Government urges domestic airlines to reduce airfares after duty exemptions
The government has urged domestic airlines to reduce airfares and pass on the benefits of recent import duty exemptions to passengers.
The government has urged domestic airlines to reduce airfares, citing the benefits of recent import duty exemptions. Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe made the call during the unveiling of Africa World Airlines' (AWA) new 102-seater Embraer E190 aircraft. The aircraft expansion aims to strengthen domestic air connectivity. Mr Nikpe stated that waiving duties on aircraft parts imported by domestic airlines should lower operating costs, creating an opportunity for airlines to offer reduced fares to passengers.
He appealed to all airlines, particularly AWA, to share the savings with the Ghanaian traveler, making air travel more affordable and accessible. The Minister welcomed the introduction of larger aircraft, noting that increased passenger capacity can encourage more Ghanaians to use domestic air transport.
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