Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 0.8% compared to June 2024 levels (1.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 1.7% compared to June 2024 (2.8% for international operations). “Overall, air cargo demand grew by a modest 0.8% year-on-year in June, but there are very differing stories behind that number for the industry’s major players. Trade tensions saw North American traffic fall by 8.3% and European growth stagnate at 0.8%. But Asia-Pacific bucked the trend to report a 9.0% expansion. Meanwhile disruptions from military conflict in the Middle East saw the region’s cargo traffic [...]

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.6% compared to June 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was also up 3.4% year-on-year. The June load factor was 84.5% (-0.6 ppt compared to June 2024). International demand rose 3.2% compared to June 2024. Capacity was up 4.2% year-on-year, and the load factor was 84.4% (-0.8 ppt compared to June 2024). Domestic demand increased 1.6% compared to June 2024. Capacity was up 2.1% year-on-year. The load factor was 84.7% (-0.4 ppt compared to June 2024). “In June, demand for air travel grew by 2.6%. That’s a slower pace than [...]

Source: TSA Submissions for Request for Information now open on SAM.gov The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the development and deployment of turnkey solutions for use at airport security checkpoints. The RFI supports TSA's strategic goal to identify innovative, technology-driven solutions that strengthen aviation security and enhance the overall passenger experience. Respondents are encouraged to propose turnkey models, incorporating cutting-edge screening technologies to deliver a curated, secure, customer-centric experience at security checkpoints. "TSA is constantly looking for innovative private sector solutions to enhance security and improve the passenger experience at TSA checkpoints," said TSA Acting Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill. "Homeland Security Secretary Noem recently announced TSA's elimination of the mandate for passengers to [...]

Source: RAA The Regional Airline Association (RAA) released the statement below following Captain Jeffrey Anderson’s nomination to serve as ambassador to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO): “The United States must remain a global leader in aviation safety, and it is essential to have an ICAO Ambassador in place. RAA applauds the nomination of Captain Jeffrey C. Anderson as the U.S. ambassador to the ICAO. Captain Anderson is a U.S. Navy Veteran who brings over three decades of aviation experience. The United States has not had an ambassador to the ICAO since Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger stepped down in June 2022, after completing just six months of his three-year term. Captain Anderson’s military service and rich experience as a pilot and negotiator will ensure [...]

Source: US DOT ‘Let these actions serve as a warning to any country who thinks it can take advantage of the United States.’ U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a slate of America First actions to combat Mexico’s blatant disregard of the 2015 U.S.-Mexico Air Transport Agreement and its ongoing anti-competitive behavior. Mexico has not been in compliance with the bilateral agreement since 2022 when it abruptly rescinded slots and then forced U.S. all-cargo carriers to relocate operations. Mexico claimed it was to allow for construction to alleviate congestion at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) that has yet to materialize three years later. By restricting slots and mandating that all-cargo operations move out of MEX, Mexico has broken its [...]

Source: ALTA In May 2025, 37.76 million passengers traveled across Latin America and the Caribbean—a 2.6% year-over-year increase, with 959,000 additional passengers. Growth continued but at a slower pace than in previous months (5.3% in April, 4.0% in March, 5.0% in February) According to ALTA's Traffic Report, in May 2025, 37.76 million passengers traveled across Latin America and the Caribbean—a 2.6% year-over-year increase, with 959,000 additional passengers. Growth continued but at a slower pace than in previous months (5.3% in April, 4.0% in March, 5.0% in February). Brazil and Argentina drove regional growth Brazil posted its highest-ever domestic traffic for a month of May, with 8.2 million passengers—6.3% above the previous May record (2015) and 14% higher than May 2024. [...]

Source: TSA New initiative enhances the checkpoint experience for families traveling this summer  US Department of Homeland Security Secretary Noem announced the "Families on the Fly" campaign Thursday, the latest TSA initiative designed to enhance hospitality for families during the airport security screening experience.  "DHS and TSA are committed to making the airport security experience as smooth and stress-free as possible for traveling families," said Senior Official Performing the Duties of Deputy TSA Administrator Adam Stahl. "The Families on the Fly campaign, being rolled out at select airports, aims to mitigate the unique challenges families face when traveling and minimize stress while maintaining the highest level of security." "Families on the Fly" benefits for families include:   Dedicated family lanes [...]