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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the global trade association of airlines. Our ~360 members comprise over 80% of total air traffic.
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At #IATAGMD: Global ✈️ ✈️ industry set for 3.9% net margin in 2026, signaling stabilization despite supply chain hurdles.
Airline margins remain thin despite the value they create by connecting people and economies.
Details: https://bit.ly/4pkULdG
Check out 👇 figures
Airline margins remain thin despite the value they create by connecting people and economies.
Details: https://bit.ly/4pkULdG
Check out 👇 figures
Milan is about to get busy! 🇮🇹
Olympic Winter Games = thousands of visitors in February 2026.
Ticketing data from IATA Direct Data Solutions (DDS) shows big jumps in YoY arrivals at Milan's two main airports from:
Canada +300%
U.S. +141%
China +129%
More about DDS 👇
bit.ly/4g4sRhc
Olympic Winter Games = thousands of visitors in February 2026.
Ticketing data from IATA Direct Data Solutions (DDS) shows big jumps in YoY arrivals at Milan's two main airports from:
Canada +300%
U.S. +141%
China +129%
More about DDS 👇
bit.ly/4g4sRhc
January 12, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Milan is about to get busy! 🇮🇹
Olympic Winter Games = thousands of visitors in February 2026.
Ticketing data from IATA Direct Data Solutions (DDS) shows big jumps in YoY arrivals at Milan's two main airports from:
Canada +300%
U.S. +141%
China +129%
More about DDS 👇
bit.ly/4g4sRhc
Olympic Winter Games = thousands of visitors in February 2026.
Ticketing data from IATA Direct Data Solutions (DDS) shows big jumps in YoY arrivals at Milan's two main airports from:
Canada +300%
U.S. +141%
China +129%
More about DDS 👇
bit.ly/4g4sRhc
A recent study shows using biometric digital ID technology to integrate domestic and international departure passenger flows could save millions and streamline travel, improving passenger satisfaction.
A compelling case for much-needed modernization
👉 https://bit.ly/3LvKQCZ
A compelling case for much-needed modernization
👉 https://bit.ly/3LvKQCZ
January 11, 2026 at 2:08 PM
A recent study shows using biometric digital ID technology to integrate domestic and international departure passenger flows could save millions and streamline travel, improving passenger satisfaction.
A compelling case for much-needed modernization
👉 https://bit.ly/3LvKQCZ
A compelling case for much-needed modernization
👉 https://bit.ly/3LvKQCZ
The air transport industry continues to demonstrate resilience.
In 2026, passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.2 billion and cargo volumes are expected to reach 71.6 million tonnes.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pkULdG
In 2026, passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.2 billion and cargo volumes are expected to reach 71.6 million tonnes.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pkULdG
January 10, 2026 at 9:27 AM
The air transport industry continues to demonstrate resilience.
In 2026, passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.2 billion and cargo volumes are expected to reach 71.6 million tonnes.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pkULdG
In 2026, passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.2 billion and cargo volumes are expected to reach 71.6 million tonnes.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pkULdG
The 14th Edition of IATA's Cargo- XML Toolkit (2026) introduces major updates, pushing the industry further into a fully digital future.
👉 https://bit.ly/49ssH1u
👉 https://bit.ly/49ssH1u
January 9, 2026 at 11:31 AM
The 14th Edition of IATA's Cargo- XML Toolkit (2026) introduces major updates, pushing the industry further into a fully digital future.
👉 https://bit.ly/49ssH1u
👉 https://bit.ly/49ssH1u
November 2025 saw continued strong demand for air travel with YoY growth of 5.7%.
Load factors reached a new record of 83.7% for the month of November.
The backlog of more than 17,000 aircraft offers must be reduced in 2026.
Details 👉 https://bit.ly/4bl034H
Load factors reached a new record of 83.7% for the month of November.
The backlog of more than 17,000 aircraft offers must be reduced in 2026.
Details 👉 https://bit.ly/4bl034H
January 8, 2026 at 12:54 PM
November 2025 saw continued strong demand for air travel with YoY growth of 5.7%.
