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December 15, 2025A significant aviation event will take place on 3 February 2026 in Frankfurt am Main, as Aviation-Event hosts Aviation-Event 2026 Germany (Luftverkehrsgipfel Deutschland) at the renowned House of Logistics and Mobility (HOLM). This pivotal European summit will bring together key stakeholders from the aviation, business, and political spheres to engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of European air transport.The event will address pressing issues that are shaping the industry’s trajectory, particularly the growing challenges related to taxation, regulation, and the competitiveness of European aviation. As the sector faces increasing fiscal pressures compared to non-EU markets, the summit will offer an important platform for discussing these disparities and exploring ways to enhance Europe’s position in the global aviation landscape.Advertisement The Growing Impact of Taxes and Regulations on European AviationThe Aviation-Event 2026 summit is expected to focus heavily on the fiscal and regulatory challenges that European aviation faces. According to Marcel Riwalsky, the CEO of Aviation-Event, European carriers and airports are increasingly burdened by taxes, duties, and stringent regulations that do not necessarily apply to competitors outside the EU. Riwalsky emphasized that this growing disparity between European and non-EU aviation markets is placing European aviation at a disadvantage in terms of global competitiveness.As air transport in Europe becomes more entangled in regulatory red tape, the aviation sector is facing pressures that are compounded by higher costs and more complex operating environments. These challenges have significant implications for both European carriers and the travel experience, influencing everything from ticket prices to operational efficiency. The summit will aim to address these issues head-on and explore potential solutions to ensure that Europe remains a competitive player in the global aviation market.A Platform for Industry and Government CollaborationOne of the core goals of the Aviation-Event 2026 is to provide a platform where industry leaders, government representatives, and policy makers can come together to discuss the current state and future of European air transport. The summit will bring together a diverse group of experts to engage in focused discussions about how the aviation sector can overcome the challenges posed by fiscal pressures, rising taxes, and regulatory burdens.By fostering collaboration between the aviation industry and government sectors, the event hopes to drive policies and strategies that can help improve the efficiency, sustainability, and global competitiveness of European aviation. This type of dialogue is seen as crucial for creating a cohesive vision for the future of air transport in Europe, one that supports growth while addressing the challenges of the 21st century.Advertisement The Competitive Landscape: European Aviation vs Non-EU MarketsIn recent years, European aviation has come under increasing pressure due to the growing number of taxes and regulations imposed on airlines and airports operating within the EU. T …
