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Electronic Word-Of-Mouth Behavior Of Passengers In The Airport: The Combination Of Sor And Commitment-Trust Theory
Electronic Word-Of-Mouth Behavior Of Passengers In The Airport: The Combination Of Sor And Commitment-Trust Theory

Author(s): Bui Thanh Khoa, Nguyen Minh Quan, Van Bon Nguyen
Subject(s): Economy, Business Economy / Management
Published by: Стопанска академия »Д. А. Ценов«
Keywords: electronic word-of-mouth behavior; airport service quality; passengers’ pleasure; passengers’ trust

Summary/Abstract: Because airports serve as symbolic representations of a nation, careful oversight of airport service quality is essential to preserving a positive international reputation. Getting a competitive edge by satisfying travelers and vacationers with first-rate service is critical to spur real economic growth. This paper investigates the impact of airport service quality on passengers’ pleasure and its subsequent impact on trust and electronic word-of-mouth behavior. The survey data reveal that six dimensions of airport service quality, including check-in, security, convenience, ambiance, basic facilities and mobility, were analyzed for their impact on passengers’ pleasure. The results show that the quality of these services in the airport has a significant impact on passengers’ pleasure. Positive airport experiences lead to increased trust and positive electronic word-of-mouth behavior. The findings highlight the importance of providing high-quality airport services to enhance customer pleasure and maintain positive customer perceptions and behaviors toward the airport.

  • Issue Year: 2023
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 5-26
  • Page Count: 22
  • Language: English