Europe’s aviation sector appealed to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for an Aviation Strategy that recognises the economic and competitive role of aviation, especially in light of Mario Draghi’s recommendations.
The organizations A4E, ACI EUROPE, ASD, CANSO Europe and ERA united to compile an updated “Destination 2050” roadmap outlines strategies for achieving net zero carbon emissions in aviation by 2050, emphasizing improvements in aircraft technology and the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
The aviation sector called for an Aviation Strategy that recognizes the economic and competitive role of aviation, especially in light of Mario Draghi’s recommendations.
The updated “Destination 2050” roadmap outlines strategies for achieving net zero carbon emissions in aviation by 2050, emphasizing improvements in aircraft technology and the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
Key policy recommendations include establishing an EU industrial strategy for SAF and ensuring the Clean Industrial Deal and Sustainable Transport Investment Plan prioritize aviation’s strategic importance.
The Chairs of A4E, ACI EUROPE, and other industry organizations stated the urgency of implementing supportive measures to secure a sustainable and competitive aviation future, aiming for decisive actions in 2023.
Key policy recommendations include establishing an EU industrial strategy for SAF and ensuring the Clean Industrial Deal and Sustainable Transport Investment Plan prioritize aviation’s strategic importance.
The Chairs of A4E, ACI EUROPE, and other industry organizations stated the urgency of implementing supportive measures to secure a sustainable and competitive aviation future, aiming for decisive actions in 2023.
A written statement shared: “With efficient EU policy measures, we can secure aviation’s vital and strategic importance and continue driving social and economic progress throughout Europe. The new Destination 2050 report shows that the European aviation industry has a clear and actionable pathway to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, but urgent action must happen now. It is critical the European Commission delivers an Aviation Strategy this year, grounded in decarbonisation and maintaining competitiveness. It must seize the opportunity to place aviation at the centre of the Clean Industrial Deal and Sustainable Transport Investment Plan, while simplifying the regulatory burden and ensuring a supportive regulatory and investment framework. There’s not a moment to lose and acting today will ensure a strong, competitive and more sustainable aviation industry for tomorrow.”
All of this requires the Commission to step up and deliver the support to supplement the efforts of industry through:
- Implementing an EU industrial strategy for SAF together with mechanisms to rapidly bring down its cost.
- Ensuring the Clean Industrial Deal and the Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP) reflect the strategic importance of aviation in Europe.
- Supporting research and innovation to facilitate less fuel burn through programmes such as Clean Aviation for new aircraft technologies and SESAR for air traffic management.
