Global air travel demand rises 4% in July as international markets lead growth, according to IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported a 4% year-on-year rise in global passenger demand for July 2025, with capacity up 4.4% and load...
IATA releases 2024 World Air Transport Statistics: strong growth across key metrics
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has published its 2024 World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) report, offering a detailed snapshot of global aviation trends...
IATA calls for scrutiny and competition in London Heathrow expansion plans
IATA has welcomed the UK government’s support for expanding Heathrow Airport but warns that expansion must prioritise efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and customer experience.The association...
Global air passenger demand slows in June 2025 amid regional disruptions
According to IATA, global air travel demand in June 2025 rose by 2.6% year-on-year, marking a slowdown in growth due to Middle East conflicts...
Global air cargo demand rises slightly in June 2025 amid regional divergences
According to IATA, global air cargo demand in June 2025 grew 0.8% year-on-year, with international demand up 1.6%, despite ongoing trade disruptions. Capacity increased...
IATA: Passenger demand up 5% in May despite uneven global growth
Global air travel demand rose by 5.0% year-on-year in May 2025, according to IATA, with Asia-Pacific driving growth while North America posted a rare...
Global air cargo demand rises 2.2% in May despite trade disruptions, says IATA
IATA reports global air cargo demand rose 2.2% year-on-year in May 2025, with international demand up 3.0%. Capacity also increased by 2.0%, showing resilience...
KlasJet joins IATA, cementing global safety and operational excellence
Premium private jet charter company KlasJet, part of Avia Solutions Group, has become an official member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), confirming...
EASA and IATA unveil joint plan to tackle GNSS interference threats
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have launched a comprehensive action plan to counter the growing...
IATA at 80: From post-war collaboration to a global aviation powerhouse
By Willie Walsh, IATA Director General,
Geneva, 19 April 2025Marking 80 years since its founding in 1945, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reflects on...
IATA March 2025 air passenger traffic summary: Growth continues amid capacity outpacing demand
Global air travel demand rose by 3.3% year-on-year in March 2025, slightly up from February’s 2.7% increase, according to IATA. However, a 5.3% rise...
Air Cargo demand hits record high for March amid trade uncertainty, says IATA
Global air cargo demand rose 4.4% year-on-year in March 2025, with international volumes up 5.5%, marking a historic high for the month, according to...
IATA launches Contactless Travel Directory to boost biometric adoption in air travel
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has introduced its Contactless Travel Directory, designed to help airlines expand the use of biometric, paper-free travel solutions....
Airlines warn Amsterdam Schiphol flight cap threatens EU Single Market
Airlines for Europe(A4E), European Regions Airline Association (ERA), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) urge the Dutch government to reconsider Schiphol Airport’s flight...
IATA launches global SAF registry to accelerate aviation decarbonisation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry, now managed by the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO). This...
Passenger demand growth slows in February, but traffic hits record levels, according to IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that global passenger demand grew 2.6% year-on-year in February 2025, a slower pace than January, partly due...
Global air cargo demand declines slightly in February 2025, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported a 0.1% decline in global air cargo demand (CTK) in February 2025, marking the first drop since...
IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025: industry leaders to gather in Nairobi
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is set to host the 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) from May 13 to 15, 2025, at...
IATA establishes CADO to operate SAF Registry
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO) to manage its upcoming Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry.CADO, based...
IATA pushes for digital identity adoption to strengthen aviation security
At the Sydney Leaders Week Conference, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments and industry stakeholders to accelerate the adoption of digital identity...