.

10. Payment - ready to pay for your Nextgen, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.

NextGen or Next Generation Air Transportation System is the name given to the project which is set to completely overhaul the United States national airspace system (NAS).

The goal of NextGen is to increase the capacity of the NAS, while increasing efficiency and safety through the use of leading edge technology. This includes the use of satellites for communication, implementation of ADS-B, GPS, etc.

History " Vision 100—Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act, Pub. L. 108-176, represents a multi-agency initiative to transform the future air transportation system. This act created the Joint Planning and Development Office as the means by which six government agencies will combine resources and talent to effect the transformation." - NGATS Institute

Dates

• December 2003 - Vision 100 – Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act - Passed by both congressional houses. (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)
• December 2004 - The NextGen integrated plan was delivered to Congress by the JPDO. (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)
• March 2006 - 2005 progress report to the Next Generation Air Transportation Integrated Plan (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)
• March 2007 - 2006 progress report to the Next Generation Air Transportation integrated plan. (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)

Sources

• Joint Planning & Development Office
• Making the NextGen Vision a Reality: 2006 Progress Report to the Next Generation Air Transportation Sytem Integrated Plan
• NGATS Institute

NextGen or Next Generation Air Transportation System is the name given to the project which is set to completely overhaul the United States national airspace system (NAS).

The goal of NextGen is to increase the capacity of the NAS, while increasing efficiency and safety through the use of leading edge technology. This includes the use of satellites for communication, implementation of ADS-B, GPS, etc.

History " Vision 100—Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act, Pub. L. 108-176, represents a multi-agency initiative to transform the future air transportation system. This act created the Joint Planning and Development Office as the means by which six government agencies will combine resources and talent to effect the transformation." - NGATS Institute

Dates

• December 2003 - Vision 100 – Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act - Passed by both congressional houses. (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)
• December 2004 - The NextGen integrated plan was delivered to Congress by the JPDO. (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)
• March 2006 - 2005 progress report to the Next Generation Air Transportation Integrated Plan (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)
• March 2007 - 2006 progress report to the Next Generation Air Transportation integrated plan. (http://www.jpdo.aero/integrated_plan.html)

Sources

• Joint Planning & Development Office
• Making the NextGen Vision a Reality: 2006 Progress Report to the Next Generation Air Transportation Sytem Integrated Plan
• NGATS Institute