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Controversial Sydney airport slot system faces government crackdown

Controversial Sydney airport slot system faces government crackdown



Carriers that cancel flights to block competition could face civil penalties in move against Qantas-Virgin duopolyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAirlines that strategically cancel flights to block competition at Sydney airport could face civil penalties as the Albanese government moves to crack down on the Qantas-Virgin duopoly.A new bill, to be introduced on Wednesday, will focus on Sydney airport’s controversial slot allocation system, which restricts the airport to 80 takeoffs and landings per hour – known as slots. An overnight curfew to minimise noise further limits flight numbers. Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/oct/08/controversial-sydney-airport-slot-system-faces-government-crackdown

Author : Sarah Basford Canales and Elias Visontay

Publish date : 2024-10-08 14:00:08

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