T&E 41d ago

All around Europe, the aviation industry is pushing for massive airport expansions, promising supposed economic and employment booms. But what happens to the cities, and the people who actually live in the shadows of these mega-airports? In this documentary, we expose the real costs of this pursuit of endless growth. While a tiny 3% of "ultra-frequent flyers" drive the demand for weekend getaways, local communities in cities like London, Barcelona, and Amsterdam are left paying the ultimate price. We unpack the misleading economic claims used to justify endless aviation growth and explore the harsh realities on the ground: relentless noise, toxic air pollution, and overtourism that is actively fueling severe housing crises and displacing locals. But this isn't just a story of corporate greed; it's a story of resilience. Watch how housing advocates, grassroots movements, and everyday citizens are fighting for the future of their cities. If we want to protect our communities and our climate, it's time to ask: is endless aviation growth truly in the public interest? Read more about the economics of air traffic growth in Europe: https://www.transportenvironment.org/articles/economics-of-air-transport-in-europe Learn more about how living near an airport can put you at a greater risk of developing serious health conditions: https://www.transportenvironment.org/articles/ultrafine-particles-from-planes-put-52-million-europeans-at-risk-of-serious-health-conditions #overtourism #climateaction #housingcrisis #airportexpansion #environmentaljustice #Amsterdam #Barcelona #London #sustainabletravel #urbanplanning @theneweconomics