European aviation groups oppose EU plan to broaden emissions trading to longer flights
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- Airlines, airports and air traffic organisations in Europe have issued a joint position against the European Commission’s proposal to extend the EU Emissions Trading System to international flights up to 5,000 km and to all long‑haul traffic. The opposition was presented in a paper by the BDL and FNAM in Berlin and is backed by the Destination 2050 alliance in Brussels, which includes A4E, ERAA, ACI Europe, ASD and Canso. (sources: [1])
- The Commission’s revision would bring more flights under the ETS, increasing the regulatory burden and cost for carriers operating routes beyond the current limits. Industry groups argue that the expansion could affect the competitiveness of European airlines and the attractiveness of European airports for international traffic.
Why it matters
If adopted, the broader ETS could raise operating costs for airlines and influence route planning, potentially impacting revenue and airport traffic volumes.
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