Flemish government calls for conflict of interest after new flight plan for Brussels Airport: "Do not shift burdens to Flanders"

The Flemish government has raised a conflict of interest against federal Mobility Minister Jean-Luc Crucke's flight plan aimed at reducing noise from landing planes over Brussels. The plan could increase noise pollution in the Flemish region surrounding Brussels, which the Flemish government opposes. Crucke's proposal includes higher altitude landings and relaxed wind regulations, potentially shifting flight traffic to Flanders. Flemish Minister-President Matthias Diependaele criticized the lack of prior consultation and emphasized the need for fair distribution of noise burdens. The decision is suspended for 60 days, with a possible extension.