IN DECEMBER 2015, the European Commission published An Aviation Strategy for Europe (Com(2015)598 final), following a public consultation. The Commission's paper opened by emphasising that aviation is a strong driver of economic growth, jobs, trade and mobility for the EU. "It plays a crucial role in the EU economy and reinforces its global leadership position… An Aviation Strategy is needed to ensure that the European aviation sector remains competitive and reaps the benefits of a fast changing and developing global economy."
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