European airlines push overhaul of traffic system: pressure to cut emissions spurs calls for updated, unified system in the EU

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European airlines are recommending a harmonization of Europe's airways to reduce fuel consumption and reduce emissions. Currently, each nation controls its air space, creating a patchwork system that airlines say increases the length of their cross-border routes by up to 15%. Airlines state that emissions and fuel consumption would drop by up to 10% under a unified air traffic control system.

Environmental policy, Airways

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Pact ushers in competitive skies: U.S.-EU accord invites mergers and lower fares; charting winners, losers

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Air travel between the United States and Europe has been deregulated under a new open skies agreement. This is expected to have immediate results that include increased competition and lowered fares.

United States, Market share, Economic aspects, International aspects, Company market share, Open skies agreements

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