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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the global trade association of airlines. Our ~360 members comprise over 80% of total air traffic.
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In 2025, #aircargo demand rose by 3.4% and capacity increased by 3.7%, pushing the industry to record volumes 👏 👏 👏.
December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued 💪 performance.
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https://bit.ly/4q8lIkv
December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued 💪 performance.
Read more 👇
https://bit.ly/4q8lIkv
#IATAWOCA is coming to Santiago de Chile (8–9 Apr), hosted by LATAM.
Theme: Beyond Borders—Aviation ✈️ as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation.
400+ attendees, C‑suite speakers, and panels on AI, sustainability, cargo, regulation & infrastructure.
More 👉 https://bit.ly/46IZBKm
Theme: Beyond Borders—Aviation ✈️ as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation.
400+ attendees, C‑suite speakers, and panels on AI, sustainability, cargo, regulation & infrastructure.
More 👉 https://bit.ly/46IZBKm
February 11, 2026 at 5:35 PM
#IATAWOCA is coming to Santiago de Chile (8–9 Apr), hosted by LATAM.
Theme: Beyond Borders—Aviation ✈️ as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation.
400+ attendees, C‑suite speakers, and panels on AI, sustainability, cargo, regulation & infrastructure.
More 👉 https://bit.ly/46IZBKm
Theme: Beyond Borders—Aviation ✈️ as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation.
400+ attendees, C‑suite speakers, and panels on AI, sustainability, cargo, regulation & infrastructure.
More 👉 https://bit.ly/46IZBKm
Together w/ @aci-europe.bsky.social & A4Europe, we are raising concerns that EES is already causing significant delays at airport border controls. Without urgent corrective action, these issues risk escalating into major disruptions during the summer travel season.
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https://bit.ly/4r4OFis
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February 11, 2026 at 1:28 PM
Together w/ @aci-europe.bsky.social & A4Europe, we are raising concerns that EES is already causing significant delays at airport border controls. Without urgent corrective action, these issues risk escalating into major disruptions during the summer travel season.
More 👇
https://bit.ly/4r4OFis
More 👇
https://bit.ly/4r4OFis
Join us for a focused webinar on how smarter transport practices supported by automated digital compliance solutions like LAR Verify, can help strengthen oversight and support the entire journey for airlines, ground handlers, and shippers.
👉 https://bit.ly/4aCGVyq
👉 https://bit.ly/4aCGVyq
February 10, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Join us for a focused webinar on how smarter transport practices supported by automated digital compliance solutions like LAR Verify, can help strengthen oversight and support the entire journey for airlines, ground handlers, and shippers.
👉 https://bit.ly/4aCGVyq
👉 https://bit.ly/4aCGVyq
Welcome 👋 @proflightzambia to the IATA family️!
Based in Lusaka, the airline operates domestic and regional flights to Botswana, Namibia & South Africa with a fleet of 6️⃣ Bombardier CRJ-200 & 5️⃣ Jetstream 41 turboprops ✈️.
👉 https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Based in Lusaka, the airline operates domestic and regional flights to Botswana, Namibia & South Africa with a fleet of 6️⃣ Bombardier CRJ-200 & 5️⃣ Jetstream 41 turboprops ✈️.
👉 https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
February 9, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Welcome 👋 @proflightzambia to the IATA family️!
Based in Lusaka, the airline operates domestic and regional flights to Botswana, Namibia & South Africa with a fleet of 6️⃣ Bombardier CRJ-200 & 5️⃣ Jetstream 41 turboprops ✈️.
👉 https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Based in Lusaka, the airline operates domestic and regional flights to Botswana, Namibia & South Africa with a fleet of 6️⃣ Bombardier CRJ-200 & 5️⃣ Jetstream 41 turboprops ✈️.
👉 https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
🛫Air travel demand is rising, but airport capacities aren't keeping pace.
With new infrastructure years away, digital ID📲can help existing airports maximize capacity, cut costs, lower emissions & improve passenger experience.
More in #Airlines👇
bit.ly/4anxOk2
With new infrastructure years away, digital ID📲can help existing airports maximize capacity, cut costs, lower emissions & improve passenger experience.
More in #Airlines👇
bit.ly/4anxOk2
February 8, 2026 at 1:16 PM
🛫Air travel demand is rising, but airport capacities aren't keeping pace.
With new infrastructure years away, digital ID📲can help existing airports maximize capacity, cut costs, lower emissions & improve passenger experience.
More in #Airlines👇
bit.ly/4anxOk2
With new infrastructure years away, digital ID📲can help existing airports maximize capacity, cut costs, lower emissions & improve passenger experience.
