I believe this proposed test tilts the Secretary's decision in favor of consumers flying beyond the perimeter and away from considering the benefits to all consumers using this region's airports. For that reason, I am proposing an amendment to provide a more balanced approach. Consumers using the airports are not just worried about the availability of long-haul service, they are also worried about timely service and the availability of service to smaller airports. The amendment I am offering would simply require the Secretary to consider those factors in awarding any new slots at National.
Charles Robb: “I believe this proposed test tilts the Secretary's decision in favor of consumers flying beyond the perimeter and away…”
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Discussing an amendment related to flight allocations at National Airport.
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