IATA expressed frustration that revisions to EU261 stopped short of the meaningful reform needed to address the regulation’s deep flaws
IATA’s Turbulence Aware coverage of Latin America has been significantly boosted as Aeromexico becomes the latest airline to join the program.
IATA today announced the launch of “Save a Life, Not a Bag”, a passenger safety campaign urging travelers not to take cabin baggage during an aircraft evacuation.
IATA highlighted Brazil’s opportunity to become a SAF powerhouse as its 82nd Annual General Meeting gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
IATA has announced a strengthening of its IATA PaxInsight passenger satisfaction benchmarking program with the addition of Virgin Atlantic’s trans-Atlantic routes to the survey.
IATA announced the winners of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2026.
IATA announced that Roberto Alvo, CEO of LATAM Airlines Group, has taken up duties as Chair of the IATA Board of Directors.
IATA announced that Xiamen Airlines will host the 83rd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) in Xiamen, China, from 30 May to 1 June 2027.
IATA released its latest financial outlook for the global airline industry showing a halving of profitability as a result of war-related Middle East disruptions and high fuel prices.
IATA launched the Supporting Alliance for CORSIA EEU Supply, regrouping stakeholders across the CORSIA ecosystem in efforts to boost the availability of 225-250 million CORSIA Eligible Emission Units (EEUs) by spring 2027.
IATA released estimates showing that global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, representing just 0.8% of aviation fuel use, at a cost to airlines of $4.3 billion.
IATA is expanding the presence of its cargo offerings in Latin America, including the Cargo Accounts Settlement Systems (CASS).
IATA announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) on 6-8 June 2026.
IATA and ICAO announced enhanced cooperation at ICAO Aviation Climate Week today to advance transparency and integrity in tracking progress and accelerating the development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF).
IATA announced the launch of the World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (WMES), in Madrid, Spain, on 24–25 June 2026. The e event will address supply chain failures and other challenges in maintenance and engineering.
IATA released data for April 2026 global passenger demand, showing overall contraction as demand for carriers in the Middle East dropped.
IATA released data for April 2026 global air cargo markets showing growth in demand driven by strong Asia-linked trade flows, amid Middle East disruptions.
IATA released data showing that European air connectivity essentially flatlined in 2025 with a net 1% growth in the total number of routes connecting the continent (both internally and with other parts of the world).
IATA has developed the Baggage Community System (BCS), a secure digital platform to support the progressive adoption of the Modern Baggage Messaging (BIX) standard.
IATA presented data showing Egypt’s strong aviation growth outlook and called for continued collaboration between government and industry.
IATA called for stronger implementation of global standards, a transition to modernized ground support equipment (GSE) and greater digitalization in the ground handling sector.
IATA has launched a pilot of its Billing & Settlement Plan (BSP) in Somalia, paving the way for a full launch of the service at the end of May 2026.
IATA released data for March 2026 global passenger demand, showing continued growth despite disruptions in the Middle East.
IATA released data for March 2026 global air cargo markets showing a decline in demand due to severe disruptions in the Middle East.
IATA called on the Government of Ethiopia to continue prioritizing aviation to sustain the country’s strong demand outlook for air travel.
IATA called on African governments to prioritize aviation as a strategic enabler of economic and social development.
Southwest Airlines has joined IATA’s Schedule Data Exchange Program (SDEP), bringing the number of contributing airlines to 190.
CNS is gearing up to host its annual Partnership Conference in San Francisco (USA) from 18-20 May 2026.
IATA announced that it is establishing a permanent presence in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, opening a new office and preparing for the launch of a Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in the country before the end of the year.
Willie Walsh comments IEA's assessment of potential jet fuel shortages.
IATA highlighted the value of air transport for Kazakhstan, emphasizing that the country’s continued focus on aviation has delivered growing benefits for jobs and economic activity.
IATA will hold the 38th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) in Cairo, Egypt, from 19–21 May 2026, bringing together industry leaders to address the future of ground operations.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) published the results of several digital identity Proofs of Concept (PoCs) completed with the support of airlines, airports, technology providers and governments across Europe and Asia-Pacific.
IATA released data for February 2026 global passenger demand showing strong growth, as the outbreak of war in the Middle East at the end of the month has already caused fuel costs to rise sharply.
IATA released data for February 2026 global air cargo markets showing strong growth ahead of the outbreak of war in the Middle East at the end of the month.
IATA calls for the review of the European Union’s Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to enhance European air connectivity and economic resilience by improving the competitiveness of Europe’s air transport industry.
IATA released its Long Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is expected to more than double by 2050.
IATA will hold its 2026 edition of the World Data Symposium (WDS) in Singapore on 8–9 April. The Symposium will bring together data, technology, and cybersecurity leaders.
IATA has launched DG Digital, IATA’s digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck. The new tool fully digitalizes the creation and approval of shippers’ declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals.
IATA is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain.
IATA today released a report showing how air cargo has supported Peru’s strong export expansion and helped the country emerge as one of the world’s leading exporters of fresh produce.
IATA is highlighting the Value of Air Transport study for Peru as the country plays host to the first IATA World Cargo Symposium to be held in South America.
IATA today released a report, showing air cargo’s vital role in sustaining global trade and supporting economic growth in 2025 amid severe trade policy uncertainty.
IATA highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry: accelerating digitalization, strengthening global standards, and enhancing safety and security.
IATA announced that Pika Aero and DGM France were each recognized as winners of this year’s IATA Competency-Based Training and Assessment Center (CBTA Center) Best Innovation Award.
IATA released its 2025 Annual Safety Report demonstrating a solid year of safety performance.
IATA announced that the 2026 edition of IATA Focus Africa Conference will convene under the theme ‘Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity and Operational Efficiency in Africa’ in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 29-30 April, 2026, hosted by Ethiopian Airlines.
IATA expressed outrage at the recent remarks from Maurici Lucena, Chairman and CEO of AENA, the operator of the vast majority of airports in Spain, suggesting that airlines calling for airport charges reductions were “compromising safety and security.”
IATA released data for January 2026 global passenger demand showing slower growth explained by a shift in the Lunar New Year from January in 2025 to February in 2026.
IATA released data for January 2026 global air cargo markets showing a robust start to the year despite regional gaps.
