[OC] Fünf Jahre Wandel in der Luftfahrt: Die Auswirkungen auf Flughäfen und Passagiere

**Source:** [**https://www.datapulse.de/en/germanys-top-airports/**](https://www.datapulse.de/en/germanys-top-airports/)

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The last five years have been a rollercoaster ride for the aviation industry. From the pandemic to staff shortages and rising air fares – the sector has changed dramatically. Airports such as Frankfurt have been hit particularly hard, not only struggling with a massive decline in passengers, but also with a dramatic reduction in the workforce.

 **Frankfurt is a prime example:** before the pandemic, around 22,500 people worked at Fraport, the airport operator. In 2023, only around 17,840 – a decrease of almost 20 %. The staff shortage not only has an impact on jobs, but also on the flow of passengers: long waiting times and chaotic processes are now unfortunately part of everyday life.

**The impact on passengers:** with passenger numbers falling to just 30 million instead of the expected 64 million, air fares are also rising and there is less capacity on the ground. The result: frustration on all sides and an increase in environmental concerns.

The aviation industry is facing major challenges – but there are solutions:

1. Improved working conditions and targeted recruitment of skilled workers are key to addressing staff shortages.
2. Flexible working hours and creative approaches could help to attract more employees and encourage ex-employees to return.
3. Better communication from airlines: Transparent information and realistic expectations can help passengers avoid frustration.

The industry must now react quickly in order to secure the long-term future of German airports. The ecological footprint is also an increasingly important issue – especially now that air travel is becoming more expensive and less convenient.

What do you think? How can we make the aviation industry more sustainable and efficient in the future?

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