Aviation industry to press Government for bold policy

The three leading trade associations in the aviation sector have come together to call on the Government to be bold when it launches its consultation on aviation policy next month.

In a joint statement released today, ADS Group (Aerospace, Defence and Security Industries), AOA (Airport Operators Association) and BATA (British Air Transport Association) representing over 2,800 aviation manufacturers, airports and airlines respectively, say:

“As the Coalition Government recognises, the UK’s economy needs to compete in both established and emerging markets.  This requires excellent aviation connectivity right across the country, ensuring the UK has both vibrant point-to-point airports and sufficient world-class hub capacity.  This means prioritising a favourable planning and regulatory regime and developing a bold aviation policy, permitting new airport capacity where required.  To ensure there is no further erosion of the UK’s competitive position, the Government must set a clear timetable for these measures to be put in place, as part of a new aviation policy.” www.adsgroup.org.uk www.aoa.org.uk www.bata.uk.com

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