Aircraft Emissions Must Be Curbed say easyJet
One of the leading low-cost airlines, easyJet is calling for emission standards across the industry to allow for a 40 per cent reduction in harmful emissions.
The company has demanded a three stage introduction of the standards, beginning with short-haul aircraft that are over 20 years old. This includes the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 fleets.
By 2015, the airline suggests that every new aircraft has to meet the standard and if they don’t then by 2024, carriers should not be allowed to add new aircraft to their fleets. If by 2030 the aircraft do not meet the standard, then their aircraft should not be allowed to operate.
easyJet is calling for the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to head up the move. This would allow for a global introduction applying to all developed countries, with research and development funding coming from the various governments.
Chief executive of easyJet, Andy Harrison said: “Aviation needs a global solution. Government’s first instinct is to tax, but this won’t deliver sustainable aviation as the industry’s growth is concentrated in China and India.” He called for tougher legislation on emissions to be introduced as soon as possible. This would get rid of the industry “flying old, inefficient aircraft. If we get cleaner aircraft and ground the old smokers we can reduce the industry’s overall emissions and tackle climate change head on.”
He went on to add that the majority of aircraft are made either in Europe or America. By introducing measures at the source, then the global effect would be greater in terms of environmental benefits.
Mr Harrison continued: “Minimum standards of efficiency are already legislated for aircraft noise, diesel engines, refrigerators and many other products. ICAO and European leaders must extend these minimum standards to aircraft emissions.”
Travel Industry news posted by Marilyn on 27 November 2009
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