A space for airlines to connect, share use cases, and stay informed on AI developments in aviation. Open to IATA member airline professionals only.
What is the AI Network for Airlines?
The AI Network for Airlines is a knowledge-sharing community hosted by IATA, open to data and AI professionals from member airlines. It offers a space to share use cases, exchange insights, and provide feedback on evolving operational needs.
Calls take place quarterly and include webinars, virtual meetups, practical trainings, and moderated discussions. An annual event linked to the World Data Symposium is also foreseen. The network will be regularly updated through a newsletter.
This roadmap outlines the key milestones since the launch of the AI Network for Airlines. It began with community seeding and pilot activities in September 2025, followed by two touchpoint calls on 18 December 2025 and 3 February 2026.
Join Us After WDS
On Friday 10 April 2026, the AI Network for Airlines will host its first in‑person gathering in Singapore, immediately following the IATA World Data Symposium (WDS). This dedicated session is designed for airline data and AI professionals to deepen connections, share practical use cases, and explore responsible AI adoption in aviation. Building on the momentum of WDS, the event will provide a collaborative space to exchange insights, discuss emerging opportunities, and shape the next steps for the Network.
To join the in-person meeting at the IATA World Data Symposium, registration for the AI Network for Airlines is required.

The roadmap will continue to evolve as the community grows and new opportunities emerge.
Who can join?
The network is open exclusively to data and AI professionals directly employed by IATA member airlines.
How it works
The community offers three levels of membership:
- Champion: One lead per airline, acting as main contact and strategic voice
- Associate: Data and AI professionals who wish to actively participate in discussions, events and knowledge sharing
- Observer: Any airline staff interested in following activities and receiving updates without active involvement
There is no cap on total membership, but participation in in-person events may be limited.
Click the link below to register your interest or email us directly to share your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you.
If you have any further questions do not hesitate to get in touch with us.