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The Slovenian government has extended a measure introduced in 2024 to keep terminal air navigation charges at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport at a reduced level, aiming to encourage new air services and strengthen the country’s connectivity. The lower unit rate of 317 euros, previously applied in 2024 and 2025, will now remain in place through 2026, instead of reverting to the standard 375 euros. “Terminal fees play an important role in airline decisions on whether to launch or continue flights. Keeping these costs down can make Slovenia a more attractive market and help improve the overall business environment”, the government said.
The cabinet also instructed the Ministry of Defence to start covering, from 2026 onward, the cost of terminal air navigation services required for military operations and to meet Slovenia’s international defence commitments. These services are provided at Ljubljana Airport during hours when no commercial flights are operating. The ministry will allocate 200.000 euros for this purpose, which will help support the reduced unit rate. Additionally, the Ministry of Infrastructure has been asked to submit a revised regulation on the provision of air navigation services for operational air traffic by the end of February 2026.