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transportation2 years ago•2 min saved

Amsterdam Airport Abandons Flight Cap Plans Amid International Pressure

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's plans to introduce a flight cap in summer 2024 have been suspended by the Dutch government. The cap would have limited the airport to 452,500 annual flights, but the decision to suspend the plan means there won't be major capacity cuts next summer. Smaller airlines and consumers benefit from this decision, but the uncertainty surrounding the issue continues, as more restrictions may be forthcoming in the future. Schiphol Airport expressed disappointment in the government's decision, highlighting the need for clarity and certainty for local residents.

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#amsterdam-schiphol-airport #aviation #flight-cap

transportation2 years ago•4 min saved

Dutch Government Implements Flight Cap at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Despite Protests

The Dutch government is moving forward with a new flight cap for Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, reducing flight capacity to 452,500 flights per year starting in 2024. This environmental measure has major implications for airlines and passengers, potentially leading to flight cancellations and higher fares. KLM, the largest airline serving the airport, is unhappy with the decision. Critics argue that restricting the types of planes or implementing a carbon offset tax would be more effective in reducing emissions. The plan is subject to approval by the European Commission.

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#airlines #amsterdam-schiphol-airport #dutch-government