Overview

• The coalition is advocating for the allocation of federal climate and transformation funds to support sustainable aviation fuels and hydrogen-based systems.
• High state taxes and fees are cited as the main reason for the slow recovery of Germany's aviation sector compared to other European countries.
• Proposals include reducing or eliminating the aviation tax, cutting bureaucratic burdens, and increasing funding for national aviation research.
• The coalition emphasizes the need to expand the hydrogen ecosystem for aviation, including infrastructure for production, transport, and refueling.
• Without decisive measures, the coalition warns of a loss of competitiveness and weakened connectivity to international markets.