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FAA Restores Mexico’s Category 1 Safety Rating

    In a significant development, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reinstated Mexico’s aviation safety rating to Category 1. This pivotal move comes after over two years of rigorous collaboration between the civil aviation authorities of Mexico and the US.

    Reduced Operations at AICM: What Does it Mean for Air Travel in Mexico?

      Flights to Mexico City International Airport (AICM) are about to get more complicated. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) disapproved of the Mexican Government’s decision to reduce flight operations at Mexico City International. The Government reduced the capacity to 43 flight operations per hour. The Airline Association urges the authorities to rethink this decision. IATA says this move will negatively affect passengers, air operations, tourism, connectivity, and Mexico’s competitiveness.

      Airline Workers Take a Stand Against Passenger Assaults: The Assault Won’t Fly Campaign

        In recent times, alarming reports have emerged about assaults on flight attendants. In response to this crisis, flight attendants and other essential airline workers affiliated with the Transport Workers Union (TWU), staged a significant action at Newark Liberty International Airport. This action aimed to raise awareness about the ‘Assault Won’t Fly’ campaign, which targets the increasing incidents of unruly passengers assaulting airline staff.

        Economy Class seats inside the Qatar Airways Airbus A350XWB. © 2015 FCMedia | FlightChic

        Aircraft Cabin Design: What matters most?

        Food, drinks, service, fares, seats, safety? Which matters most to you in the aircraft cabin? What elements of the aircraft cabin interior should airlines focus on to improve the overall passenger experience? Take the survey!

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        Europe’s Tourism Rebound Steams Ahead Into 2023

          As we enter the third quarter of 2023, Europe’s tourism industry continues to demonstrate impressive resilience and rebounding strength, surging forward despite economic challenges. Aided by robust consumer demand, despite enduring inflation and escalating travel costs, Europe’s travel recovery persists, exceeding industry expectations.

          Female and Male Air Traffic Controllers with Headsets Talk in Airport Tower. Office Room is Full of Desktop Computer Displays with Navigation Screens, Airplane Departure and Arrival Data for the Team.

          IATA Calls for Action on European ATC Troubles

            The Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Willie Walsh, calls for action on the performance of European Air Traffic Control (ATC) which has recently come under critical scrutiny as it disrupts summer travels.

            Panoramic aerial view of rural landscape with agricultural lands and fields on a background of cloudy blue sky from the window inside an airplane.

            How Google and the ICCT Plan to Help Airlines Meet their Sustainability Goals

              As part of a significant stride towards fostering sustainable travel, Google has spearheaded the formation of an advisory committee to refine and augment Google’s Travel Impact Model (TIM).

              The search giant aims to offer travelers more precise flight emission estimates and advocate for environmentally-conscious travel decisions. The committee is an amalgamation of climate scientists, academics, and representatives hailing from airlines, airports, and non-profit organizations. Their shared goal is to incorporate the latest scientific data and industry best practices into the TIM.

              IATA and AAHK team up to attract top talent in Hong Kong

                ✈️ IATA is joining forces with the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) to host the Hong Kong Aviation Day on 2-3 August 2023. The event promises to bolster the sector and encourage more people to join the exciting world of aviation.

                FAA trials multi-regional TBO: Advances in flight trajectories can cut aviation’s Carbon Footprint by 10%

                  A new initiative successfully managed flights across countries by predicting aircraft trajectories. The Federal Aviation Administration’s live flight demo included situations and flights between the U.S., Japan, Singapore, and Thailand. Using Trajectory Based Operations (TBO), countries shared aircraft trajectories, and air traffic experts optimized flight paths considering factors like weather and airspace closures.