Source: ICAO Supported by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the global aviation sector has continued its efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The 2024 ICAO Long-Term Aspirational Goal (LTAG) Stocktaking, ICAO's sixth such event, brought together close to 400 participants last week to exchange expertise, showcase successful projects, and identify priorities in response to the urgent need for action on decarbonization in the aviation sector. The four-day event, held at ICAO's Montréal Headquarters, featured 90 panelists representing a diverse range of stakeholders including governments, aviation and energy sectors, research institutions, start-ups, financial institutions, and civil society organizations. "We gather to address one of aviation's most significant challenges: achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. We are here to [...]

Source: IATA   The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the results of its 2025 Global Passenger Survey (GPS), highlighting two key trends that are redefining the passenger travel experience: Mobile Reliance Rising: More travelers are managing every stage of their journey using smartphones. Biometric Adoption Accelerating: Use of biometrics and digital identity is expanding to enable more seamless airport processing, and travelers like it. “Passengers want to manage their travel the same way they manage many other aspects of their lives—on their smartphones and using digital ID. As experience grows with digital processes from booking to baggage claim, the message that travelers are sending in this year’s GPS is clear: they like it, and they want more of it. [...]

Source: CANSO The CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Award for Excellence 2025 was presented to Empresa Cubana de Navegación Aérea (ECNA), the country's national air navigation service provider (ANSP) in recognition of its outstanding achievement, innovation, and leadership in aviation safety. This award honours ANSPs that demonstrate excellence in enhancing safety performance and culture within the air navigation services community in the Latin America and Caribbean region. As Javier Vanegas, Director Latin America and Caribbean Affairs commented: "ANSPs are the custodians of airspace. ECNA's submission stood out for its exceptional commitment to operational safety, marked by measurable results and strong regional collaboration." The organisation has achieved a 60 per cent reduction in Air Traffic Services (ATS) incidents, advanced its Safety [...]

Source: CANSO The Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) Latin America and Caribbean Conference 2025 opened in Panama City, Panama, hosted by the Autoridad Aeronáutica Civil de Panamá (AAC Panama). The event brings together air traffic management leaders, regulators, and aviation professionals from across the Latin America and Caribbean region and beyond. Over three days, participants will be sharing experiences and discuss how to strengthen the region's airspace through collaboration, innovation, and leadership. The conference provides a platform for leaders across the region to engage in discussions on the challenges and opportunities facing air traffic management in Latin America and the Caribbean, including safety, operational efficiency, sustainability, and new technologies. At the event, industry leaders will work together on practical [...]