More in #Airlines👇
bit.ly/4anxOk2
Continuing the post‑pandemic slide in new ✈️ launches, 28 airlines began operations in 2025 — the lowest number of entrants since 1999.
Airline exits also stabilized at 28, matching the number of new market entrants.
#Weeklychart for details ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4rzZhps
Airline exits also stabilized at 28, matching the number of new market entrants.
#Weeklychart for details ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4rzZhps
February 7, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Continuing the post‑pandemic slide in new ✈️ launches, 28 airlines began operations in 2025 — the lowest number of entrants since 1999.
Airline exits also stabilized at 28, matching the number of new market entrants.
#Weeklychart for details ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4rzZhps
Airline exits also stabilized at 28, matching the number of new market entrants.
#Weeklychart for details ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4rzZhps
🇳🇿✨Happy Waitangi Day 2026!
✈️As New Zealand marks this milestone, aviation will continue to support the nation's connectivity, economic activity and access to global opportunities.
Explore our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/4qslci0
✈️As New Zealand marks this milestone, aviation will continue to support the nation's connectivity, economic activity and access to global opportunities.
Explore our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/4qslci0
February 6, 2026 at 2:03 AM
🇳🇿✨Happy Waitangi Day 2026!
✈️As New Zealand marks this milestone, aviation will continue to support the nation's connectivity, economic activity and access to global opportunities.
Explore our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/4qslci0
✈️As New Zealand marks this milestone, aviation will continue to support the nation's connectivity, economic activity and access to global opportunities.
Explore our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/4qslci0
Join us for a virtual panel discussion exploring how airport communities are collaborating under IATA’s CEIV Lithium Batteries certification program to enhance safety, strengthen compliance, and improve operational efficiency in the ✈️ transport of lithium 🔋.
Register 👇
https://bit.ly/4byCSnH
Register 👇
https://bit.ly/4byCSnH
February 5, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Join us for a virtual panel discussion exploring how airport communities are collaborating under IATA’s CEIV Lithium Batteries certification program to enhance safety, strengthen compliance, and improve operational efficiency in the ✈️ transport of lithium 🔋.
Register 👇
https://bit.ly/4byCSnH
Register 👇
https://bit.ly/4byCSnH
✈️ Geopolitical pressures are transforming global aviation — from conflicts and sanctions to volatile tariffs and policies.
The #IATAWLS, 17–19 February in Warsaw, will unpack how these risks are reshaping airline liability and operations.
👉 https://bit.ly/3OJiELa
The #IATAWLS, 17–19 February in Warsaw, will unpack how these risks are reshaping airline liability and operations.
👉 https://bit.ly/3OJiELa
February 5, 2026 at 12:43 PM
✈️ Geopolitical pressures are transforming global aviation — from conflicts and sanctions to volatile tariffs and policies.
The #IATAWLS, 17–19 February in Warsaw, will unpack how these risks are reshaping airline liability and operations.
👉 https://bit.ly/3OJiELa
The #IATAWLS, 17–19 February in Warsaw, will unpack how these risks are reshaping airline liability and operations.
👉 https://bit.ly/3OJiELa
📣Calling all #aircargo professionals!
IATA’s 📝Innovation Radar Survey (2nd edition) is now open!
Share your insights on 23 technologies that are transforming our industry, and help guide the sector on how to prepare for the future.
Join the survey ⬇️
bit.ly/4bzTQCk
IATA’s 📝Innovation Radar Survey (2nd edition) is now open!
Share your insights on 23 technologies that are transforming our industry, and help guide the sector on how to prepare for the future.
Join the survey ⬇️
bit.ly/4bzTQCk
February 4, 2026 at 1:09 PM
📣Calling all #aircargo professionals!
IATA’s 📝Innovation Radar Survey (2nd edition) is now open!
Share your insights on 23 technologies that are transforming our industry, and help guide the sector on how to prepare for the future.
Join the survey ⬇️
bit.ly/4bzTQCk
IATA’s 📝Innovation Radar Survey (2nd edition) is now open!
Share your insights on 23 technologies that are transforming our industry, and help guide the sector on how to prepare for the future.
