2024-11-27 01:18:00
The government intends to promote air connectivity in the interior parts of the country by simplifying the authorization process for aircraft that can accommodate up to 19 passengers. The deregulatory measure aimed at diversifying the aviation market and improving connectivity was widely praised by the industry, but Former Aerolineas Argentinas director warns it’s ‘an invention’.
The new regulations will enable companies to more quickly and efficiently manage authorizations to operate domestic and international non-scheduled flights for the transport of passengers and cargo. According to a statement from the Ministry of Transport, the measure also aims to strengthen the regional economy by providing new air connectivity alternatives.
In conversation new paragraph (90.7 point-to-point radio), Jorge MolinaAviation expert and former director of flag company realizes Deregulation and simplification of procedures are necessary steps Remove bureaucratic barriers, but Warning that Argentine market currently lacks infrastructure and demand Necessary to keep small aircraft flying.
“In Argentina, there is still no market for these types of flights to serve infrequent inland routes. Companies currently existing in Argentina include air taxis and non-scheduled flights. The shift to scheduled flights will occur with the ultimate economic benefit for the company,” he explained.
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Experts say the country’s airport infrastructure has limitations, with many airports not operating 24 hours a day and not having the technology required for such operations.
Molina said the government’s measure comes against the backdrop of huge expansion potential for air transport in Argentina, with the number of passengers expected to triple from the current level. However, experts warn: “Flying is expensive and We need investment. With stocks, foreign companies will not come to invest and cannot take away profits.”.
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Molina said there are “not many planes in the world” that can carry up to 19 passengers, and “their operating costs are high.” “No airline in the region has aircraft with this capacity. We’re trying to invent something that doesn’t exist in this part of the planet“, hold on.
He added: “For example, in Alaska, where they have these planes, The U.S. government strongly supports subsidies Because otherwise no plane would be able to reach that point.
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Furthermore, the airline consultant noted that “the operational part, the maintenance, the personnel, all of this makes it impossible for an aircraft with these characteristics to operate on the terms expected by the national government”.
“These aircraft have very little cargo capacity. So, If someone comes to Córdoba from Villa Dolores, they will not be able to take their purchased items, suitcases, boxes or bags back to where they came from.“, he concluded.
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