The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reports record-breaking global passenger demand in July 2024, despite disruptions. The report analyzes international and domestic market performance, capacity growth, and regional trends showcasing the aviation industry’s resilience and the vital role of air travel in the global economy.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is hosting its second World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Miami, focusing on the airline industry’s ambitious goal of achieving net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050. The event will bring together leaders from various sectors to discuss strategies and collaborate on accelerating progress towards a sustainable future for aviation.
Airline slot allocations are a critical aspect of the aviation industry that ensures efficient and safe operations at busy airports. This article explores the history, regulations, and impact of slot management, highlighting how it influences flight schedules, competition, and even tourism trends.
The World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) will bring together aviation leaders and government officials in Miami, Florida, to address the critical challenge of decarbonizing air travel. This event, hosted by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), will focus on achieving net zero emissions by 2050 through collaborative discussions and the development of actionable strategies.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on African governments to capitalize on the burgeoning aviation sector to boost economic and social development across the continent. While African airlines are projected to achieve their second consecutive year of collective profit in 2024, IATA highlights the need to address challenges such as infrastructure deficiencies, high costs, and blocked funds to fully realize the sector’s potential.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that its forecasts for a significant increase in Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) production by 2024 are on target. Production is expected to rise to 1.9 billion liters (1.5 million tonnes), which will fulfill about 0.53% of the total aviation fuel requirements for that year. IATA also suggests various government policies that could further boost the uptake of SAF.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently announced that Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), will host the 80th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) from June 2-4, 2024. The event, hosted by Emirates Airline, marks the first time it will be held in the UAE and is expected to attract over 1,500 participants, including industry leaders, government officials, and media representatives.
