Differing national approaches to reopening borders jeopardises recovery
ACI Europe and A4E highlight how the smooth reopening of external EU borders is being jeopardised by non-harmonised, uncoordinated national measures.
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ACI Europe and A4E highlight how the smooth reopening of external EU borders is being jeopardised by non-harmonised, uncoordinated national measures.
The EASA Charter, which has currently been signed by 22 European airports and airport operators, includes the certification of the members’ ability to ensure the highest epidemiological safety standards and provides information exchange to improve the joint industry measures aimed at ensuring maximum safety during the global pandemic.
More than 4,000 physical distancing floor and seat markings at check in, security and gate lounges, alongside 420 hand sanitiser units, have been deployed at Melbourne Airport.
From 10 July 2020, passengers will be able to travel to many countries without having to self-isolate on return to the UK.
Airlines and airport operators should be included in the discussions to assess the practicalities of implementing public health measures.
It has been determined that the value of 2019 emissions shall be used for 2020 emissions within CORSIA to avoid an inappropriate economic burden on aviation.
Removing restrictions on travel to and within the EU is required as the industry begins recovery, but must occur with coordination and collaboration.
Vision-Box is set to host a series of live talks between leading representatives from government, travel, tourism and aviation.
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In addition to calling for $13 billion in financial support, ACI-NA has made several aviation policy recommendations to the U.S. Congress.
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ICAO, IATA and ACI Asia-Pacific are urging Middle Eastern governments to implement global guidance in order to ensure the safe restart of the region's aviation industry.
ACI Europe's commitments and recommendations focus on the safe resumption of European aviation as COVID-19 travel restrictions begin to ease.
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