Source: ALTA The decision by the Republic of Ecuador and its Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) adopt the mutual recognition of Air Operator Certificates (AOCs) for airlines from regional countries whose regulatory processes comply with the standards of the ICAO The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), representing 184 companies in the aviation sector, welcomes the recent decision by the Republic of Ecuador and its Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) to adopt the mutual recognition of Air Operator Certificates (AOCs) for airlines from regional countries whose regulatory frameworks comply with the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This significant milestone was established through Resolution No. 003/2025, which amends the Regulation on Operating Permits for [...]

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is pleased to announce the opening for nominations for the prestigious TIACA Hall of Fame. Following a revision to the nomination process, the updated program aims to enhance inclusivity and transparency, ensuring that the most influential leaders and visionaries in the air cargo industry receive the recognition they deserve. The TIACA Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the development and growth of the air cargo sector. This year's revised program introduces a more streamlined and accessible nomination process, inviting professionals from across the industry to submit candidates who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing air cargo. "The air cargo industry continues to evolve, driven [...]

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 10.0% compared to January 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 7.1% year-on-year. The January load factor was 82.1% (+2.2 ppt compared to January 2024), an all-time high for January. International demand rose 12.4% compared to January 2024. Capacity was up 8.7% year-on-year, and the load factor was 82.6% (+2.7 ppt compared to January 2024), an all-time high for January. Domestic demand rose 6.1% compared to January 2024. Capacity was up 4.5% year-on-year. The load factor was 81.2% (+1.2 ppt compared to January 2024), an all-time high for January. [...]

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 3.2% compared to January 2024 levels (3.6% for international operations) for an 18th consecutive month of growth. Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 6.8% compared to January 2024 (7.3% for international operations). "January marked 18 consecutive months of growth for air cargo, but the month’s 3.2% year-on-year growth is a moderation from double-digit peaks in 2024. Similarly, yields, while still above January 2024 levels, saw a 9.9% decline from December as cargo load factors also declined by an average of 1.5 percentage points. While external factors such as trade growth, [...]

Source: US DOT U.S. Department of Transportation has announced a new plan to supercharge the hiring of air traffic controllers. This announcement followed a tour of the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Academy at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center. During the tour, Secretary Duffy met with FAA officials and academy students to highlight the critical role air traffic controllers play in keeping the American people safe. The new supercharged air traffic controller hiring opportunity will bring more of America's best and brightest into the aviation safety community. More on background on the plan to supercharge Air Traffic Controllers:  The FAA is opening its hiring window to become an air traffic controller for the best and brightest in our country from Thursday, [...]

Source: ALTA This initiative addresses a key reality: Latin America and the Caribbean cannot achieve global decarbonization targets by applying the same strategies used in other parts of the world The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) and consulting firm ICF have signed an agreement to develop a roadmap outlining the path to reducing aviation emissions in the region. This initiative addresses a key reality: Latin America and the Caribbean cannot achieve global decarbonization targets by applying the same strategies used in other parts of the world. The region requires a tailored approach, adapted to its operational, economic, and regulatory characteristics, to ensure that sustainability, connectivity, and access to air transport progress hand in hand. "Building on our [...]