Tulum Airport, under the control of the armed forces, granted three-year incentives to airlines to open routes to and from the airport located in the southeast of the country.
David Sandoval, deputy director of airports for Grupo Mundo Maya, formerly GAFSACOMM, explained that the government has provided incentives for airlines in the TUA (Tariff and Customs Union) of up to 40 percent.
In an interview during ACI Airport Day in Mexico City, Sandoval explained that the airport’s commercial strategy also includes incentives for landings, takeoffs, and other services used by airlines.
“The incentives are a boost for the airlines to continue increasing their operations, driving new goals,” Sandoval explained in response to a question from El Financiero.
The discounts on the TUA (Tariff and Customs Union) are granted so that airlines can continue operating and retain a percentage of this fee depending on their passenger flow and seasonality.
During the first year, a discount of up to 40 percent is granted in this area, increasing to 20 percent in the second year, and 10 percent in the third.
Tulum Airport is one of the most successful terminals managed and developed by the military.
In its first year of operation, it doubled its passenger forecasts and served 1.2 million travelers.
Although Tulum Airport initially attracted interest from international airlines, primarily from the United States and Canada, flight schedules have declined during the first half of this year.
Sandoval added that the incentives represent an adjustment for the airlines, which offer discounts on virtually all airport services to encourage passenger flow and maintain flights.
The strategy followed by Grupo Mundo Maya is in line with industry standards, where private airport groups also provide incentives to airlines so they can maintain their operations without incurring major losses.
Source: elfinanciero
