| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1030994 | Journal of Air Transport Management | 2012 | 4 Pages |
In this paper, we use data envelopment analysis to evaluate the impact of regulatory reforms on the technical efficiency of 28 Italian airports between 2000 and 2006. The analysis utilizes two model specifications for airport activities: the first includes aeronautical activities, and the second both aeronautical and non-aeronautical activities. This allows evaluation of the impact of commercial activities on overall airport efficiency. The results show that different model specifications of airport activities can substantially affect policy conclusions; and that major sources of efficiency gains can be obtained from airside activities, private-capital inflows to airport management companies, types of concession agreements and the liberalization of handling services.
► The paper examines relationships between regulatory reforms and technical efficiency of Italian airports. ► Two different non-parametric models of the airport activities are used. ► It is found that different model specifications of airport activities can substantially affect policy conclusions. ► The liberalization of ground handling services is seen to have a positive impact on technical efficiency. ► The appropriate type of concession agreement is a source of efficiency improvement.
