Airline Boss Advocates for Tax Removal to Boost Routes
An airline boss suggests that more routes could be launched from Cornwall Airport Newquay if the government abolishes air passenger duty.
"We could do so much more here if the government ended air passenger duty. It does nothing for the locality and it's just an easy tax to collect."
CEO of Ryanair, Eddie Wilson, made this statement during a visit to the airport to announce the airline's winter schedule. He expressed optimism about the possibility of more routes from Cornwall Airport Newquay in the future, but noted that this is challenging due to the recent government increase in air passenger duty.
Wilson emphasized that smaller, regional airports like Newquay are struggling to remain competitive. Author's summary: Airline boss seeks tax removal.
- Air passenger duty hinders the launch of new routes.
- Regional airports face challenges in remaining competitive.