Load factors reached a new record of 83.7% for the month of November.
The backlog of more than 17,000 aircraft offers must be reduced in 2026.
Details 👉 https://bit.ly/4bl034H
Load factors reached a new record of 83.7% for the month of November.
The backlog of more than 17,000 aircraft offers must be reduced in 2026.
Details 👉 https://bit.ly/4bl034H
Strong momentum maintained by #aircargo in November 2025 according to IATA data.
✅Total demand up 5.5% vs Nov 2024
✅Capacity up 4.7% vs Nov 2024
Demand grew boosted by shippers prioritizing timely delivery in the lead-up to the year-end holiday season 🎁 .
More: bit.ly/4su7SeH
✅Total demand up 5.5% vs Nov 2024
✅Capacity up 4.7% vs Nov 2024
Demand grew boosted by shippers prioritizing timely delivery in the lead-up to the year-end holiday season 🎁 .
More: bit.ly/4su7SeH
January 8, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Strong momentum maintained by #aircargo in November 2025 according to IATA data.
✅Total demand up 5.5% vs Nov 2024
✅Capacity up 4.7% vs Nov 2024
Demand grew boosted by shippers prioritizing timely delivery in the lead-up to the year-end holiday season 🎁 .
More: bit.ly/4su7SeH
✅Total demand up 5.5% vs Nov 2024
✅Capacity up 4.7% vs Nov 2024
Demand grew boosted by shippers prioritizing timely delivery in the lead-up to the year-end holiday season 🎁 .
More: bit.ly/4su7SeH
✈️ 🇵🇭 From connecting islands to powering global trade, air transport is a lifeline for Philippines’ development.
Aviation also provides access to education, friends, families 🫂 and bigger opportunities.
Learn more in our 2023 #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4pjNSbJ
Aviation also provides access to education, friends, families 🫂 and bigger opportunities.
Learn more in our 2023 #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4pjNSbJ
January 7, 2026 at 2:07 AM
✈️ 🇵🇭 From connecting islands to powering global trade, air transport is a lifeline for Philippines’ development.
Aviation also provides access to education, friends, families 🫂 and bigger opportunities.
Learn more in our 2023 #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4pjNSbJ
Aviation also provides access to education, friends, families 🫂 and bigger opportunities.
Learn more in our 2023 #ValueofAviation report👇
bit.ly/4pjNSbJ
Join us in Addis Ababa for IATA’s Focus Africa Conference. Connect with over 300 aviation leaders at the region’s premier event for the ✈️ industry, under the theme 'Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity and Operational Efficiency in Africa'.
Program👇
https://bit.ly/49appB3
Program👇
https://bit.ly/49appB3
January 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Join us in Addis Ababa for IATA’s Focus Africa Conference. Connect with over 300 aviation leaders at the region’s premier event for the ✈️ industry, under the theme 'Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity and Operational Efficiency in Africa'.
Program👇
https://bit.ly/49appB3
Program👇
https://bit.ly/49appB3
What does the future of air travel look like?
IATA's 2025 Global Passenger Survey highlights biometric adoption and mobile reliance as key trends.
Results are based on over 10,000 responses from more than 200 countries.
More on #IATAGPS, including regional preferences
👉 https://bit.ly/4hI55JD
IATA's 2025 Global Passenger Survey highlights biometric adoption and mobile reliance as key trends.
Results are based on over 10,000 responses from more than 200 countries.
More on #IATAGPS, including regional preferences
👉 https://bit.ly/4hI55JD
IATA’s 2025 Global Passenger Survey Reveals Mobile and Digital ID as the Future of Travel
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 and biometric adoption acce...
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January 5, 2026 at 6:07 PM
What does the future of air travel look like?
IATA's 2025 Global Passenger Survey highlights biometric adoption and mobile reliance as key trends.
Results are based on over 10,000 responses from more than 200 countries.
More on #IATAGPS, including regional preferences
👉 https://bit.ly/4hI55JD
IATA's 2025 Global Passenger Survey highlights biometric adoption and mobile reliance as key trends.
