Lufthansa Warns of Shrinking Flight Plans Amid Rising Costs

High airport fees and planned regulations are prompting airlines to cut routes, threatening Germany's connectivity.

Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr expresses concern over the impact of increased state costs on Germany's air connectivity.
Eurowings and Ryanair have announced significant reductions in their German flight schedules due to high fees.
The German aviation industry criticizes planned regulations, such as the e-fuel blending quota, for further straining airline operations.
Ryanair plans to cease operations at Dortmund, Dresden, and Leipzig airports by summer 2025, citing excessive costs.
The Bundesverband der Deutschen Luftverkehrswirtschaft calls for tax revenue to support alternative fuels and reduce financial burdens.