Airlines
EC To Extend Slot Waiver through Winter Season
While announcing her intention to extend a waiver of the “use-it-or-lose-it” rule, European transport commissioner Adina Valean lamented shortcomings.

The European Commission intends to extend the waiver of its so-called “80-20 use-it-or-lose it” slot allocation rule for the winter period running until March 27, the EC announced Monday. However, in a written statement, EC transport commissioner Adina Valean expressed concern that, despite the positive effects of the waiver, some airlines have taken advantage of the system to the detriment of airports and competitors.