Results are based on over 10,000 responses from more than 200 countries.
More on #IATAGPS, including regional preferences
👉 https://bit.ly/4hI55JD
✈️ The 7th edition of the 2026 IATA Baggage Reference Manual is out.
This key resource for anyone working in baggage operations, features updated best practices to help reduce mishandled bags, lower costs, and improve the passenger experience.
👉 https://bit.ly/4jbjkaB
This key resource for anyone working in baggage operations, features updated best practices to help reduce mishandled bags, lower costs, and improve the passenger experience.
👉 https://bit.ly/4jbjkaB
January 4, 2026 at 3:31 PM
✈️ The 7th edition of the 2026 IATA Baggage Reference Manual is out.
This key resource for anyone working in baggage operations, features updated best practices to help reduce mishandled bags, lower costs, and improve the passenger experience.
👉 https://bit.ly/4jbjkaB
This key resource for anyone working in baggage operations, features updated best practices to help reduce mishandled bags, lower costs, and improve the passenger experience.
👉 https://bit.ly/4jbjkaB
Missed a recent Chart of the Week?
Well, it's time to catch up on industry insights from the end of 2025.
The recap covers airline profits, cargo and passenger demand, ticket taxes, emissions in 2024, and more.
Access the full #WeeklyChart archive for detailed analysis
👉 https://bit.ly/3Cf7nQa
Well, it's time to catch up on industry insights from the end of 2025.
The recap covers airline profits, cargo and passenger demand, ticket taxes, emissions in 2024, and more.
Access the full #WeeklyChart archive for detailed analysis
👉 https://bit.ly/3Cf7nQa
January 3, 2026 at 9:26 AM
Missed a recent Chart of the Week?
Well, it's time to catch up on industry insights from the end of 2025.
The recap covers airline profits, cargo and passenger demand, ticket taxes, emissions in 2024, and more.
Access the full #WeeklyChart archive for detailed analysis
👉 https://bit.ly/3Cf7nQa
Well, it's time to catch up on industry insights from the end of 2025.
The recap covers airline profits, cargo and passenger demand, ticket taxes, emissions in 2024, and more.
Access the full #WeeklyChart archive for detailed analysis
👉 https://bit.ly/3Cf7nQa
Despite advances in biometrics & mobile tech, travelers still face fragmented systems and inconsistent standards.
⬇️ blog explores what’s holding back seamless journeys
https://bit.ly/4oJhy2u
⬇️ blog explores what’s holding back seamless journeys
https://bit.ly/4oJhy2u
January 2, 2026 at 1:11 PM
Despite advances in biometrics & mobile tech, travelers still face fragmented systems and inconsistent standards.
⬇️ blog explores what’s holding back seamless journeys
https://bit.ly/4oJhy2u
⬇️ blog explores what’s holding back seamless journeys
https://bit.ly/4oJhy2u
In 2026, airlines are committed to connecting people and economies while driving the sustainability agenda forward.
From flying billions of passengers to investing in sustainable aviation fuels, the journey ahead is about progress and purpose.
Cheers to a New Year in the Skies! ✈️
From flying billions of passengers to investing in sustainable aviation fuels, the journey ahead is about progress and purpose.
Cheers to a New Year in the Skies! ✈️
January 1, 2026 at 12:22 PM
In 2026, airlines are committed to connecting people and economies while driving the sustainability agenda forward.
From flying billions of passengers to investing in sustainable aviation fuels, the journey ahead is about progress and purpose.
Cheers to a New Year in the Skies! ✈️
From flying billions of passengers to investing in sustainable aviation fuels, the journey ahead is about progress and purpose.
Cheers to a New Year in the Skies! ✈️
🛫 Thank you! 🛬
Thank you to everyone around the world who has dedicated themselves to the air transport industry.
Your hard work - every single day and night, year round - is appreciated by billions of people globally. 👏
Thank you to everyone around the world who has dedicated themselves to the air transport industry.
