Response to adjusted package of I&W measures
Transavia has taken note of the letter to Parliament from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management about the additional package of measures to reduce the inconvenience caused by aviation at Schiphol. Transavia is surprised because no substantive consultation took place prior to these new adjustments. In addition, a cabinet formation is currently taking place that could possibly lead to a different approach to aviation policy. Transavia is disappointed that the number of night flights is being reduced even further, and that has a major impact on Transavia.
While Transavia - together with other sector parties - has submitted a plan (Cleaner, quieter, more economical) that does not require drastic cuts in numbers and at the same time the set noise targets are achieved.
Furthermore, the consideration for night closure is questionable to mention in this consultation document, because its impact is still being investigated. In any case, one effect is clear: the irreversible damage to Transavia's business model and the sector.
Transavia aims to really reduce nuisance. For this reason, Transavia invests billions in new aircraft and other initiatives to fly cleaner, quieter and more economically. But this is only possible if there remains perspective for Transavia and the sector. The efforts must be recognized and rewarded, as the forming parties also mention in the main lines agreement.
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