Airport slots are jealously guarded by flight operators, in an industry where demand for slots far outstrips supply. When crisis hits, the rules on how slots are allocated can compound the sector’s troubles. This podcast examines the EU’s decision to suspend its rules on airport slot allocation in response to the COVID-19 crisis, and why it was needed to protect businesses and the environment.

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Suspension of EU rules on airport slot allocation

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