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In his insightful address, Lennart Persson, President of AOPA Sweden, discusses the pressing issues affecting the future of airports. Established in 1962, AOPA Sweden celebrates its 50th anniversary, highlighting the critical factors leading to the decline of airfields, including security concerns, environmental challenges, and rising operational costs. He emphasizes the need for community support and reassessing the value of airports that serve surrounding areas. Will we continue to lose our vital aviation infrastructure?
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Why are our Airports Disappearing Lennart Persson President AOPA-Sweden
AOPA-SWEDEN AOPA-S was established 1962 as an association to facilitate private and business aviation. 50th anniversary this year
Disappearing but still there • Security • Accessibility • Extreme Charging
Environmental issues • Noise • Emissions
Exploitation • Surrounding areas • Within Airport Borders • Airport Expansion
Over-regulating • Too expensive • Too strict
Community Cost • No red figures • Formula or Process to Find Value of an Airport • Only one Town Supports the Airport but Surrounding Communities Gain