ABX Air, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus and Fourteen New Airlines Join IATA in 2025, Expanding Global Aviation Network
In 2025, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed 14 new airlines into its membership, reflecting the dynamic growth and diversification of the global aviation industry. This expansion underscores IATA’s commitment to fostering a unified and efficient global air transport network. New IATA Members in 2025 The following airlines have joined IATA in 2025: ABX […]
Aviation Safety and Training Experts Gather for the ALTA Aviation Summit 2025
The ALTA Aviation Safety, Flight Ops & Training Summit 2025 officially kicks off today in Mexico City. This annual event, organized by the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), brings together leaders in aviation safety, flight operations, and training, as well as government authorities and technology experts in the aviation industry. Held from […]
Recipients of 2025 IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards Announced
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the annual IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards: Inspirational Role Model: Claudia Zapata-Cardone, President of the Latin Professionals in Aerospace (LPA) High Flyer: Katherine Moloney, Founder of Elevate (her) Aviation Diversity & Inclusion Team: Air Canada “Diversity and inclusion is strategic for aviation as the industry’s growth is contingent upon […]
IATA CO2 Connect Integrated into the Amadeus Travel Platform
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Amadeus are integrating flight-specific emissions data from IATA CO2 Connect in the Amadeus Travel Platform. This will allow airlines, travel agents, corporate travel managers, and online platforms that request IATA CO2 Connect data to provide travelers with a new source of trusted emissions data at the point of booking. IATA CO2 […]
Willie Walsh’s Report on the Air Transport Industry at the 81st IATA AGM
Good morning, I’m pleased to report that the airline industry remains strong and relevant. Traveler numbers will soon top 5 billion annually, and The 69 million tons of air cargo transported annually accounts for a third of global trade by value. In 2025 airlines will make a $36 billion profit on revenues of $979 billion. […]
Policy Shortcomings Puts SAF Production at Risk
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it expects Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production to reach 2 million tonnes (Mt) (2.5 billion liters) or 0.7% of airlines’ total fuel consumption in 2025. “While it is encouraging that SAF production is expected to double to 2 million tonnes in 2025, that is just 0.7% of […]
$1.3 Billion in Airline Funds Blocked by Governments
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that $1.3 billion in airline funds are blocked from repatriation by governments as of end April 2025. This is a significant amount, although it is an improvement of 25% compared with the $1.7 billion reported for October 2024. IATA urged governments to remove all barriers preventing airlines from […]
Airline Profitability to Strengthen Slightly in 2025 Despite Headwinds
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced updates to its 2025 airline industry financial outlook, showing improved profitability over 2024 and resilience in the face of global economic and political shifts. Highlights from the expected 2025 financial performance include: Net profits at $36.0 billion, improved from the $32.4 billion earned in 2024, but slightly down on […]
LATAM Airlines Group to Host 82nd IATA AGM in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in June 2026, hosted by LATAM Airlines Group. “We are excited to accept LATAM’s offer to host IATA’s 82nd AGM in Rio de Janeiro. The last time the IATA AGM was in […]
Southwest Airlines announces future partnership with China Airlines
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and China Airlines Group, a Taiwan-based carrier, are in discussions to create an interline partnership in early 2026, with published connections expected to go on sale later this year. Executive Leadership from both carriers met this week at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) in […]
