The expansion of Gatwick Airport won the support of the UK aviation organizer, which he argued that he would achieve “benefits for consumers” even with the possibility of a third runway in Heathrow.
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) announced its support for new proposed obligations for West Sussex Airport during the next four years, saying it would increase the choice of passengers.
Heidi Alexander, Minister of Transport, has a final date on Thursday for her decision on approval Gatwick Plan To bring the emergency runway to routine use. This would enable the airport from 100,000 flights per year.
Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, gave her support for the Hitro III runway project In a speech on growth last month.
CAA said she looked at the effects of a third runway in Heathrow Airport On her colleague in London is a center.
He argued: “The base of the airlines and passengers in Gatwick differs greatly from the use of Heathrow and we keep it that it is possible that there are benefits for consumers in expanding energy in Gatwick, including in terms of meeting the demands of passengers in choosing destinations, and augmented competitive pressure on airlines And increase the flexibility of the airport’s infrastructure.
A third runway in Heathrow It is possible that it will cost much more than the last estimate of 14 billion pounds It will cause more noise, pollution and disruption – because it includes the demolition of hundreds of homes, the reduction of the M25 for the new runway to cross, the redirect and construction of parking lots for about 50,000 cars.
By comparison, Gatwick’s expansion will be much simpler. The current relief runway will be transferred 12 meters north, but the project will remain within the current fingerprint of the airport. The cost is estimated at 2.2 billion pounds more modest because it benefits better than the current infrastructure.
CAA’s comments came as part of her final proposals to accept new obligations from GATWICK for a period of four years from the beginning of the next fiscal year. This includes a price ceiling that limits the amount of the airport to charge the airlines.
Under the suggestion, the maximum increase in the maximum of the first two years is the Consumer Prices Consation scale (CPI) for inflation minus 1 %, and CPI for the last two years.
CAA said that Gatwick also plans to change the quality of service quality and discounts with a focus on the areas of operation that was “a problem in recent years.”
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This may include an improved procedure for air traffic control performance and the introduction of financial incentives to improve some special auxiliary services.
“Our focus is always on providing consumer interests while supporting growth, investment and efficiency.
“Air plays a vital role in the UK economy and accepting the obligations of Gatwick Airport will witness benefits for passengers, airlines and airport.”
CAA’s final proposals are based on Gatwick’s continued progress with the expansion project. The organizer expects to set his final decision in May or June.
