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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

A Strategic Framework for Aviation

26 May 2022 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Robert Courts Con Witney

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government has published Flightpath to the Future, outlining a ten-point plan for UK aviation.
  • An Aviation Council is launched to support the implementation of the framework's commitments.
  • Joint chairs from government and industry will lead the Aviation Council.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the publication of 'Flightpath to the Future', a strategic framework for UK aviation focusing on sustainable growth and recovery over the next ten years.

Action requested

The Government has published Flightpath to the Future, outlining a ten-point plan for the future of UK aviation. It also launches an Aviation Council to support implementation of the framework's commitments, with joint chairs from government and industry.

Key facts

  • The strategic framework focuses on sustainable growth and recovery over the next decade.
  • In March, the UK removed all COVID-19 related travel measures for passengers entering the country.
  • The ten-point plan covers areas such as enhancing global impact, embracing innovation, unlocking local benefits, improving consumer experience, and retaining safety standards.
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