GAMA Releases Strategy to Bolster Europe's Sustainable Aviation Leadership
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has unveiled a white paper titled 'Wings of Change: A Strategy for Competitiveness, Innovation, Industry, and Investment in Europe’s Sustainable Aviation Sector.' This document outlines a comprehensive industrial blueprint aimed at solidifying Europe's position in clean aviation manufacturing. The strategy focuses on advancing electric, hybrid-electric, and hydrogen-powered flight technologies. GAMA's initiative is part of the broader EU Clean Industrial Deal, which seeks to enhance competitiveness and innovation within the aviation sector. The white paper also provides a progress report on previous recommendations made in 2024 to accelerate electric aviation in Europe. Despite significant advancements, challenges such as limited access to capital and industrial scale-up support have led some companies to bankruptcy or relocation.