Source: ICAO ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event results in at least 440 new or updated agreements, accelerating progress towards safe and sustainable global air transport ICAO Member States have now reported reaching 440 new and updated bilateral and multilateral agreements at the International Civil Aviation Organization Air Services Negotiation Event 2025 (ICAN 2025). These agreements are expected to support the implementation of the outcomes of the 42nd ICAO Assembly, which last month adopted a new suite of Resolutions supporting the ICAO 2050 Vision. The Resolutions provided the foundation and direction for this year's negotiations, ensuring that new agreements reflect the latest global priorities. Concluding on 17 November 2025, the five-day event was hosted by the Dominican Republic and involved 87 [...]

Source: ICAO Data sent autonomously by distressed aircraft integrated into global search and rescue coordination network by ICAO, EUROCONTROL, and French Mission Control Centre (FMCC) Autonomous Distress Tracking (ADT) data from aircraft worldwide is now being fed into the global Location of an Aircraft in Distress Repository (LADR), thanks to a new sophisticated technical connection announced today by ICAO, EUROCONTROL, and the French Mission Control Centre (MCC.) "We have achieved a significant step forward in strengthening the international community's ability to track aircraft in distress and respond swiftly and effectively to emergency situations worldwide," remarked ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar. The LADR is a secure, web-based platform that forms a core component of ICAO's Global Aeronautical Distress and Safety [...]

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is proud to announce that it has surpassed 500 members worldwide, marking a major milestone in the association's growth and continued mission to represent and unite all sectors of the global air cargo industry. This achievement reflects TIACA's expanding influence and commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development across the air cargo ecosystem. Members now represent a diverse cross-section of the industry, including airlines, airports, ground handlers, freight forwarders, GSSAs, shippers, logistics providers, technology innovators, drone operators, industry suppliers, and government agencies, from every region of the world. "Reaching over 500 members is a clear sign that the global air cargo community values TIACA's work and believes in our mission," said Glyn Hughes, TIACA Director General. "Our growing [...]

Source: Airlines 4 America The following statement is attributable to Airlines for America (A4A): On behalf of every American traveler and shipper, Airlines for America is grateful that the Senate is considering a bipartisan agreement to reopen the federal government and pay the essential air traffic controllers, TSA and CBP officers for the essential work they do every day. At a time of record air travel and increased reliance on cargo shipments, it is more important than ever to ensure that our nation’s airspace is safe, reliable and open. Now that the continuing resolution (CR)/minibus package has been offered, we strongly encourage the Senate to pass it swiftly and send it to the House with urgency. About Airlines 4 America Airlines [...]