Source: ACI NA Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) President and CEO Kevin M. Burke issued the following statement on the confirmation of Alan Davidson to be the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information for the Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration.  ACI-NA is the trade association representing commercial service airports in the United States and Canada. “Mr. Davidson’s confirmation comes at a critical time as we look toward the deployment of 5G nationwide on January 19.  U.S. airports are very concerned about the impacts that C-band 5G operations will have on travelers, shippers, and communities because of uncertainty about how new operations and flight restrictions might lead to widespread disruptions when C-band 5G operations commence.  [...]

Fuente: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in air travel continued in November 2021, prior to the emergence of Omicron. International demand sustained its steady upward trend as more markets reopened. Domestic traffic, however, weakened, largely owing to strengthened travel restrictions in China. Because comparisons between 2021 and 2020 monthly results are distorted by the extraordinary impact of COVID-19, unless otherwise noted all comparisons are to November 2019, which followed a normal demand pattern. Total demand for air travel in November 2021 (measured in revenue passenger-kilometers or RPKs) was down 47.0% compared to November 2019. This marked an uptick compared to October's 48.9% contraction from October 2019. Domestic air travel deteriorated slightly in November after [...]

Source: EASA The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has published a guidance document with respect to the carriage of electronic documents for aviation purposes. Increased digitalisation has radically transformed many established processes and practices. The aviation sector is no exception to this and is already a big user of digital data and processes. With the advent of electronic solutions, such as the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), many of the paper-based documents found in an aircraft, such as manuals or charts, are already carried in a digital format. Aircraft involved in international operations are additionally required to carry originals or copies of certificates and other legal documents. However, ensuring that the correct and updated documents are on board the aircraft can be [...]

Source: ALPA, Int'l The United Master Executive Council (MEC) of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) announced it has elected Capt. Mike Hamilton, a 25-year veteran of United Airlines, as the new MEC chair to lead their more than 13,500 pilots. Capt. Hamilton, a Boeing 767 pilot based in Denver, will succeed Capt. Todd Insler, who has served three terms as chair of the United MEC. Capt. Hamilton is currently the MEC executive administrator and is serving his sixth term as an ALPA executive vice president. Capt. Tom Murphy, a Boeing 777 pilot, was reelected vice chair; Capt. Mike Harrison, a Boeing 777 pilot, was elected treasurer; and F/O Paul Ryder, a Boeing 767 pilot, was elected secretary. The [...]

Source: UK CAA The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is creating a new Environmental Sustainability Panel. The panel will act as an expert 'critical friend' of the organisation and will provide technical advice to make sure environmental and sustainability interests are properly considered when the CAA is working to improve aviation’s sustainability. The CAA has today begun an open application process to select members for the new panel. The panel’s key activities include: Provision of expert technical advice to support the CAA’s environmental roles, or on specific tasks as requested by the CAA Helping the CAA to understand and take account of environmental interests and impacts in its regulatory policy and framework. Supporting progress towards the CAA’s strategic focus on [...]

Source: FAA General aviation pilots who want to fly in Los Angeles airspace between Feb. 6 – 14, 2022, must follow special air traffic procedures, temporary flight restrictions and other operational requirements that will be in effect for Super Bowl LVI. The FAA will issue a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) about the procedures for the game and specific arrival and departure route requirements for jet and turboprop aircraft. Pilots can familiarize themselves with a number of Los Angeles-area airports through the FAA’s From the Flight Deck video series. These videos show actual runway approach and airport taxiway footage captured with flight deck mounted cameras, combined with diagrams and visual graphics to clearly identify hot spots and other safety-sensitive items. The FAA [...]

Source: ALTA The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) is pleased to announce that Aviation Services Management (ASM) joins its leading group of affiliated companies. ASM was founded in 1998 in the UK and currently has more than 3,000 locations globally to provide competitive and flexible in house and third-party services that include comprehensive flight support, fuel, and the private charter services on its own fleet of Learjet 60 & 60XR aircraft, with the recognition from NBAA, EBAA, AsBAA, RUBAA and IATA. “I am thrilled to welcome Aviation Services Management (ASM) as the first new affiliate member of 2022. ASM’s extensive experience delivering services for general and commercial aviation will bring important value to the initiatives we develop [...]

Source: IATA Latin American carriers reported a decline of 13.6% in international cargo volumes in November compared to the 2019 period. This was the weakest performance of all regions and a significant deterioration from the previous month’s performance (-5.6%). Capacity in November was down 20.1% on pre-crisis levels. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air cargo markets showing slower growth in November 2021. Supply chain disruptions and capacity constraints impacted demand, despite economic conditions remaining favorable for the sector. As comparisons between 2021 and 2020 monthly results are distorted by the extraordinary impact of COVID-19, unless otherwise noted, all comparisons below are to November 2019 which followed a normal demand pattern. + Global demand, measured in cargo [...]

Source: TSA There are a handful of actions that travelers can take in an effort to get through Transportation Security Administration (TSA) airport checkpoints during the pandemic in ways that may help reduce the likelihood of contracting COVID-19. While security is TSA’s top priority, the health and safety of TSA employees and the traveling public is of utmost importance. TSA remains in close communication with medical professionals, the CDC, and various government agencies as we continue to carry out its security mission during the pandemic. Here are a few suggestions that TSA Federal Security Directors want to share with travelers who are scheduled to fly during the pandemic. John Bambury, TSA Federal Security Director for John F. Kennedy International Airport: “You’ve [...]

Source: FAA If you’re an experienced air traffic controller eager to put your talents to use, consider applying for a job with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA is providing a window of opportunity for experienced air traffic controllers to apply for positions from Jan. 7 until Jan. 13. The announcement is open to candidates who have maintained at least 52 consecutive weeks of air traffic control experience involving the full-time active separation of air traffic. The candidate must have an air traffic control certification or facility rating within five years of application while serving at any of the following: An FAA air traffic control facility. A Department of Defense civilian or military air traffic control facility. A tower [...]