Text tabled : A7-0254/2012

  Petru Constantin Luhan (PPE), in writing. – (RO) The report proposes the implementation of air traffic legislation as it plays a major role in the economy and society of the European Union. Air traffic management (ATM) is essential for air traffic operations; the legal challenges connected to competitiveness, safety and stability must also be considered.

It is important to note that air traffic is fast approaching its maximum capacity and, with the passing of time, the problem will be intensified; there is an urgent need to implement the Single European Sky (SES) legislation to avoid the safety and operational risks arising from the ever-increasing traffic and outdated technology. By implementing this project, the expected cumulative impact on the EU GDP will be EUR 419 billion, the creation of 328 000 jobs and a saving of 50 million tonnes of CO2. SES is open to all neighbouring countries, aiming to expand and bring benefits to a wider geographic area than the EU.