DA condemns new Aviation Fuel Levy by ANC
26 May 2023
The DA is concerned about the ramifications of a proposed newly increased levy, particularly its impact on airlines, charters, and passengers.
The amendment to the South African Civil Aviation Authority Levies Act, 1998 (Act No 41 of 1998) which appeared in the Government Gazette yesterday will be an increase to the existing aviation fuel levy, now firmly set at 20.83 cents per litre, payable by both consumers and wholesale distributors.
The amendment will indisputably inflate the base costs for these businesses, already grappling with daunting economic challenges. The aftermath is clear and unavoidable: this expense will be shouldered by the passengers.
This escalation in levy further complicates the aviation industry's intricate pricing structures and advanced booking systems. It introduces an additional and unpredictable variable into an already complex equation. The long-term effects will unquestionably lead to heightened fluctuations in end-user prices, destabilising the industry.