Edinburgh Airport sees record number of passengers for November
As has been the trend throughout the year, the growth of international passenger numbers spearheads Edinburgh Airport’s success with a near 20% increase in this area compared to the same month last year.
Gordon Dewar, Edinburgh Airport’s Chief Executive, said: “November’s passenger figures are worth celebrating. In what is traditionally one of the quiet months in aviation we have witnessed a 20% increase in passengers on international flights.
“We also have a healthy equilibrium of inbound and outbound passengers with the most balanced mix of any UK airport outside London.
“This fact, which reinforces the strength and appeal of Edinburgh as a destination and the global draw of Scotland, gives us greater confidence as we look at the opportunities and challenges ahead.
“But there can be no room for complacency – and Edinburgh Airport supports calls to abolish long haul Air Passenger Duty. We warmly welcome the recognition that international connectivity is a key driver for Scotland's economy.
“We now look forward to the Scottish Government publishing their plans and timetable which should back this position and also include the abolition - or substantial reduction - of APD on all international routes to and from Scotland, not just destinations over 2,000 miles.
“The greatest volume of our passengers fly to and from Europe - and it is a reduction of the tax on these European routes that will deliver a substantial increase in services and create jobs and economic prosperity here in Scotland.”
