Ryanair announced that it will reduce its operations in Belgium by one million flight seats, 5 aircraft, 20 routes, and thousands of jobs starting in a year. The reason: a significant increase in aviation taxes
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According to Ryanair, which has already reduced its operations in several European countries including Spain, Germany, and Denmark, the proposed hike will bring Belgium's aviation tax to 5 euros per departing passenger, a move the company defines as "excessive," especially in light of the already high costs at Brussels airport, which have risen by more than 20% since the coronavirus pandemic
Ryanair: "Belgium is taking a regressive step by increasing taxes on ordinary passengers. This will only further damage Belgium’s air connectivity, traffic, and economy"
