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Aircraft fuel isn't taxed, but train 'fuel' (electric or diesel) is taxed.
Airlines can base their staff in a cheap country and pay lower wages, avoid unions etc.
Local governments subsidise airports to attract tourists/business. The railway already exists and doesn't get this subsidy.
Aircraft fuel isn't taxed, but train 'fuel' (electric or diesel) is taxed.
Airlines can base their staff in a cheap country and pay lower wages, avoid unions etc.
Local governments subsidise airports to attract tourists/business. The railway already exists and doesn't get this subsidy.