Government Adherence to Global Best Practices in Aviation Essential for Strong Sector in Brazil
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), along with member airlines, the Association of Brazilian Airlines (ABEAR) and the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), yesterday held various meetings with parliamentary authorities in Brazil. The aim of the face-to-face session was to ensure continued close collaboration between industry and Government, paving the way for […]
Bolloré Logistics partners with IAG Cargo to purchase one million litres of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG) reports that it has supported Bolloré Logistics to reduce its CO2 supply chain emissions by purchasing one million litres of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The SAF will be delivered in to two shipments, in July 2022 and November 2022 and will reduce approximately 2,400 tonnes […]
IAG convierte en pedidos en firme 14 opciones de la familia A320neo
International Airlines Group (IAG) ha convertido en pedidos en firme 14 opciones de la familia Airbus A320neo anunciadas en agosto de 2013, por 11 A320neo y tres A321neo. Esto se suma a la conversión de ocho opciones que IAG ejerció en marzo de 2022, por seis A320neo y dos A321neo. Las aeronaves se entregarán en […]
easyJet first airline partner for Iris programme to further reduce aviation’s carbon emissions
easyJet is the first airline partner for Iris, a ground-breaking air traffic management programme that will act as an enabler to systems that shall minimise flight delays, save fuel and help reduce the environmental impact of air travel. The programme is led by Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, in collaboration with […]
First Flight in History with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Both Engines on a Commercial Aircraft
The regional aircraft manufacturer ATR, Swedish airline Braathens Regional Airlines and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supplier Neste supplier Neste collaborated to enable the first ever 100% SAF-powered test flight on a commercial aircraft. When used in neat form Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ reduces greenhouse gas emissions over its life cycle by up to 80%* […]
Ensuring Safe Rollout of 5G Networks
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to work closely with the aviation industry to ensure that aviation and incumbent aviation safety systems can safely co-exist with new 5G services[i]. While IATA recognizes the economic importance of making spectrum available to support next generation commercial wireless telecommunications, maintaining current levels of safety of passengers, […]
ICAO Assembly Must Adopt Long Term Aspirational Goal to Decarbonize Aviation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for governments to adopt a Long Term Aspirational Goal to decarbonize aviation at the 41st Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) later this year. The call came at the 78th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) where airlines are mapping out […]
Transforming Yesterday’s Emissions into Tomorrow’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel: United Announces Agreement with CO2 Utilization Company Dimensional Energy
United and United Airlines Ventures (UAV) today announced an investment in and commercial agreement with Dimensional Energy, another step forward to reach United’s 100% green net zero commitment by 2050, without the use of traditional carbon offsets. Dimensional Energy’s novel technology removes the need for fossil fuels, converting carbon dioxide and water into usable ingredients […]
The Cayman Islands to Host Caribbean Tourism Organization and IATA Aviation Conference in September
The Cayman Islands Ministry and Department of Tourism are partnering with the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) to host the organization’s Business Meetings from 12-15 September 2022. This conference will be the first major in-person event programme for the CTO. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will also host Caribbean Aviation Day on 14 September during […]
Aviation’s long haul to replace jet fuel
SAF are a proven drop-in technology that have the potential to cut carbon emissions in the range of 70% to 100%. To date, they have powered some 450,000 flights. “Even if we have hydrogen and electric propulsion systems for short haul commercial flights by 2035, the majority of emissions come from long-haul widebody flights,” says […]
