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"This action plan is yet another demonstration of how seriously the aviation community takes the need to reduce the environmental impact of flying," said Lex Hendriks, Deputy Director Network Development at EUROCONTROL. "It is a good example of what can be achieved when a number of organisations work together in partnership, sharing good practice, and is an early deliverable for the SESAR programme to which so many of us are committed."

Guenther Matschnigg, Senior Vice President, Safety Operations and Infrastructure at the International Air Transport Association said, "This plan is an excellent example of airlines, manufacturers, airports, air navigation service providers and governments working together. Allowing continuous descent means aircraft will operate at their maximum efficiency with fewer emissions and less noise. It's a win-win for all."

The Action Plan was developed by 19 organisations and companies across Europe, including air navigation service providers, manufacturers, airports, and airlines. It supports the Flight Efficiency Plan launched in 2008 by IATA, CANSO and EUROCONTROL and with which ACI EUROPE is associated.

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