IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the global trade association of airlines. Our ~360 members comprise over 80% of total air traffic.
- 🇳🇿✨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
- 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 👇 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. 👉 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
- 🇱🇰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
- ✈️ 📦 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 👇 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
- 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 👇 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 👇 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 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 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 👇 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
- 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 ✈️ . 👉 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
- 👏 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 ✈️✈️. 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. 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
- 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 🌎 bit.ly/4jT0JAv #IATAWLS
- Holiday travel remains a demand barometer as preliminary data show ~270M trips over 15 Dec –4 Jan period (+7% YoY). Popular routes lead by US↔Mexico/Caribbean and India↔UAE with Cancún, Punta Cana, Bangkok, Phuket as lead destinations. #weeklychart ⬇️ bit.ly/49qYIrX
- Join our experts for a focused 1‑hour webinar on modern, practical strategies to elevate your airline’s emergency preparedness. Register 👉 bit.ly/4r0x0Ij
- We've renewed our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) agreement w/ CFM International reinforcing an open, competitive aftermarket for +33,500 CFM engines in service worldwide. This provides near-term relief for ✈️ by expanding maintenance capacity via independent MROs. bit.ly/45O3HR6
- 📦📲From January, ONE Record becomes the preferred data-sharing standard for air cargo, providing a single, consistent digital language for all partners across the supply chain to connect and exchange information more effectively. Learn more ⬇️ bit.ly/3NqXG6C
- Over the past decade, aviation in Ethiopia grew 24.4%, supports 527,400 jobs, and adds USD 2.0 billion—1.2% of GDP. Safe, fast connections benefit consumers and business, and keep remote communities linked to healthcare, education and work. #ValueOfAviation report 👇 bit.ly/4qm07Wz
- The 2026 IATA World Cargo Symposium will be landing for the first time in Latin America on 10-12 March! 🇵🇪 ✈️📦Brendan Sullivan, IATA Head of Cargo, shares the challenges and opportunities for the industry ahead in #IATAWCS. Read the full #Airlines article⬇️ bit.ly/49lCyr1
- The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is taking a bold step toward a stronger, safer and more efficient air transport system with the creation of a Unified GCC Civil Aviation Authority. I t will harmonize legislation & ops across 6 States for seamless ✈️ connectivity. More 👇 bit.ly/3LB7omn
- 👏 Welcome @AkasaAir – the first airline to join IATA in 2026! Headquartered in Mumbai, Akasa Air connects 2️⃣6️⃣ domestic & 6️⃣ international cities with a modern Boeing 737 MAX fleet ✈️. See the full #airlinemembership 👇 bit.ly/3PvcEEL
- 25by2025 launched in 2019 with a clear call to action: encourage aviation organizations to increase the number of women in senior and underrepresented roles by 25% or reach at least 25% female representation. Find out more about the progress of the initiative 👇 bit.ly/4qLYdOL
- Which 3️⃣ countries top the list for the most powerful passports? The Henley Partners Index ranks passports by visa-free access —powered by Timatic data, the leading provider of real-time information on travel document requirements for international ✈️ travel. See ranking 👇 bit.ly/3YCnSgV
- Milan is about to get busy! 🇮🇹 Olympic Winter Games = thousands of visitors in February 2026. Ticketing data from IATA Direct Data Solutions (DDS) shows big jumps in YoY arrivals at Milan's two main airports from: Canada +300% U.S. +141% China +129% More about DDS 👇 bit.ly/4g4sRhc
- A recent study shows using biometric digital ID technology to integrate domestic and international departure passenger flows could save millions and streamline travel, improving passenger satisfaction. A compelling case for much-needed modernization 👉 bit.ly/3LvKQCZ
