Taxes

European airlines already operate under one of the most demanding regulatory cost environments in the world. National air travel taxes, on top of EU-level costs such as ETS compliance and other regulatory obligations drive up the cost of flying for passengers.

Avoidable taxes harm Europe's attractiveness as destination to travel and discourages passengers from choosing European airlines. Europe needs a stable tax environment that does not exacerbate an already heavy regulatory burden. The real-world impact of any air travel tax must be extensively assessed before being introduced.