Following the CDU/CSU and SPD's agreement on the coalition agreement for the upcoming legislative period, Aletta von Massenbach, President of the German Airport Association (ADV), also commented on the agreements. She welcomed the measures set out in the agreement to modernize and strengthen the aviation industry and Germany as a hub for aviation as first steps toward improving competitiveness.
Ms. von Massenbach particularly emphasized the planned abolition of the power-to-liquid (PtL) quota, which goes beyond European law, by 2025. This would create planning security and strengthen the competitive position of German aviation. The ADV also positively assessed the commitment not to discriminate European airlines against non-European competitors regarding the blending quota for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
The Airport Association also welcomed the coalition agreement's intention to continue supporting small airports with air traffic control costs. This is of great importance for the structure of the German airport landscape. Finally, Ms. von Massenbach praised the announced development of a comprehensive strategy that will link the civil and military aviation industries and strengthen Germany as a center of aviation. The ADV pledged its support in the implementation of these projects.
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