Source: IATA   The International Air Transport Association (IATA) successfully concluded its inaugural World Data Symposium (WDS) with a broad consensus on three key priorities: To use data even more intensely to derive value: With improvements in artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, the contribution of aviation’s rich data collection will drive improvements in efficiency, passenger experience, and sustainability. The industry needs to work together to address the opportunity by establishing clear data ownership structures, investing in new solutions and attracting talent. To innovate by integrating technology solutions: Innovations such as cloud computing, automation, and digital identity are proving their value in improving efficiency while reducing costs. The industry needs to work together to modernize standards and optimize this potential by [...]

Source: Airlines for America Calio holds up a paper strip and floppy discs during the hearing to show the outdated technology air traffic controllers use  Airline Industry Leader Remarks Delivered During the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee Hearing Airlines for America (A4A) President and CEO Nicholas E. Calio today testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Aviation Subcommittee. Calio stressed that an emergency funding package is needed now to make the fundamental changes and investments necessary to correct the current shortcomings of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), including the air traffic controller (ATC) shortage and the FAA’s woefully outdated ATC technology. A4A has been sounding alarm bells about the state of the nation’s ATC system for [...]

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 World Cargo Symposium (WCS)will focus on digitalization, sustainability and safety/security as the key issues in helping the global air cargo industry as it adapts to unfolding geopolitical shifts. "Air cargo demonstrated its resilience in adapting to the post-pandemic world. In 2024, more cargo was transported by air than ever before. But the world is moving at an even faster pace with technological advancements, geopolitical shifts, evolving risks, and changing customer needs. At WCS in Dubai, we’ll collectively take stock of what’s next for air cargo, focusing on digitalization, sustainability, safety/security, and e-commerce. The growing demand for air cargo underscores its critical role," said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General. [...]