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Air cargo demand rises by 18.4% January - IATA
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Global aircraft delivery shortfall hits 5,300 units — IATA

The International Air Transport Association has announced that aircraft delivery shortfalls have hit 5,300 units. This substantial deficit, stemming from accumulated losses in deliveries over the past five years and a record-high order backlog, is projected to sustain pressure on the industry until 2034. IATA’s 2025 analysis of aerospace supply chain bottlenecks revealed that the […]

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Proposed EU261 reforms will raise airline cost, IATA warns

The International Air Transport Association has raised new concerns over proposed amendments to the EU261 passenger rights regulation by the European Parliament, warning that the revisions will “entrench and worsen” existing flaws while increasing costs for both airlines and consumers without truly addressing passengers’ needs. In a statement, IATA said the shortcomings of EU261 have […]

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African airlines lead global air cargo demand with 11% rise

The International Air Transport Association released data for August 2025 global air cargo markets showing that total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers, rose by 4.1 per cent compared to August 2024 levels, with international operations specifically rising by 5.1 percent, a result of changes in global trade patterns. Capacity, which is measured in available cargo […]

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Airlines face $11b loss in 2025 amid aircraft delivery delays

Airlines are projected to lose over $11 billion in 2025 due to ongoing delays in aircraft and parts deliveries. A joint report by the International Air Transport Association and consulting firm Oliver Wyman reveals that global commercial aircraft production is failing to keep pace with demand. The study notes a record backlog of more than […]

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IATA seeks raising pilots retirement age to 67

The International Air Transport Association has submitted a proposal to raise the pilot retirement age from 65 to 67, which will be reviewed by the International Civil Aviation Organisation at its General Assembly starting September 23. Representing about 350 airlines, IATA described the change as a “cautious but reasonable step consistent with safety.” Under current […]

IATA, weather company collaborate on data
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IATA unveils roadmap to net-zero aviation by 2050

The International Air Transport Association will spearhead a global drive for greener aviation at its two-day World Sustainability Symposium in Hong Kong, scheduled for October 21–22, 2025, with a net-zero target set for 2050. The announcement, issued Tuesday by Marie Thomsen, IATA’s Senior Vice President for Sustainability and Chief Economist, positions the event between the […]

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IATA projects 4.1% annual growth for African aviation sector

The International Air Transport Association has projected that Africa’s aviation sector will grow at an average annual rate of 4.1 per cent over the next 20 years, with the market expected to double in size by 2044. The forecast was revealed by Somas Appavou, IATA’s Regional Director for External Affairs in Africa, in a press […]

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Airlines may delay aircraft deliveries over US tariff uncertainty – IATA

Director-General of International Air Transport Association,Willie Walsh, has said that Airlines could hesitate to accept aircraft deliveries amid ongoing uncertainty over United States tariffs and their potential impact on plane costs. This was disclosed by Walsh on Wednesday while speaking at a media roundtable in Singapore. “It’s not just going to be a major Boeing […]

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Airlines adopts IATA’s new fuel management solution

GOL and TAP Air Portugal are the first airlines to adopt FuelIS, a new advanced analytics tool developed by the International Air Transport Association to help optimize fuel use and improve environmental performance. According to IATA, FuelIS enables airlines to identify operational inefficiencies and makev data-driven decisions that cut fuel costs and lower carbon emissions. […]

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IATA removes Nigeria from list of countries with blocked funds

The International Air Transport Association has confirmed that Nigeria has been removed from the list of countries with blocked airline funds, also known as unrepatriated or trapped revenues. Speaking at a press briefing during IATA’s recent Annual General Meeting, the association’s regional vice-president for Africa, the Middle East,Europe, Kamil Al-Awadhi, acknowledged ongoing challenges with blocked […]

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Airline industry gains from declining oil prices – IATA

The global aviation industry is gaining from lower oil prices, which are reducing the cost of kerosene, according to the head of the International Air Transport Association. The Director General of the IATA, Willie Walsh, stated that falling oil prices are helping to lower airline ticket costs, as reduced fuel expenses make it cheaper for […]

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IATA projects $1tn revenue, record passenger numbers by 2025

The International Air Transport Association has forecasted a milestone 2025 industry revenue exceeding $1 trillion, alongside record passenger numbers. However, IATA’s chief, Willie Walsh, highlighted significant challenges due to delays in aircraft deliveries from Boeing, Airbus, and their suppliers, which are restricting airlines’ growth. These delays stem from supply chain issues and production constraints. Airlines […]

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