Air Transport & Government News - Europe

New York, Geneva (AirGuideBusiness - Air Transport & Government News Europe) Jun 6, 2010 Route-planning conferences get a boost from improving economy. An upturn in air travel has led airports to renew their courtship of airlines in search of new routes. A recent meeting in Europe -- described as "speed dating" for airports and airlines -- saw a 17 percent jump in attendance, according to organizers. Airports spend as much as USD4,000 per attendee to attend such events, while airlines say the meetings are "very valuable" in learning about potentially profitable new markets. Jun 1, 2010