Iata News
Passenger demand growth compromised by high oil prices
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global traffic results for March showing that total passenger demand rose 7.6% and freight demand climbed 0.3% compared to the same month last year.
IATA calls on British government to reduce burden on aviation
The International Air Transport Association is encouraging the UK government to use the national aviation policy consultation to enable the sector to generate more economic growth and jobs. Specifically, IATA asked the government to address high taxes and severe capacity constraints while developing policies to support the industry’s commitments on climate change.
Dabbas to head MENA region for International Air Transport Association
The International Air Transport Association has appointed Hussein Dabbas as regional vice president for the Middle East and North Africa, based in Amman, Jordan. The position is with effect from June 1st 2012.
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Sustainable Aviation Requires Government Cooperation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called upon governments to work together and with the aviation industry to maximize aviation’s ability to sustainably drive global economic development and job creation.
IATA records aviation growth but warns confidence remains fragile
The International Air Transport Association has released global traffic results for February 2012 showing an 8.6 per cent improvement in passenger demand. A 5.2 per cent rise in cargo demand was also recorded, when compared to the same month in the previous year.
IATA: Giving Latin American aviation the freedom to succeed
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments and other stakeholders in Latin America to unite to give aviation the freedom to succeed by improving aviation safety, making badly needed investments in infrastructure and reducing the heavy tax burden on the industry. “The freedom to succeed depends on having the right conditions in place.
IATA downgrades forecasts for aviation in 2012
The International Air Transport Association has announced a downgrade to its industry outlook for 2012 - primarily due to rising oil prices. IATA now expects airlines to turn a global profit of $3.0 billion in 2012 for a 0.5 per cent margin.
Breaking Travel News Interview: IATA director general Tony Tyler
Having been confirmed as director general of IATA just eight months ago, Breaking Travel News catches up with Tony Tyler at ITB Berlin 2012 to find out what is on the agenda for the organisation this year.
IATA suspends Kingfisher Airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has suspended Kingfisher Airlines from the global clearing system for the second time this year after the Indian carrier failed to make payments that were due.
IATA: Passenger traffic continues to rise
Figures from the International Air Transport Association have revealed a 5.7 per cent rise in passenger demand in January this year, but an eight per cent decline in air freight compared to the same month in 2011. The occurrence of Chinese New Year in January (rather than in February as in 2011) exaggerated the increase in passenger demand and the fall in air freight.
IATA urges policy-makers to use aviation strategically
Officials at the International Air Transport Association have urged policymakers to use aviation as a strategic asset. “When the relationship between industry and government works, the results are brilliant,” enthused IATA director general Tony Tyler in a keynote address to the Singapore Airshow Aviation Leadership Summit.
IATA urges Europe to free aviation sector
Officials at the International Air Transport Association have urged European policymakers to focus efforts on measures to shore-up the competitiveness of the regional aviation sector. “At this critical time for European economies it is important that policies focus on measures that support economic growth and job creation, enhance competitiveness and support sustainable development,” said IATA director general Tony Tyler.