Seeking Standardization Across Multiple Regulatory
Agencies
The European Union is looking at adopting U.S.-developed rules
for flight into areas where airborne volcanic ash is present. The
adoption would standardize rules in European airspace, and give
airlines flying in Europe more discretion in determining whether or
not to fly.
1.46 Billion Passengers Move Through Airports; Cargo Declines
11 Percent
According to recent data released by Airports Council
International (ACI), based in Geneva, nearly 1.46 billion
passengers arrived and departed from North American airports in
2009, a 5.9 percent decrease from the previous year. Cargo
decreased by 11.3 percent .
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