Join the survey ⬇️
bit.ly/4bzTQCk
🇱🇰Happy 78th Independence Day, Sri Lanka! 🎊
From welcoming the diaspora back home to empowering national industries, aviation stands ready to support Sri Lanka as a vital engine of progress and connectivity. ✈️
Read our 2023 #ValueofAviation report
👉bit.ly/3Ng8nZz
From welcoming the diaspora back home to empowering national industries, aviation stands ready to support Sri Lanka as a vital engine of progress and connectivity. ✈️
Read our 2023 #ValueofAviation report
👉bit.ly/3Ng8nZz
February 4, 2026 at 2:20 AM
🇱🇰Happy 78th Independence Day, Sri Lanka! 🎊
From welcoming the diaspora back home to empowering national industries, aviation stands ready to support Sri Lanka as a vital engine of progress and connectivity. ✈️
Read our 2023 #ValueofAviation report
👉bit.ly/3Ng8nZz
From welcoming the diaspora back home to empowering national industries, aviation stands ready to support Sri Lanka as a vital engine of progress and connectivity. ✈️
Read our 2023 #ValueofAviation report
👉bit.ly/3Ng8nZz
✈️ 📦 IATA has announced that the 2026 World Cargo Symposium will focus on “Advancing Air Cargo in a Dynamic World.”
📍 #IATAWCS 2026 will take place 10–12 March in Lima, Peru, hosted by LATAM Cargo. It is the first time the event will be held in South America.
Details 👇
https://bit.ly/4bzjSFF
📍 #IATAWCS 2026 will take place 10–12 March in Lima, Peru, hosted by LATAM Cargo. It is the first time the event will be held in South America.
Details 👇
https://bit.ly/4bzjSFF
February 3, 2026 at 12:33 PM
✈️ 📦 IATA has announced that the 2026 World Cargo Symposium will focus on “Advancing Air Cargo in a Dynamic World.”
📍 #IATAWCS 2026 will take place 10–12 March in Lima, Peru, hosted by LATAM Cargo. It is the first time the event will be held in South America.
Details 👇
https://bit.ly/4bzjSFF
📍 #IATAWCS 2026 will take place 10–12 March in Lima, Peru, hosted by LATAM Cargo. It is the first time the event will be held in South America.
Details 👇
https://bit.ly/4bzjSFF
At the #ChangiAviationSummit 2026 in #Singapore, IATA DG Willie Walsh highlighted the industry’s resilient growth and the challenges ahead—from supply chain disruptions, #SAF production and🌎the critical role of CORSIA.
Read the full speech👇
bit.ly/4ashwr6
#CAS2026 #OneAviation
Read the full speech👇
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#CAS2026 #OneAviation
February 2, 2026 at 5:09 AM
At the #ChangiAviationSummit 2026 in #Singapore, IATA DG Willie Walsh highlighted the industry’s resilient growth and the challenges ahead—from supply chain disruptions, #SAF production and🌎the critical role of CORSIA.
Read the full speech👇
bit.ly/4ashwr6
#CAS2026 #OneAviation
Read the full speech👇
bit.ly/4ashwr6
#CAS2026 #OneAviation
IATA works hand‑in‑hand with its members to develop the data that empowers airlines to make informed decisions, boost operational efficiency, enhance safety, and unlock new opportunities for growth. Data sits at the core of a stronger, more resilient aviation industry.
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https://bit.ly/4k9ig7H
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https://bit.ly/4k9ig7H
February 1, 2026 at 5:45 PM
IATA works hand‑in‑hand with its members to develop the data that empowers airlines to make informed decisions, boost operational efficiency, enhance safety, and unlock new opportunities for growth. Data sits at the core of a stronger, more resilient aviation industry.
More 👇
https://bit.ly/4k9ig7H
More 👇
https://bit.ly/4k9ig7H
Aircraft departures/arrivals in Europe rose by 8% in 2017-2025, but growth varied widely.
Sweden and Germany saw sharp declines, while southern markets like Portugal, Türkiye, Spain, and Italy grew by 17–22%; Serbia, Poland, and Hungary expanded even faster.
#weeklychart 👇
https://bit.ly/4q6VDlS
Sweden and Germany saw sharp declines, while southern markets like Portugal, Türkiye, Spain, and Italy grew by 17–22%; Serbia, Poland, and Hungary expanded even faster.
#weeklychart 👇
https://bit.ly/4q6VDlS
January 31, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Aircraft departures/arrivals in Europe rose by 8% in 2017-2025, but growth varied widely.
Sweden and Germany saw sharp declines, while southern markets like Portugal, Türkiye, Spain, and Italy grew by 17–22%; Serbia, Poland, and Hungary expanded even faster.
#weeklychart 👇
https://bit.ly/4q6VDlS
Sweden and Germany saw sharp declines, while southern markets like Portugal, Türkiye, Spain, and Italy grew by 17–22%; Serbia, Poland, and Hungary expanded even faster.
