SES2+ Deal Leaves European Regional Airlines Disappointed: Missed Opportunity

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

The tentative agreement brokered during the early morning discussions at the EU trilogue on the Single European Sky (SES) reform is geared towards enhancing the efficiency, structure, and administration of European airspace.

Following ERA’s preliminary evaluation, and pending a comprehensive examination, it appears that this agreement falls short in adequately catering to the requirements of Europe’s regional airlines—an issue ERA has consistently championed since the European Commission introduced the revised proposal in September 2020.

Montserrat Barriga, ERA’s Director General commented; “ERA has continuously recognised the need for an ambitious and seamless Single European Sky, one that delivers for our airlines, our passengers and the environment. We are therefore disappointed that the final agreement appears to fall short of meeting these requirements. At first glance, several concessions appear to have been made which unfortunately reduces the likelihood of the substantial improvements that we have pushed for in terms of airspace capacity, operational efficiency and sustainability. It’s clear that further efforts will be required to address today’s aviation challenges effectively”.

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