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January 4, 2022

Zurich boss Widrig does not expect pre-crisis levels before 2025

Amely Mizzi 4 January 2022 19:39

Switzerland's largest airport, Zurich-Kloten, is hoping for a significant improvement from spring 2022. However, according to airport boss Stefan Widrig, a return to pre-pandemic figures will not be seen before 2025. The manager explained to the tourism magazine Travel Inside that the Omikron variant has a strong influence on demand. "Since Omikron appeared on the radar, the aviation industry has almost been back to square one," said Widrig. It would be difficult to make any predictions at the moment, because a lot depends on which restrictions are made and how long they last. The Zurich airport boss rejects blanket quarantines. However, Widrig considers tests on entry to be "justifiable" in view of the Omikron variant. He is calling on the Swiss Federal Council to stop using quarantine lists. He told Travel Inside: "It is fine to ensure a certain slowdown in travel between continents. But you must be able to travel freely within Schengen.” In 1, there were around a third more passengers than in 2021. Around ten million travelers. Financially, the airport is well positioned: “Fortunately, we built up reserves in the good times and also diversified the business. Last year, we also took on 2019 million Swiss francs in external capital to ensure liquidity at all times. We have sufficient financial resources to get through this crisis. And even if 900 is difficult, we will not need any state aid, apart from short-time work compensation.” Short-time work also played a key role in keeping job cuts to a minimum.

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Canada: Omikron paralyzed Pacific Coastal Airlines

Jan Gruber 4 January 2022 19:02

The Canadian Pacific Coastal Airlines temporarily suspended flight operations due to the Omicron Corona variant. It was not possible to fly on January 2 and 3, 2022, but took off again on January 4, 2022. The carrier explained, among other things, that the Omicron mutation had spread rapidly in the operations control center. It would have been impossible to maintain flight operations. On the occasion of the restart, the regional airline announced: "Our teams exhausted all options and resources before making the decision to suspend operations for these two days. It breaks my heart to affect the travel plans of so many customers, but we currently have no viable alternative," says Quentin Smith, President of Pacific Coastal Airlines. "We are taking this quick and necessary measure to protect the integrity of our long-term schedule and secure our operations." The regional airline serves 17 airports in British Columbia from Vancouver. It is also active from other airports, including with seaplanes. The airline has a cooperation agreement with Westjet and operates flights under the Westjet Link brand. The fleet currently consists mainly of Saab 340 aircraft.

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USA: Airbahn has to postpone the start again

Amely Mizzi 4 January 2022 18:39

The US start-up Airbahn has to postpone its planned first flight again. One of the reasons given for this is that the corona pandemic has led to a delay in the approval process. A corresponding application for an extension has already been submitted to the Department of Transportation. The authority is asked to extend the deadline to June 30, 2022. The start-up, which has already taken delivery of the first Airbus A320, is backed by the owners and managers of the Pakistani airline Airblue. It was originally assumed that the approval process would be completed by the end of January 2022. It is now hoped that the necessary training will be completed by the end of April 2022 and that all requirements for obtaining AOC and operating license will be met by June 30, 2022.

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Lessor Jetstream Aviation Capital launches Saab 2000 freighters

Jan Gruber 4 January 2022 18:02

The Saab 2000 is considered one of the fastest turboprop aircraft in the world. It was not a commercial success as a passenger aircraft, as only 63 examples were built. Now the first aircraft are being converted into freighters. One example is about to be handed over to an operator. The Swedish company Täby Air Maintenance converted a Saab 2000 into a pure cargo aircraft. The work was carried out in Örebro and is largely complete. However, official approval is still pending. It is expected that this Saab 2000 can be handed over to the leasing company Jetstream Aviation Capital towards the end of March 2022. By then, approvals from the FAA and EASA should be available. In addition to the existing cargo areas, six additional compartments are to be available. The volume will increase to 55,4 cubic meters. The floor loading limit is 730 kilograms per square meter. The maximum payload is specified as 6.622 kilograms, with the maximum payload for operation under US FAR Part 135 being 3.402 kilograms.

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EC-LXA: Iberojet now has a “postman” in its fleet

Amely Mizzi 4 January 2022 17:03

The Spanish airline Iberojet now has a genuine “postman” in its fleet with the EC-LXA. This Airbus A330-343X is now painted in the colors of the state-owned Correos, the largest postal service provider in Spain. The passenger aircraft, built in 2005, has been used as a so-called “preighter” for some time. Most recently, this aircraft was mainly used on behalf of Correos. Now the twin-jet has been given the livery of the client. The work was carried out at Dublin Airport in Ireland. The first photos of the “postman” from Iberojet are embedded below:

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Heathrow fees: Airlines and airport remain at odds