#weeklychart 👇
https://bit.ly/4q6VDlS
As ONE Record adoption accelerates, industry leaders are highlighting how the industry's preferred data‑sharing standard for #aircargo is transforming their operations.
Watch ⬇️ video to understand how the standard is strengthening Cathay Cargo's digital capabilities.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/4c7LbDx
Watch ⬇️ video to understand how the standard is strengthening Cathay Cargo's digital capabilities.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/4c7LbDx
January 30, 2026 at 1:13 PM
As ONE Record adoption accelerates, industry leaders are highlighting how the industry's preferred data‑sharing standard for #aircargo is transforming their operations.
Watch ⬇️ video to understand how the standard is strengthening Cathay Cargo's digital capabilities.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/4c7LbDx
Watch ⬇️ video to understand how the standard is strengthening Cathay Cargo's digital capabilities.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/4c7LbDx
Global passenger demand rose 5.3% YoY, driven by a 7.1% increase in int'l traffic and a 2.4% rise in domestic demand. Overall load factor reached 83.6%, a record for full-year traffic.
This returns growth to align w/ historical growth patterns after post-COVID rebound.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/3NVt3X4
This returns growth to align w/ historical growth patterns after post-COVID rebound.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/3NVt3X4
January 29, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Global passenger demand rose 5.3% YoY, driven by a 7.1% increase in int'l traffic and a 2.4% rise in domestic demand. Overall load factor reached 83.6%, a record for full-year traffic.
This returns growth to align w/ historical growth patterns after post-COVID rebound.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/3NVt3X4
This returns growth to align w/ historical growth patterns after post-COVID rebound.
ℹ️ https://bit.ly/3NVt3X4
In 2025, #aircargo demand rose by 3.4% and capacity increased by 3.7%, pushing the industry to record volumes 👏 👏 👏.
December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued 💪 performance.
Read more 👇
https://bit.ly/4q8lIkv
December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued 💪 performance.
Read more 👇
https://bit.ly/4q8lIkv
January 29, 2026 at 1:05 PM
In 2025, #aircargo demand rose by 3.4% and capacity increased by 3.7%, pushing the industry to record volumes 👏 👏 👏.
December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued 💪 performance.
Read more 👇
https://bit.ly/4q8lIkv
December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued 💪 performance.
Read more 👇
https://bit.ly/4q8lIkv
✈️💰How does the aviation industry move $260B annually?
IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) is the most efficient way to move money. But as we shift towards Offers and Orders, the BSP has to evolve to keep up as well.
Find out how in Airlines magazine👇
bit.ly/4rjI1EV
IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) is the most efficient way to move money. But as we shift towards Offers and Orders, the BSP has to evolve to keep up as well.
Find out how in Airlines magazine👇
bit.ly/4rjI1EV
January 28, 2026 at 1:24 PM
✈️💰How does the aviation industry move $260B annually?
IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) is the most efficient way to move money. But as we shift towards Offers and Orders, the BSP has to evolve to keep up as well.
Find out how in Airlines magazine👇
bit.ly/4rjI1EV
IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) is the most efficient way to move money. But as we shift towards Offers and Orders, the BSP has to evolve to keep up as well.
Find out how in Airlines magazine👇
bit.ly/4rjI1EV
Thomas Reynaert, Senior Vice President, External Affairs at IATA argues that blocked funds are a major challenge to an industry that has been shown to be a powerful economic engine ✈️ .
👉 https://bit.ly/3LQlLDu
👉 https://bit.ly/3LQlLDu
January 27, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Thomas Reynaert, Senior Vice President, External Affairs at IATA argues that blocked funds are a major challenge to an industry that has been shown to be a powerful economic engine ✈️ .
👉 https://bit.ly/3LQlLDu
👉 https://bit.ly/3LQlLDu
🇦🇺✨ Happy Australia Day!
From regional towns to global cities,✈️aviation keeps Australia connected and growing.
Can you guess Australia’s top city destination?
1️⃣ D______
2️⃣ Auckland
3️⃣ Singapore
4️⃣ London
5️⃣ Tokyo
Answer in our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/49pKPc4
From regional towns to global cities,✈️aviation keeps Australia connected and growing.
Can you guess Australia’s top city destination?
1️⃣ D______
2️⃣ Auckland
3️⃣ Singapore
4️⃣ London
5️⃣ Tokyo
Answer in our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/49pKPc4
January 26, 2026 at 2:10 AM
🇦🇺✨ Happy Australia Day!
From regional towns to global cities,✈️aviation keeps Australia connected and growing.
Can you guess Australia’s top city destination?
