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Latest press releases and speeches

Global Standards, More Data Use, Key to Safely Managing Future Demand

3.8 billion air travelers expected by 2036, increasing the pressure on Airlines to remain safe.

Press release 17.04.2018

IATA Reiterates Strong Support for New Mexico City Airport

The current airport is almost 50% over its design capacity of 32 million.

Press release 09.04.2018

IATA Launches Certification Program for Animals Travelling by Air

The new program aims to improve the safety and welfare of animals travelling by air.

Press release 05.04.2018

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Top publications

• Airport Handling Manual (AHM)

  The latest industry-approved policies, standards and procedures for safe and efficient airport operations in 2018.

• Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR)

  The trusted source to help you prepare and document dangerous shipments. Recognized by the world’s airlines for almost 60 years, the DGR is the most complete, up-to-date, and user-friendly reference in the industry.

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Each day some $17.5 billion of goods travel by air – 35% of all world trade by value. Aviation delivers.

3.5% of the global economy relies on aviation.
Aviation supports business.

63 million livelihoods are supported by air transport.
Aviation generates jobs.

Over 4.3 billion passengers will fly this year. Aviation connects people for business and pleasure.

Aviation will cut its net carbon emissions 50% by 2050. Aviation is committed to sustainability.

Every day about 104,000 flights bring people and goods to their destination. Flying is safe

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Why airlines aren't footloose

Airports with significant market power must be effectively regulated

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End of life revelations

Aircraft recycling is set to take on greater importance for two reasons

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Prepare for CORSIA

Industry is 'hard at work' to ensure aircraft operators are ready to implement scheme

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Latest economics reports

• Air Passenger Monthly Analysis - Feb 2018

  Released 5 April 2018

• Air Freight Monthly Analysis - Feb 2018

  Released 4 April 2018

• Forecasting air freight demand (2018-2022)

  Released 13 March 2018

• Airlines Financial Monitor - Jan 2018

  Released 13 March 2018

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