Aviation’s importance in society

Aviation enables people to meet even when distances are great. 

It links cultures and economies together and creates relationships between people from different parts of the world. An essential requirement for economic growth Good access by air is an important requirement for Swedish export companies to attract corporate investment in Sweden from abroad, for the hospitality and conference sector to bring international meetings and conferences to Sweden, and for research exchanges in higher education and research. Direct routes increase international access to and from Sweden, which is crucial to Swedish business and to global export companies, who have greater cargo opportunities. Aviation also plays an important role in creating conditions for investment and the set-up of companies and operations in regions beyond major cities. As a result, air transport also creates economic growth, competitiveness and prosperity in all parts of Sweden.