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Reuters • Tim Hepher

IATA Warns Aviation Sector Lags on Net-Zero Targets by 2050

Global airlines, through their main trade body IATA, have highlighted concerns over the slow progress in achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The warning is directed towards oil companies and other aviation stakeholders for not accelerating efforts to reduce carbon emissions.

2025-04-02T04:22:53.774406-07:00

The Guardian

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

FlightGlobal

Air India Confirms Landmark Order for 100 Airbus Jets

2024-12-09T03:19:40.268204-08:00

AeroTime

UK Government Endorses Controversial Heathrow Third Runway

2025-01-29T03:12:30.612089-08:00

IATA News Timeline

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IATA Warns Aviation Sector Lags on Net-Zero Targets by 2050 Global airlines, through their main trade body IATA, have highlighted concerns over the slow progress in achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The warning is directed towards oil companies and other aviation stakeholders for not accelerating efforts to reduce carbon emissions.

2025-04-02T04:22:53.774406-07:00

IATA Warns Aviation Sector Lags on Net-Zero Targets by 2050

Royal Aeronautical Society

Aircraft Contrail Management Key to Reducing Aviation Climate Impact A recent joint workshop by the RAeS and IATA explored strategies for managing aircraft contrails to mitigate aviation's climate impact. The discussion focused on contrail management as an essential component in achieving net zero by 2050, alongside solutions like eco-friendly fuels.

2025-03-25T02:03:24.801551-07:00

Aircraft Contrail Management Key to Reducing Aviation Climate Impact

CAPA

IATA's CADO to Oversee SAF Registry for Decarbonization The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO) as a nonprofit entity to manage its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry. CADO will ensure transparency and inclusivity among stakeholders in the sustainable aviation fuel market.

2025-03-24T17:20:01.344547-07:00

IATA's CADO to Oversee SAF Registry for Decarbonization

northafricapost.com

IATA Endorses Morocco's 2030 Strategy to Become Major Aviation Hub IATA has praised Morocco's 'Airports Strategy 2030' which aims to modernize airport infrastructure and enhance the passenger experience. With aviation contributing $11.2 billion and 856,000 jobs in 2023, the strategy includes Royal Air Maroc's plan to expand its fleet significantly.

2025-03-23T10:53:44.561138-07:00

IATA Endorses Morocco's 2030 Strategy to Become Major Aviation Hub

The Guardian

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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

Aviation Week

IATA Advocates for Swift Digital Identity Adoption in Aviation During the Sydney Leaders Week Conference, IATA urged industry stakeholders to prioritize implementing digital identity technologies. These initiatives aim to bolster aviation security and streamline passenger processing, receiving widespread support among leading government and industry figures in the aviation sector.

2025-03-19T09:57:23.526189-07:00

IATA Advocates for Swift Digital Identity Adoption in Aviation

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Singapore Airlines and Scoot Enforce Power Bank Restriction Starting April 1 Beginning April 1, 2025, Singapore Airlines and its budget carrier Scoot will prohibit the use of power banks to charge devices during flights. This move aligns with industry safety protocols, joining several Asian carriers in mitigating lithium battery fire risks.

2025-03-12T02:07:46.898077-07:00

Singapore Airlines and Scoot Enforce Power Bank Restriction Starting April 1

stattimes.com

Air Cargo Drives Fourfold Increase in Global Flower Exports According to IATA, air-transported global flower exports surged to $3.7 billion in 2024, marking a significant growth from $852 million in 2003. This highlights the critical role air cargo plays in expanding global trade, particularly in perishable goods like flowers.

2025-03-07T08:24:34.795027-08:00

Air Cargo Drives Fourfold Increase in Global Flower Exports