BACA Comments on UK Runway Decision

Jun 9, 2010 9:55 AM

The Baltic Air Charter Association (BACA), based in London, said the decision by BAA to scrap plans for new runways at Heathrow and Stansted was unlikely to harm air charters and may, in fact, benefit the charter industry in the long run.

The group, which represents air charter brokers and others involved in the commercial aviation industry, said that eventually the lack of runway space was likely to cause congestion and delays for both passengers and freight.

“When that happens, using charter aircraft via the smaller regional airports will become an even more attractive option,” said BACA Chairman, Dick Gilbert. “Of course, this is good for the smaller airports and the local economy as well as for the charter market.”

BACA is the world’s largest and most prestigious network for the air charter market. Its principal objective is to promote integrity and ethical business practices. It offers training and networking opportunities for members and liaises with aviation and government bodies, lobbying on matters of concern and interest to its members. It is recognised by the UK CAA, the Department for Transport and the European Commission for Mobility and Transport.

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