The authors set out the new method and scale of charges now in force at Heathrow and Gatwick airports and explain the underlying principles. All-up weight is no longer the sole criterion: fees vary also according to number of passengers, and there is a peak surcharge at Heathrow and a minimum landing fee of £2, increased to £5 at Gatwick during summer weekends. Charter services will pay proportionately more than before. The minimum landing fee is expected to deter some general aviation, leaving more capacity for larger aircraft.
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Little et al. (1972) studied this question.