ATC
European Aviation Groups Protest Rising ATC Charges
Aircraft operators say European Union states are making them carry most of the burden for Covid-related losses by air navigation service providers.
Air traffic control charges are set to rise steeply from 2023 to cover losses by European air navigation service providers. (Photo: ENAC)
Air traffic control charges are set to rise steeply from 2023 to cover losses by European air navigation service providers. (Photo: ENAC)

Aircraft operators flying in European airspace will face higher air traffic control (ATC) charges starting in 2023 to cover up to €5.4 billion ($6.6 billion) in Covid-related losses by air navigation service providers (ANSPs). Five leading airline and business aviation trade groups have protested last week’s decision by European Union (EU) member states to require ANSPs to compensate for their deficits through higher charges.