Your hard work - every single day and night, year round - is appreciated by billions of people globally. 👏
December 30, 2025 at 3:45 PM
🛫 Thank you! 🛬
Thank you to everyone around the world who has dedicated themselves to the air transport industry.
Your hard work - every single day and night, year round - is appreciated by billions of people globally. 👏
Thank you to everyone around the world who has dedicated themselves to the air transport industry.
Your hard work - every single day and night, year round - is appreciated by billions of people globally. 👏
🛫 🇴🇲 🛬
Did you know the total economic impact of aviation in Oman includes:
🔵 1.8 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔵17,000 direct jobs in aviation
🔵169,500 tonnes of air cargo transported
Learn more about the #ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/3KUs8Fm
Did you know the total economic impact of aviation in Oman includes:
🔵 1.8 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔵17,000 direct jobs in aviation
🔵169,500 tonnes of air cargo transported
Learn more about the #ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/3KUs8Fm
December 29, 2025 at 6:02 PM
🛫 🇴🇲 🛬
Did you know the total economic impact of aviation in Oman includes:
🔵 1.8 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔵17,000 direct jobs in aviation
🔵169,500 tonnes of air cargo transported
Learn more about the #ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/3KUs8Fm
Did you know the total economic impact of aviation in Oman includes:
🔵 1.8 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔵17,000 direct jobs in aviation
🔵169,500 tonnes of air cargo transported
Learn more about the #ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/3KUs8Fm
🌍 Risks to Watch in 2026
The matrix below orders potential risks with respect to their likelihood of occurrence on the horizontal axis, and the extent of their possible negative impact on the global economy on the vertical axis.
👉 Full report: https://bit.ly/4jjuGtz
The matrix below orders potential risks with respect to their likelihood of occurrence on the horizontal axis, and the extent of their possible negative impact on the global economy on the vertical axis.
👉 Full report: https://bit.ly/4jjuGtz
December 28, 2025 at 3:27 PM
🌍 Risks to Watch in 2026
The matrix below orders potential risks with respect to their likelihood of occurrence on the horizontal axis, and the extent of their possible negative impact on the global economy on the vertical axis.
👉 Full report: https://bit.ly/4jjuGtz
The matrix below orders potential risks with respect to their likelihood of occurrence on the horizontal axis, and the extent of their possible negative impact on the global economy on the vertical axis.
👉 Full report: https://bit.ly/4jjuGtz
As 2025 comes to a close, we are proud to celebrate the 22 airlines that joined the IATA family this year! Our #airlinemembership keeps growing, now reaching 3️⃣6️⃣7️⃣ members worldwide!
Together, let's build a stronger aviation industry! ✈️
➡️ https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Together, let's build a stronger aviation industry! ✈️
➡️ https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
December 27, 2025 at 9:25 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we are proud to celebrate the 22 airlines that joined the IATA family this year! Our #airlinemembership keeps growing, now reaching 3️⃣6️⃣7️⃣ members worldwide!
Together, let's build a stronger aviation industry! ✈️
➡️ https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Together, let's build a stronger aviation industry! ✈️
➡️ https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Did you receive an electronic device as a gift this year?
First off: Lucky you!
But secondly, and more importantly, do you know how to pack it properly when you fly home?
Learn the dos 🔋 and don’ts 🪫 of packing lithium batteries when flying
👉 https://bit.ly/4oiDZuM
First off: Lucky you!
But secondly, and more importantly, do you know how to pack it properly when you fly home?
Learn the dos 🔋 and don’ts 🪫 of packing lithium batteries when flying
👉 https://bit.ly/4oiDZuM
December 26, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Did you receive an electronic device as a gift this year?
First off: Lucky you!
But secondly, and more importantly, do you know how to pack it properly when you fly home?
Learn the dos 🔋 and don’ts 🪫 of packing lithium batteries when flying
👉 https://bit.ly/4oiDZuM
First off: Lucky you!
But secondly, and more importantly, do you know how to pack it properly when you fly home?