1️⃣ D______
2️⃣ Auckland
3️⃣ Singapore
4️⃣ London
5️⃣ Tokyo
Answer in our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/49pKPc4
From regional towns to global cities,✈️aviation keeps Australia connected and growing.
Can you guess Australia’s top city destination?
1️⃣ D______
2️⃣ Auckland
3️⃣ Singapore
4️⃣ London
5️⃣ Tokyo
Answer in our #ValueofAviation report 👇
bit.ly/49pKPc4
👏 Congrats Ajet on joining IATA's #airlinemembership!
AJet, with its base at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen airport, serves over 40 domestic & 60 international destinations in more than 34 countries across Europe and Western Asia with a fleet of 80 ✈️✈️.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
AJet, with its base at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen airport, serves over 40 domestic & 60 international destinations in more than 34 countries across Europe and Western Asia with a fleet of 80 ✈️✈️.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
January 25, 2026 at 3:53 PM
👏 Congrats Ajet on joining IATA's #airlinemembership!
AJet, with its base at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen airport, serves over 40 domestic & 60 international destinations in more than 34 countries across Europe and Western Asia with a fleet of 80 ✈️✈️.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
AJet, with its base at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen airport, serves over 40 domestic & 60 international destinations in more than 34 countries across Europe and Western Asia with a fleet of 80 ✈️✈️.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
ATFM delays have cost EUR 16.1 billion in 2015-2025.
✈️ 7.2M delayed flights
👥 1BN affected passengers
⏱️ 111M minutes of delay
France & Germany account for more than half of all delays. Europe needs to follow through investment and workforce plans to improve performance.
https://bit.ly/3YVdlxv
✈️ 7.2M delayed flights
👥 1BN affected passengers
⏱️ 111M minutes of delay
France & Germany account for more than half of all delays. Europe needs to follow through investment and workforce plans to improve performance.
https://bit.ly/3YVdlxv
January 24, 2026 at 11:08 AM
ATFM delays have cost EUR 16.1 billion in 2015-2025.
✈️ 7.2M delayed flights
👥 1BN affected passengers
⏱️ 111M minutes of delay
France & Germany account for more than half of all delays. Europe needs to follow through investment and workforce plans to improve performance.
https://bit.ly/3YVdlxv
✈️ 7.2M delayed flights
👥 1BN affected passengers
⏱️ 111M minutes of delay
France & Germany account for more than half of all delays. Europe needs to follow through investment and workforce plans to improve performance.
https://bit.ly/3YVdlxv
✈️🇲🇻 For an archipelagic nation like the Maldives, aviation is a vital bridge to the world.
❓Can you guess how much the Maldives’ international air connectivity has grown since 2014? (Hint: it is over 100%)
Find out in our #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4jJKdTH
❓Can you guess how much the Maldives’ international air connectivity has grown since 2014? (Hint: it is over 100%)
Find out in our #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4jJKdTH
January 23, 2026 at 2:02 AM
✈️🇲🇻 For an archipelagic nation like the Maldives, aviation is a vital bridge to the world.
❓Can you guess how much the Maldives’ international air connectivity has grown since 2014? (Hint: it is over 100%)
Find out in our #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4jJKdTH
❓Can you guess how much the Maldives’ international air connectivity has grown since 2014? (Hint: it is over 100%)
Find out in our #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4jJKdTH
What’s on IATA's World Legal Symposium agenda?
✅Geopolitical exposures: trade, tariffs, sanctions & insurance
✅Consumer Protection 2.0
✅AI & competition law
✅The moving target of freight forwarder liability
Join ✈️ legal leaders to explore Liability in a Changing 🌎
https://bit.ly/4jT0JAv
#IATAWLS
✅Geopolitical exposures: trade, tariffs, sanctions & insurance
✅Consumer Protection 2.0
✅AI & competition law
✅The moving target of freight forwarder liability
Join ✈️ legal leaders to explore Liability in a Changing 🌎
https://bit.ly/4jT0JAv
#IATAWLS
January 22, 2026 at 1:04 PM
What’s on IATA's World Legal Symposium agenda?
✅Geopolitical exposures: trade, tariffs, sanctions & insurance
✅Consumer Protection 2.0
✅AI & competition law
✅The moving target of freight forwarder liability
Join ✈️ legal leaders to explore Liability in a Changing 🌎
https://bit.ly/4jT0JAv
#IATAWLS
✅Geopolitical exposures: trade, tariffs, sanctions & insurance
✅Consumer Protection 2.0
✅AI & competition law
✅The moving target of freight forwarder liability
Join ✈️ legal leaders to explore Liability in a Changing 🌎
https://bit.ly/4jT0JAv
#IATAWLS