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Airline members of IATA enjoy the support of an internationally renowned organization that represents leads and serves one of the most dynamic industries in the world.

From 57 founding members in 1945, IATA now represents some 240 airlines in over 115 countries from around the globe. Carrying 84% of the world’s air traffic, IATA members include the world’s leading passenger and cargo airlines.

Current IATA members

Who can be an IATA member and what are the requirements?

IATA membership is open to airlines operating both scheduled and non-scheduled services and covers two categories:

• Active membership, for airlines operating either international services or international and domestic services
• Associate membership, for airlines operating domestic services only.

The IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) is a pre-requisite of IATA membership.

What are the benefits? 

IATA provides a powerful, unified and experienced voice which supports and promotes the interests of its members in a number of different ways including:

• International recognition and lobbying
• Targeting key industry priorities
• Driving industry change
• Reducing costs
• Communication
• Training and other services

Cost/ benefits analysis of IATA membership (pdf)

Apply for IATA membership

• Costs
• Application procedure (pdf)