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IATA: Domestic demand drives slow recovery in aviation
The International Air Transport Association has recorded a moderate rebound in air travel in September compared to August’s performance, largely driven by domestic flights.
IATA calls for rapid reopening of global aviation
IATA has urged governments to use the commitments reached at the ICAO High Level Conference on Covid-19 to make real progress towards restoring global air connectivity.
Hayes to continue as IATA chair for further year
The International Air Transport Association has confirmed that Robin Hayes, chief executive of JetBlue, will continue his duties as chair of the IATA board of governors until next year.
IATA records growing frustration over travel restrictions
A survey commissioned by the trade body demonstrated confidence that the risks of Covid-19 can be effectively managed and that the freedom to travel should be restored.
IATA throws weight behind EU Covid-19 pass
The International Air Transport Association has commended the European Commission for its leadership and speed in delivering the EU Digital Covid-19 Certificate.
IATA integrates EU and UK Covid-19 certificates into Travel Pass
The International Air Transport Association has announced that the EU Digital Covid-19 Certificate and UK NHS Covid-19 Pass can now be uploaded into IATA Travel Pass.
IATA confirms 2020 was worst year for aviation
Releasing the annual World Air Transport Statistics publication, the organisation said 1.8 billion passengers flew in 2020, a decrease of 60 per cent compared to the 4.5 billion who flew in 2019.
IATA records glacial recovery in international aviation
The International Air Transport Association has announced passenger demand performance for June showing a very slight improvement in both international and domestic air travel markets.
IATA criticises European Commission slot decision
The International Air Transport Association has branded a European Commission decision to set the winter slot use threshold at 50 per cent as “out of touch with reality”.
Finnair latest to join IATA Travel Pass trials
Finnair has started trials of IATA Travel Pass on its Heathrow to Helsinki route. The trial is taking place until August 11th on flights in both directions between London and the Finnish capital.
IATA urges global governments to adopt WHO travel rules
IATA has called on states to follow new guidance on travel from the WHO. The guidance recommends a “risk-based approach” to implementing measures related to Covid-19 and international travel.
IATA praises reopening of borders in parts of Europe
The International Air Transport Association has welcomed the relaxation of Covid-19 border measures for vaccinated passengers by Spain and France this week.