Learn the dos 🔋 and don’ts 🪫 of packing lithium batteries when flying
👉 https://bit.ly/4oiDZuM
🎅This season reminds us how aviation connects hearts and horizons. From family reunions to new adventures, the skies are full of possibility. ✈️❤️
💬 Where will your travels take you in 2026?
💬 Where will your travels take you in 2026?
December 25, 2025 at 12:25 PM
🎅This season reminds us how aviation connects hearts and horizons. From family reunions to new adventures, the skies are full of possibility. ✈️❤️
💬 Where will your travels take you in 2026?
💬 Where will your travels take you in 2026?
Season’s Greetings from all of us at IATA! ❄️
To our friends in the #aviation community and beyond, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with laughter, happiness, and safe travels. ✈️
To our friends in the #aviation community and beyond, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with laughter, happiness, and safe travels. ✈️
December 24, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Season’s Greetings from all of us at IATA! ❄️
To our friends in the #aviation community and beyond, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with laughter, happiness, and safe travels. ✈️
To our friends in the #aviation community and beyond, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with laughter, happiness, and safe travels. ✈️
📘 The 7th Edition (2026) of IATA’s Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) guidelines introduces significant updates and amendments to support safer, faster, and more efficient #aircargo operations worldwide.
Learn More 👉 https://bit.ly/3MGYOmp
Learn More 👉 https://bit.ly/3MGYOmp
December 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
📘 The 7th Edition (2026) of IATA’s Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) guidelines introduces significant updates and amendments to support safer, faster, and more efficient #aircargo operations worldwide.
Learn More 👉 https://bit.ly/3MGYOmp
Learn More 👉 https://bit.ly/3MGYOmp
Aviation’s future is being shaped by data, technology, and cybersecurity—and WDS is where the industry comes together to turn challenges into solutions.
📍Join us in Singapore on 8–9 April for the World Data Symposium.
Learn More on #IATAWDS👉 https://bit.ly/4qs4Cid
📍Join us in Singapore on 8–9 April for the World Data Symposium.
Learn More on #IATAWDS👉 https://bit.ly/4qs4Cid
December 22, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Aviation’s future is being shaped by data, technology, and cybersecurity—and WDS is where the industry comes together to turn challenges into solutions.
📍Join us in Singapore on 8–9 April for the World Data Symposium.
Learn More on #IATAWDS👉 https://bit.ly/4qs4Cid
📍Join us in Singapore on 8–9 April for the World Data Symposium.
Learn More on #IATAWDS👉 https://bit.ly/4qs4Cid
Welcome to IATA! Lift Airline is the scheduled airline brand of Global Airways, which also operates ACMI & charter services with a fleet of Airbus A320️.
Launched in 2020, LIFT operates scheduled domestic flights between Johannesburg, Cape Town & Durban, 🇿🇦.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Launched in 2020, LIFT operates scheduled domestic flights between Johannesburg, Cape Town & Durban, 🇿🇦.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
December 22, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Welcome to IATA! Lift Airline is the scheduled airline brand of Global Airways, which also operates ACMI & charter services with a fleet of Airbus A320️.
Launched in 2020, LIFT operates scheduled domestic flights between Johannesburg, Cape Town & Durban, 🇿🇦.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Launched in 2020, LIFT operates scheduled domestic flights between Johannesburg, Cape Town & Durban, 🇿🇦.
https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL
Did you know aviation in Algeria has seen more than 34% cumulative growth in passenger traffic over the past decade?
The total economic impact of aviation in Algeria includes:
🔹 2.1 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔹59,000 jobs
#ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/45bUnGg
The total economic impact of aviation in Algeria includes:
🔹 2.1 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔹59,000 jobs
#ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/45bUnGg
December 21, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Did you know aviation in Algeria has seen more than 34% cumulative growth in passenger traffic over the past decade?
The total economic impact of aviation in Algeria includes:
🔹 2.1 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔹59,000 jobs
#ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/45bUnGg
The total economic impact of aviation in Algeria includes:
🔹 2.1 USD billion contribution to the GDP
🔹59,000 jobs
#ValueOfAviation
👉 https://bit.ly/45bUnGg