Brussels Airport continues to recover its flight traffic after the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. On 2025-05-02 18:22:00, new data revealed that last year saw 198,617 aircraft movements at the airport, marking a steady rebound from the previous three years affected by COVID-19 restrictions.
- Vliegbewegingen herstellen na coronacrisis impact
- 2023 aantal vliegbewegingen 15% lager dan 2019
- Luchtvaartmaatschappijen gebruiken steeds stillere vliegtuigen
- Nieuwere vliegtuigen verhogen geluidsefficiëntie luchthaven
- 36% vluchten met efficiënte toestellen in 2024
- Efficiënte toestellen aandeel steeg sinds 2019
However, the number of flights remains 15 percent below the pre-pandemic levels of 2019. This raises an interesting question: how is Brussels Airport balancing growth with environmental concerns and noise pollution? The report highlights that airlines are increasingly deploying newer, quieter aircraft to improve efficiency and reduce noise impact on local communities.
What does this trend mean for passengers and residents alike? The shift toward modern aircraft is a promising step, but can it fully offset the slower recovery in flight numbers? Let’s explore the key points behind these changes.
Why does this matter? The airport’s recovery impacts local businesses, tourism, and residents’ quality of life. Key points include:
- Flight movements are recovering but remain below pre-pandemic levels.
- 36% of flights use the latest, most noise-efficient aircraft, up from 25% in 2019.
- The quieter fleet helps reduce noise pollution around Brussels Airport.
Looking ahead, Brussels Airport and airlines must continue investing in sustainable technologies and efficient operations. Will the pace of recovery accelerate, and can environmental improvements keep up? The future of air travel in Belgium depends on balancing growth with community and ecological concerns.
