German flight readiness stays in Cologne-Wahn for decade; empty BER flights strain budget

Germany's Flight Readiness unit will remain based in Cologne-Wahn for at least ten more years, despite the government's relocation to Berlin. This results in frequent empty flights to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which are both environmentally costly and a burden on the federal budget. The decision reflects ongoing inefficiencies in government logistics and has drawn criticism for its fiscal and environmental impact.

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