- The air transport industry continues to demonstrate resilience. In 2026, passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.2 billion and cargo volumes are expected to reach 71.6 million tonnes. Learn more: bit.ly/4pkULdG
- The 14th Edition of IATA's Cargo- XML Toolkit (2026) introduces major updates, pushing the industry further into a fully digital future. 👉 bit.ly/49ssH1u
- November 2025 saw continued strong demand for air travel with YoY growth of 5.7%. Load factors reached a new record of 83.7% for the month of November. The backlog of more than 17,000 aircraft offers must be reduced in 2026. Details 👉 bit.ly/4bl034H
- Strong momentum maintained by #aircargo in November 2025 according to IATA data. ✅Total demand up 5.5% vs Nov 2024 ✅Capacity up 4.7% vs Nov 2024 Demand grew boosted by shippers prioritizing timely delivery in the lead-up to the year-end holiday season 🎁 . More: bit.ly/4su7SeH
- ✈️ 🇵🇭 From connecting islands to powering global trade, air transport is a lifeline for Philippines’ development. Aviation also provides access to education, friends, families 🫂 and bigger opportunities. Learn more in our 2023 #ValueofAviation report👇 bit.ly/4pjNSbJ
- Join us in Addis Ababa for IATA’s Focus Africa Conference. Connect with over 300 aviation leaders at the region’s premier event for the ✈️ industry, under the theme 'Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity and Operational Efficiency in Africa'. Program👇 bit.ly/49appB3
- What does the future of air travel look like? IATA's 2025 Global Passenger Survey highlights biometric adoption and mobile reliance as key trends. Results are based on over 10,000 responses from more than 200 countries. More on #IATAGPS, including regional preferences 👉 bit.ly/4hI55JD
- ✈️ The 7th edition of the 2026 IATA Baggage Reference Manual is out. This key resource for anyone working in baggage operations, features updated best practices to help reduce mishandled bags, lower costs, and improve the passenger experience. 👉 bit.ly/4jbjkaB
- Missed a recent Chart of the Week? Well, it's time to catch up on industry insights from the end of 2025. The recap covers airline profits, cargo and passenger demand, ticket taxes, emissions in 2024, and more. Access the full #WeeklyChart archive for detailed analysis 👉 bit.ly/3Cf7nQa
- Despite advances in biometrics & mobile tech, travelers still face fragmented systems and inconsistent standards. ⬇️ blog explores what’s holding back seamless journeys bit.ly/4oJhy2u
- In 2026, airlines are committed to connecting people and economies while driving the sustainability agenda forward. From flying billions of passengers to investing in sustainable aviation fuels, the journey ahead is about progress and purpose. Cheers to a New Year in the Skies! ✈️
- 🎊Happy New Year 2026 from all of us at IATA! Wishing you safe travels and blue skies ahead!✈️
- 🛫 Thank you! 🛬 Thank you to everyone around the world who has dedicated themselves to the air transport industry. Your hard work - every single day and night, year round - is appreciated by billions of people globally. 👏
- 🛫 🇴🇲 🛬 Did you know the total economic impact of aviation in Oman includes: 🔵 1.8 USD billion contribution to the GDP 🔵17,000 direct jobs in aviation 🔵169,500 tonnes of air cargo transported Learn more about the #ValueOfAviation 👉 bit.ly/3KUs8Fm
- 🌍 Risks to Watch in 2026 The matrix below orders potential risks with respect to their likelihood of occurrence on the horizontal axis, and the extent of their possible negative impact on the global economy on the vertical axis. 👉 Full report: bit.ly/4jjuGtz
- As 2025 comes to a close, we are proud to celebrate the 22 airlines that joined the IATA family this year! Our #airlinemembership keeps growing, now reaching 3️⃣6️⃣7️⃣ members worldwide! Together, let's build a stronger aviation industry! ✈️ ➡️ bit.ly/3PvcEEL
- Did you receive an electronic device as a gift this year? First off: Lucky you! But secondly, and more importantly, do you know how to pack it properly when you fly home? Learn the dos 🔋 and don’ts 🪫 of packing lithium batteries when flying 👉 bit.ly/4oiDZuM
- 🎅This season reminds us how aviation connects hearts and horizons. From family reunions to new adventures, the skies are full of possibility. ✈️❤️ 💬 Where will your travels take you in 2026?
