Source: ICAO The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Facilitation Conference concluded last week in Doha, Qatar, with the adoption of the Doha Declaration on Facilitation of International Air Transport, establishing a framework to transform global air travel as the industry prepares for unprecedented growth. The four-day Conference, hosted by the Government of Qatar, gathered more than 2,000 delegates from 138 States and 17 International Organizations, under the theme "Collaboration, Efficiency, and Inclusivity." "Today marks a pivotal moment in aviation history," said ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano. "The Doha Declaration establishes a framework for addressing emerging challenges while setting a clear strategic direction for facilitation in civil aviation. This represents our strategy toward a more efficient, inclusive, and sustainable aviation system [...]

Source: UAE GCAA The GCAA is the first civil aviation authority globally to develop regulatory standards for hybrid infrastructure—a pioneering framework designed to support the safe, interoperable, and efficient operation of both helicopters and eVTOLs  The hybrid Heliport will serve as a key launch point for the Abu Dhabi Air Taxi service, planned for rollout by 2026, connecting key locations across the city with quiet and efficient air mobility solutions.  In a significant move for the global aviation industry, the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has granted a Design Acceptance for the country’s first hybrid Heliport at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal at Zayed Port, as part of the visionary Abu Dhabi Air Taxi project. Developed in strategic collaboration [...]

Source: ACI-LAC In an effort to strengthen air connectivity, enhance competitiveness, and foster economic development in the region, Airports Council International – Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) has published a study on the current state of air transport liberalization in Latin America and the Caribbean. This analysis, conducted by NACO – Netherlands Airport Consultants, examines key challenges and seeks to promote a regional strategy aimed at improving air connectivity, economic growth, and the competitiveness of the region’s airports. Context and Relevance of the Study Air transport is a cornerstone of both global and regional economies, connecting communities, driving tourism, and enabling trade. However, airports and airlines in the region face multiple barriers that limit their ability to attract new [...]

Source: ICAO Representatives from some 80 States cooperated towards more efficient air cargo operations, digital integration, and emissions reduction at the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) inaugural Global Air Cargo Summit, which concluded last week in Türkiye. The three-day event, held in Antalya, brought together over 600 participants. It was hosted by the Turkish Directorate General of Civil Aviation, with MNG Airlines as the key sponsor. The Summit provided a unique forum for collaborative discussions amongst stakeholders from across the air cargo value chain, including regulators, airlines, airports, freight forwarders, customs authorities, and international organizations. "Today, air cargo remains the top choice for the transport of high-value goods. While only half a percent of international trade moves by air in [...]