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IATA Releases SAF Accounting and Reporting Methodology

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its methodology for accounting and reporting the emissions reduction associated with the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by airlines. SAF is an essential component of airline plans to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The IATA methodology fulfils the critical need to ensure that SAF’s contribution to aviation’s decarbonization is accurately, consistently, and transparently accounted. The publication of the IATA SAF accounting and reporting methodology is a critical step in the preparation of the IATA SAF Registry which is scheduled to launch in April 2025. The IATA SAF Registry is expected to play a key role in creating a functioning global SAF market. “The IATA methodology will provide a consistent [...]

2025-02-03T07:35:31+02:00February 3rd, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Empowering Air Navigation Services: CANSO Standard of Excellence in Human Performance Management updated

Source: CANSO CANSO has published the latest edition of the Standard of Excellence in Human Performance Management (HPM). This major update reflects the culmination of five years of successful implementation and testing, as well as insights from a comprehensive post-COVID survey into organisational human performance programs. This updated framework provides air navigation service providers (ANSPs) with actionable guidance to assess, develop, and mature their human performance management programs. Unlike traditional approaches that often integrate human performance within safety management, this Standard emphasises the need for organisations to view human performance as a distinct, critical enabler of operational efficiency, adaptability, and resilience. “Air traffic management is undergoing a transformation with the introduction of new technologies, automation, and evolving airspace users,” said [...]

2025-02-03T08:36:05+02:00February 3rd, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Canada marks one year since introduction of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program

Source: Air Canada One year ago, Air Canada became the first airline in North America to adopt the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. The globally recognized initiative employs the use of a discreet sunflower symbol that a person can voluntarily use to signal they have a non-visible disability which may not be immediately apparent, such as autism or chronic pain. This program is strictly voluntary and is one tool among many to provide comfort and reassurance to customers who choose it. In the year since Air Canada introduced the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, an additional 11 Canadian Airports have joined the initiative to ensure more customers benefit from using the symbol to smooth their travel experience. Last month, as part of initiatives [...]

2025-01-31T10:53:11+02:00January 31st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

IATA: Global Air Passenger Demand Reaches Record High in 2024

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released 2024 full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance showing record high demand. Total full-year traffic in 2024 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 10.4% compared to 2023. This was 3.8% above pre-pandemic (2019) levels. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 8.7% in 2024. The overall load factor reached 83.5%, a record for full-year traffic. International full-year traffic in 2024 increased 13.6% compared to 2023, and capacity rose 12.8%. Domestic full-year traffic for 2024 rose 5.7% compared to the prior year, while capacity expanded by 2.5%. December 2024 was a strong finish to the year with overall demand rising 8.6% year-on-year, and capacity grew by 5.6%. [...]

2025-01-31T11:07:52+02:00January 31st, 2025|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

ATR and France Travail Strengthen Partnership to Boost Employment in the Aviation Industry

Source: ATR We have joined forces with France Travail, formerly known as Pôle Emploi, to unlock career opportunities and support professional development in the aviation sector through innovative and inclusive initiatives. This partnership, announced in the presence of Joseph Carles, Mayor of Blagnac, highlights the vital role of local leadership and collaboration in driving impactful workforce initiatives. France Travail is the French public service dedicated to employment; its primary mission being connecting job seekers with potential employers. With a network of 55,000 employees and 900 agencies, France Travail is uniquely positioned to meet the aviation sector’s evolving workforce needs while creating meaningful opportunities for job seekers. Building on a Strong Foundation Building on a successful relationship established in 2023, this [...]

2025-01-31T10:47:49+02:00January 31st, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

European Aviation Industry publishes toolkit to fast-track Sustainable Fuel production in Europe and accelerate decarbonisation

Source ACI Europe Key players in Europe's aviation industry, including airlines, airports and manufacturers* have outlined to EU policymakers seven critical measures to stimulate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production in Europe and overcome the challenges facing the European SAF industry. The measures are contained in a new report from global advisory firm ICF and should form part of a dedicated EU SAF industrial strategy. The European Commission's planned Clean Industrial Deal and Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP) are ideal opportunities to put the measures into practice. The report, jointly commissioned by six industry bodies, highlights how current projections for SAF production in Europe fall short of ambitions and are made worse by industrial strategies in other countries, such as the [...]

2025-01-31T11:00:46+02:00January 31st, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

Airbus and U.S. Coast Guard sign support agreement for MH-65 fleet

Source: Airbus Airbus Helicopters has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to continue providing support for the service’s fleet of MH-65 Dolphin helicopters through 2037. The agreement reaffirms Airbus Helicopters’ commitment to ensuring the mission readiness of the USCG’s fleet as it performs critical search and rescue, law enforcement, and disaster response missions. Under the terms of the MOU, Airbus Helicopters will deliver enhanced maintenance, spare parts, and technical support to optimize the performance and availability of the MH-65 fleet. The agreement also includes provisions for fleet modernization and engineering services to extend the operational life of the aircraft. “The U.S. Coast Guard’s MH-65 helicopters are at the forefront of safeguarding our nation’s [...]

2025-01-31T10:42:17+02:00January 31st, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

airBaltic and Uruguay’s SUA Líneas Aéreas Enter a Strategic Partnership in Latin America

Source: Air Baltic The Latvian national airline airBaltic and SUA Líneas Aéreas, a new Latin American startup airline, have entered a strategic partnership. As part of the agreement, airBaltic plans to wet lease up to five of its Airbus A220-300 aircraft to SUA starting October 2025, as well as to support SUA in such areas as operational set-up, pilot training, know-how sharing, IT and automation, and the airline’s sustainability initiatives. Martin Gauss, President and CEO of airBaltic: “Collaborating with SUA Líneas Aéreasrepresents a unique opportunity to bring airBaltic’s expertise in operating the Airbus A220-300 to a new region. This partnership reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and improving air connectivity globally. We are looking forward to supporting SUA in their [...]

2025-01-30T08:34:47+02:00January 30th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

JetBlue and Barclays Launch Premier Credit Card Packed with Premium Travel Benefits

Source: JetBlue JetBlue’s first-ever premium credit card offers lounge access, priority boarding, free checked bags and more Available for applications today, the Premier Card launches with a limited time offer to boost TrueBlue® points and tiles toward Mosaic status JetBlue has announced the launch of the JetBlue Premier World Elite Mastercard® , issued by Barclays US Consumer Bank, designed to unlock incredible value for frequent travelers and everyday spenders. With elite benefits, such as complimentary lounge access, the Premier Card makes the JetBlue experience more rewarding than ever before. Customers can apply for the JetBlue Premier Card and take advantage of a limited-time offer: 70,000 TrueBlue points and 5 tiles toward Mosaic qualification after spending $5,000 in the first three [...]

2025-01-30T08:23:38+02:00January 30th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

NY & NJ Port Authority’s Commercial Airports Record Busiest Year Ever For Second Consecutive Year

Source: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Total 2024 Passenger Count of 145.9 Million Surpasses 2023 as Busiest Year Ever at John F. Kennedy International, LaGuardia, Newark Liberty International, and New York Stewart International Airports International Travel Demand Continues to Grow, Exceeding Pre-Pandemic Levels Record-Breaking 2024 Capped by Record-Breaking December and Holiday Travel Unprecedented Demand Met by Port Authority’s Transformation of All Three Major Airports with Larger, Award-Winning State-of-the-Art Terminals The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced that 2024 marked the busiest year ever at the agency’s commercial airports, surpassing the previous record set the prior year as travelers enjoyed increased capacity and premium amenities provided by the Port Authority’s growing number of modern, [...]

2025-01-30T08:33:48+02:00January 30th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|