Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) encourages both the US and Mexican governments to engage in direct dialogue in order to resolve the current issues related to the bilateral air services agreement between the two countries. The US Department of Transport issued a statement on 19 July 2025, outlining what it considers abuse of the current agreement and anti-competitive behavior. “The US-Mexican aviation market is one of the largest between neighboring countries in the world and a key driver for both economies. We are hopeful that both sides will engage in direct dialogue to seek balanced and constructive solutions for all involved”, said Peter Cerda, IATA’s Regional Vice President for the Americas. IATA has been liaising with the [...]

Source: ALPA The Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), issued the following statement after Jeffrey Anderson was nominated to serve as ambassador to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO): “The United States is the world’s leader in aviation safety, and the ICAO Ambassador is critical to America maintaining its global leadership role. Unfortunately, the Administration’s nominee is unqualified to fulfill this mission. “Unlike the last Senate confirmed ICAO Ambassador, Capt. Sully Sullenberger, Mr. Anderson fails the basic experience and qualifications test and could set back America’s aviation leadership for years to come. In fact, it appears that Mr. Anderson’s only real qualification for the post is his support of a position—raising the mandatory pilot retirement age—that would leave the United [...]

Source: TSA Passengers can now keep their shoes on at TSA security checkpoints Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a new policy which will allow passengers traveling through domestic airports to keep their shoes on while passing through security screening at TSA checkpoints. The new policy will increase hospitality for travelers and streamline the TSA security checkpoint process, leading to lower wait times. "Ending the 'Shoes-Off' policy is the latest effort DHS is implementing to modernize and enhance traveler experience across our nation's airports," said Secretary Noem. "We expect this change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience. As always, security remains our top priority. Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security [...]

Source: ACI-LAC Coordinated efforts to ensure regional airports serve as a catalyst for economic growth across the region. The Airports Council International – Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) held today the first edition of ACI Airport Day Mexico, an unprecedented event that brought together in the nation’s capital leaders from the airport sector, aviation authorities, regional operators, and international experts. Organized in collaboration with Mexico’s Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transport (SICT) and Aeropuertos y Servicios Auxiliares (ASA), the event focused on the transformation and strengthening of Mexico’s regional airports, as well as their impact on connectivity, tourism, and the economic development of communities. During the opening ceremony, Carlos Manuel Merino Campos, Director General of ASA, welcomed attendees and [...]

Source: ALTA Jorge Chávez Airport’s New Terminal Positions Peru as a Strategic Hub in Latin America The city of Lima has been chosen to host two of the most important aviation events in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2025: ALTA Aviation Law Americas, to be held from September 17 to 19, and the ALTA AGM & Airline Leaders Forum, from October 19 to 21. Both events – organized by the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) – will bring together senior airline executives, government authorities, manufacturers, airport operators, legal experts, and other key players in the aviation industry. The agenda for ALTA Aviation Law Americas 2025 will address crucial topics shaping the legal and regulatory landscape of [...]