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Airport Operators Association warns of £2.6bn summer losses
In an interview with Airports International, Karen Dee, Chief Executive of the Airport Operators Association, voiced her concerns at the government’s “overly cautious” approach to reopening international travel during a challenging period for UK aviation
Aviation sector calls on Scottish government to tackle high testing costs
The industry believes that expensive Covid-19 tests will make travelling less accessible, prohibiting a successful recovery
UK PCR tests cost double compared to Europe, research reveals
The ABTA and AOA have urged the government to look into the testing fee as it could potentially be harmful for the recovery of aviation
Last summer worst since 1975 for UK airports, CAA data reveals
A total of 14.2 million passengers passed through UK facilities from July to September, the lowest recorded since the mid-1970s
Aviation industry responds to Boris Johnson’s roadmap
The new plans have been cautiously welcomed across the sector, but calls for more support are still being made
Business rates relief for airports brings less than fortnight of respite, says AOA
The current tax relief programme for the industry is expected to bring only 13 days of respite
AOA recovery plan highlights need for government support
The report calls for financial aid for the industry, as well as new strategies to remove travel bans and quarantine measures
UK government opens Airport and Ground Operations Support scheme
The AOA feels this is not enough to ensure economic recovery and job security within the industry
UK airports respond as hotel quarantine plans set to be announced
The AOA and facilities within the UK have told Airports International about their concerns with the new government initiative
AOA calls for government support after travel corridor closure
The industry is in desperate need of monetary relief to stay afloat, says the industry association