Jan Gruber 4 January 2022 16:07

The largest airport in the United Kingdom wants to compensate for the loss of earnings caused by the corona pandemic by increasing fees. At the first attempt, the British Civil Aviation Authority did not approve the planned amount. But it still became more expensive - to the annoyance of British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. The two top dogs continue to protest against the price increases and repeatedly threaten to reduce their presence at Heathrow. However, the actual relocation on a large scale has not yet happened. It is not quite that simple, because this airport is the main hub for British Airways. It is therefore not surprising that ex-IAG boss Willie Walsh, in his new role as IATA President, is ranting against the management of Heathrow Airport. In an open letter, he accuses them of "greed" and "returning to old tricks". They are demanding that the fees be reduced, not increased. Heathrow Airport sees the matter completely differently, as in November 2021, for example, the volume was around 60 percent lower than in November 2019. The comparatively restrictive entry and quarantine regulations in the United Kingdom, which often change with minimal lead time, are also partly to blame. According to its own information, Heathrow has made losses of 3,4 billion pounds since the beginning of the corona pandemic. The airlines, however, are annoyed that the UK's largest airport is simultaneously emphasizing that it has cash reserves of 4,1 billion pounds available. However, this is offset by debts of 15,4 billion pounds. Interest must be paid on these, which ultimately

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Entry requirements: Cyprus requires up to three corona tests

Jan Gruber 4 January 2022 15:09

Anyone who wants to fly to Larnaka or Paphos in the next few days will have to take two to three corona tests in the future. Vaccinated and recovered people must also present a negative PCR test, which must not be older than 15 hours, upon entry until at least January 2022, 48. In addition, a second PCR test must be taken immediately after entry. The costs must be borne by the traveler and usually paid in advance when booking the appointment or on site. If the result is also negative, you can spend your holiday in Cyprus without any further requirements. Important: People who cannot yet provide proof of a booster vaccination (also known as a "third vaccination") must even take a third corona test. This must be carried out around 72 hours after entering the island state. In contrast to the two previous tests, a rapid antigen test is then required. The costs for this must also be paid out of your own pocket. The Cypriot government intends to maintain these entry regulations until at least January 15, 2022, although a possible extension has already been announced. People who are not vaccinated against Covid-19 must expect to have to go into quarantine. It should also be noted that all people - regardless of vaccination status - must create the so-called Cyprus Flight Pass online.

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Düsseldorf started the new year with a new fee schedule

Jan Gruber 4 January 2022 14:02

A new fee structure has been in effect at Düsseldorf Airport since January 1, 2022. This favors modern aircraft and at the same time is intended to motivate airlines to use the airport more during the day. Fee structures at German commercial airports must be approved by the authorities and consist of various services that can be used by airport users. The fee that has to be paid for take-offs and landings is primarily based on the MTOW. Other items that may be incurred include parking fees, for example. "With the approval of our new fee structure, we were able to implement a very ambitious project. It is the result of intensive discussions with our airline partners. We have succeeded in finding a transparent, comprehensible regulation that applies equally to all airlines and shows under which conditions aircraft can be used in Düsseldorf. It is a reliable basis for the airlines' continued commitment to our location," says Düsseldorf Airport Director Thomas Schnalke.

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Slot rules: EU Commission lets Lufthansa down

Amely Mizzi 4 January 2022 13:08

In recent weeks, the Lufthansa Group has repeatedly raised the issue of the current European slot rules. It was suggested that 18.000 avoidable flights would have to be carried out in order to comply with the rules. The lobbying efforts met with little response in Brussels, as the EU Commission insists on compliance with the 64 percent rule. In concrete terms, this means that airlines must actually use at least 2021 percent of their take-off and landing rights during the current 22/64 winter period. Otherwise, the respective regulator threatens to withdraw them and reassign them. Lufthansa is of the opinion that, given the current demand, empty flights would even have to be carried out in order not to endanger the slots. There was a controversial discussion on this between the future Austrian Airlines boss Annette Mann and a Wizz Air manager. However, the EU Commission assumes that the Omicron variant will at most cause a short-term dip in the recovery of European air traffic. There is therefore no need to relax the slot rules. However, there is a catch: If airlines can prove that the use of their take-off and landing rights has been made virtually impossible for them, for example due to strict entry and quarantine regulations, the 64 percent rule should not be applied. Brussels will then decide on a case-by-case basis.

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Tightening: Cuba also requires vaccinated people to test negative for the PCR

Jan Gruber 4 January 2022 10:03

Effective January 5, 2022, even people who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 must present a negative PCR test when entering Cuba. This must be no more than 72 hours old, with the time of the swab being the only thing that counts. In addition, people who, for example, want to spend their vacation on the island must register electronically in advance. They will then receive a QR code, which must be presented either on their smartphone or printed out at the border control. The Cuban government has instructed airlines flying to its territory that proof of vaccination, PCR test and QR code must be checked during check-in. The QR code may also be requested at the hotel. Important: The negative corona test (PCR) must not be older than 72 hours at the time of entry control by the Cuban authorities.

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