Overview

• A coalition of 14 associations and unions is pressing the German government to reduce state-imposed costs, including the air traffic tax, to revive the aviation sector's competitiveness.
• The Climate and Transformation Fund is proposed as a resource to support sustainable aviation technologies, such as synthetic fuels and hydrogen-based systems.
• A study by the German Aerospace Center found that aviation costs in Germany have risen by 38% since 2019, outpacing the European average of 26%.
• Passenger numbers in Germany remain 20% below pre-pandemic levels, with high costs and competition from rail services cited as key factors.
• Industry stakeholders argue that reducing the air traffic tax could increase passenger numbers by up to 5 million annually, bolstering connectivity and economic growth.