News / Schiphol closer to slot reduction as Dutch government 'gambles' with economy

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The Dutch aviation community has accused the government of gambling with both its economy and national carrier, with a vote this afternoon in the Lower House cementing “the risk” the outgoing government is taking by cutting capacity at Schiphol airport.

Airlines have already lost several times in their bid to keep slots at Schiphol – most recently when the government decided that the issue was not “controversial” – which means that critical decisions can continue to be made by the outgoing, ...