The Commission finds the market-related assistance to be in alignment with the rules of the domestic market.

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2025 September 18 . 2:50 AM

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Internal Market Compatibility Assessed Positively for Aid Measure by Commission

Frankfurt Airport's highly anticipated Terminal 3 is edging closer to its opening after the Easter holidays in 2026, with the trial operation set to begin on January 27, 2026. Fraport AG, the company responsible for the airport's operations, is ensuring a balanced selection of participants to reflect the real passenger structure at the airport.

Fraport is collaborating with uCastMe GmbH (ucm agency) for the organizational implementation of the trial operation. The trial will take place every Tuesday and Thursday during the specified period, with each test day hosting between 200 and 1,000 extras. In total, around 8,000 voluntary test passengers will be involved in the trial.

Registration for participation in the trial operation is now open and can be done online. Interested individuals can sign up using the provided link: [Here to register]. ucm agency is responsible for the recruitment, coordination, and support of test passengers.

The focus of the trial operation is on the final technical acceptance and test runs of the new Sky Line train. The trial operation also forms part of the ORAT (Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer) process, which ensures the smooth operation of all processes in the new terminal. This process includes practicing special cases such as system failures or evacuations under realistic conditions.

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Construction work on Terminal 3 is progressing as planned, with the parking garage with 8,500 spaces and the G, H, and J gates already completed. The opening of Terminal 3 after the Easter holidays in 2026 is within reach with the start of the trial operation.

The trial operation is an important step towards the full operation of the new terminal, and the public's involvement is crucial. So, if you're interested in being a part of this historic event, register now to be a test passenger at Frankfurt Airport's new Terminal 3.