Drones a increasing challenge for airspace users, says IATA
The use of drones (remotely piloted aircraft systems) is forecast to grow exponentially and is posing an increasing challenge for users of the airspace, according to Gilberto Lopez Meyer, senior vice-president for safety and flight operations at the International Air Transport Association (IATA). "Drones are increasingly being used in environmental and fishery operations, disaster response, […]
AJW Engines purchases CFM56-5B/P for teardown in support of expanding engine management programmes
AJW Engines, a division of the integrated aviation support specialists – AJW Group, has purchased another CFM56-5B/P engine for teardown. The engine will be dismantled to support AJW"™s worldwide network of airline and MRO customers. It will provide inventory for piece parts sales, AJW Engine"™ comprehensive Fan Blade Exchange programme and bolster strategically located spare […]
¿Qué le pide el sector aéreo al gobierno colombiano?
Problemas regulatorios con exceso de entes del Gobierno que frenan la competitividad del sector, altos costos en la operación y elevados gravámenes que los hacen menos atractivos. Esos fueron tres de los muchos problemas que los representantes del sector le hicieron saber al Gobierno Nacional durante el Aviation Day, la cumbre que reunió a todos […]
ICAO highlights its leading role in addressing international aviation CO2 emissions at COP21
The Council President of the International Civil Aviation Organization, Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu, delivered a message on behalf of its Member States and the air transport sector to the COP21 in Paris today, during the Plenary of the UNFCCC"™s Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice (SBSTA). "While international aviation accounts for 1.3 per cent […]
India may displace UK as 3rd largest aviation market by 2026: IATA
India is likely to become the third largest aviation market in the world displacing the UK by 2026, according to a forecast by global airlines grouping International Air Transport Association today. Besides, the IATA expects India’s air passenger traffic to grow to 378 million passengers by 2034 with 275 new passengers likely to be added […]
Air India receives IATA Ienva certification
In yet another accolade for its efforts in environment initiatives, National Carrier Air India has become the first airline in India to get the IATA Environmental Assessment Certificate (IEnvA). The certificate was presented to Ashwani Lohani, Chairman and Managing Director, by Amitabh Khosla, Country Director, IATA in Delhi. Also present were Harpreet A De Singh, […]
Airbus A320neo receives joint EASA and FAA Type Certification
The world’s best-selling single aisle aircraft, the A320neo, has received joint Type Certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on 24th November 2015. The certified aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney Pure Power PW1100G-JM engines. The EASA A320neo type Certificate was signed by EASA"™s Certification Director Trevor […]
Iran to launch new airliner
Following a significant improvement in Iran aviation sector, the Islamic Republic plans to launch a new airline company, called Tehran Air. The Iranian media quoted Mohammad Ilkhani, an informed source, to say that the new airline will become operational in the country by next April. The new airline will deploy 11 aircraft "” four Airbus […]
Enabling Aviation to Drive Growth in Latin America
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the improvements in safety that have resulted from strong partnerships among aviation stakeholders in Latin America and the Caribbean, and urged governments in the region to use this as a template for working together in other areas. Speaking at the Latin America and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) […]
EU Aviation Package Must Benefit European Economy and Consumers
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the European Commission to ensure that the upcoming European Union (EU) Aviation Package strengthens the competitiveness and connectivity of the European economy, and benefits European consumers. «Air connectivity is a crucial driver of economic and social prosperity in the EU. Strong connectivity needs strong airlines. But Europe"™s […]
