EU, UK issue more no-deal Brexit guidance for air transport

Both the EU and the UK have announced measures designed to smooth air transport connections in the event of the UK departing the bloc in 6 weeks’ time without a deal. A distinct difference in attitude toward this situation was evident in the two camps’ Feb. 15 announcements; the EU talked of “severe disruption” to air connectivity in the event of no deal being agreed, while the UK, giving an update on security measures for air passengers and cargo traveling to and from the EU, emphasised that the status quo on security would largely be maintained. The EU added that a special provision would ensure the right to continue to provide scheduled flights under public service obligations until Oct 26, 2019, to ensure their continuity while national authorities adapted to the new situation. <br/>