TAP: we sell the key, we still need to build the door

The author reflects on their recent experiences flying with TAP and contrasts it with their travels through other international airports. They highlight the challenges faced at Lisbon's Portela Airport, which is overcrowded and ill-equipped for the increasing passenger volume. The article discusses Lufthansa's acquisition of a stake in TAP, emphasizing the strategic importance of Lisbon as a hub for flights between Europe and Brazil. However, the author points out that the current infrastructure at Portela cannot support this growth, with plans for a new airport not expected to be completed until 2037. The need for a modern airport that matches the ambitions of the recent acquisition is stressed, as well as the economic implications for Portugal.