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...
Europe’s airlines urge policymakers to boost competitiveness and connectivity
CEOs from 17 major European airlines are calling on policymakers to take urgent action to protect the competitiveness of the aviation sector. A new...
Scheduled airline capacity between Canada and the U.S. declines sharply, data reveals
The transborder aviation market between Canada and the United States is witnessing significant reductions in scheduled airline capacity, with over 320,000 seats removed from...
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...
NTSB calls for permanent ban on helicopter operations near Washington Reagan following deadly midair collision
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on Wednesday issued an urgent recommendation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to permanently prohibit helicopter operations near...
Global air travel demand surges 10% in January 2025, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reports that global passenger demand grew by 10% in January 2025 compared to the previous year, marking a...
Global air cargo demand rises 3.2% in January, growth slows according to IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported a 3.2% year-on-year increase in global air cargo demand for January 2025, marking the 18th consecutive month...
IATA reports increased aviation accidents in 2024, urges global safety measures
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2024 Annual Safety Report, highlighting a mixed year for aviation safety. While long-term trends show continuous...
NASA’s X-59 advances with successful engine tests and Mach diamond display
NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft has successfully completed a series of engine performance tests, marking a key milestone toward its first flight in...
Elon Musk’s ultimatum to air traffic controllers: respond to email or resign
Elon Musk has issued a controversial directive affecting federal employees, including air traffic controllers, demanding they submit weekly accomplishment reports or face forced resignation....
FTL Airlines joins European Regions Airline Association (ERA)
FTL Airlines has become the newest member of the European Regions Airline Association (ERA), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable growth and industry collaboration. Operating...
Airbus A321XLR with Pratt & Whitney engines receives EASA certification
The Airbus A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines has received Type Certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), following the...
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency team to visit FAA Command Center amid air traffic control reform plans
Elon Musk’s government downsizing team, DOGE, will visit the FAA’s Air Traffic Control command center in Virginia on Monday as the Trump administration pushes...
Trump Administration fires nearly 300 FAA employees amid aviation safety concerns
The Trump administration has laid off nearly 300 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) employees, despite recent warnings about understaffing. The firings come just weeks after...
U.S. B-52 bombers arrive in U.K. for Bomber Task Force Europe 25-2
Four U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers landed at RAF Fairford, U.K., on February 11, 2025, marking the start of Bomber Task Force (BTF)...
European airport passenger traffic surpasses pre-Covid levels in 2024
In 2024, European airports welcomed over 5 billion passengers, marking a +7.4% increase from 2023 and surpassing pre-pandemic (2019) levels by +1.8%. However, 47%...
Norwegian F-35 fighter jets intercept Russian bombers near NATO airspace in High North
On February 4, 2025, two Norwegian F-35 fighter jets scrambled to intercept a Russian bomber task force near NATO airspace in the High North....
TSA stops armed passenger at New York JFK Airport
Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) officers at John F. Kennedy International Airport prevented a New York City man from carrying a loaded 9mm handgun onto...
European transport sector calls for stronger EU funding to ensure competitiveness
The European transport sector urges the EU Commission and Member States to maintain a dedicated European transport budget, warning against plans to shift funds...