Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study examines how sentiments and perceptions in Greece relate to seaplane adoption, building on prior work on Greek users’ emotions and attitudes toward seaplane services. Using survey data from N = 443 respondents (N = 373 used in the logistic model), we estimate a binary logistic regression for the intention to choose a seaplane. Perceived comfort and safety (F3) is the dominant predictor, substantially increasing the odds of adoption (e.g., OR = 6.67, 95% CI [4.09, 11.35]; robust under Firth penalization). In the full MLE model, emotion dummies (Freedom, No feelings) are not statistically significant relative to Joy; Fear exhibits quasi-complete separation, so its MLE coefficient is not interpretable (penalized results are provided as sensitivity). Model performance indicates acceptable discrimination (AUC = 0.782, 95% CI [0.734, 0.829]). Better perceived comfort and safety are critical for broader seaplane use in island and coastal regions.
Source: AppliedMath
Institution: Hellenic Mediterranean University
Language: English
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,207
OpenAlex ID: W4415924856