The International Air Transport Association News
Progress towards Aviation Industry’s Commitment to Passengers with Disabilities
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2023 Global Passenger Survey (GPS) related to accessibility of air transport to passengers with disabilities, showing significant satisfaction levels among passengers who used special assistance services: 80% of travelers using special assistance services said that their expectations were met.
IATA Expresses Concern Over Reduction in Amsterdam Schiphol Slots Starting Summer 2024
The International Air Transport Association reacted to confirmation from the Dutch Slot coordinator at Amsterdam Schiphol of the reductions in slots from Summer 2024.
IATA Announces Theme and Co-Host Airline for World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ”Value Creation – Unlock the Potential” will be the theme of the joint World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS). The event will take place 25-26 October 2023 in Chicago, USA, with United Airlines as the co-host airline.
International Aviation Associations Urge Postponement of Controversial Schiphol Airport Flight Cuts
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airlines for America (A4A), European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), and European Regions Airline Association (ERA) warned that the proposed cuts to flight numbers at Schiphol airport must not proceed under the leadership of a caretaker government.
IATA Releases Strategic Roadmaps to Showcase Critical Steps to Reach Net Zero by 2050
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) unveiled a series of roadmaps aimed at providing step-by-step detailing of critical actions and dependencies for aviation to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. These roadmaps address aircraft technology, energy infrastructure, operations, finance, and policy considerations leading to net zero.
Travel Demand Continues Strong in April; Domestic Traffic Fully Recovered
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced continued strong passenger traffic demand in April.
2022 World Passenger Symposium to take place 1-3 November 2022 in Bahrain
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ‘Unlocking Value Creation by Putting the Customer First’ will be the theme of the 2022 World Passenger Symposium (WPS). The event will take place 1-3 November 2022 in Bahrain with Gulf Air as the host airline.