Air transport contributes to consumer welfare
Travel and tourism provide substantial consumer welfare and social benefits.
• Increasing understanding of different cultures and nationalities
which facilitates closer international integration.
• Improving living standards by widening choice:
cheaper and more frequent access to air travel has increased the range of potential holiday destinations. Seasonal fruit and vegetables are now available year round at reasonable prices. The large number of overseas visitors has also helped widen the range of leisure and cultural activities available in many countries.
Air transport is fundamental for effective humanitarian aid-relief
Air transport plays a vital role in the rapid delivery of medical supplies and organs for transplantation worldwide.