Today is World Cities Day! More than 35 million flights operate each year, serving over 67,000 routes — linking around 21,000 unique city pairs! Find out more how aviation connects the world's cities: www.aviationbenefits.org #WorldCitiesDay #AviationBenefits

#MemberSpotlight 🔦 – #Airbus and the @cathaypacific have announced a joint investment of up to US$70 million to accelerate the development of #SAF production in Asia and globally. Find out more ➡️ aviationbenefits.org/newswire/202... Photo: Airbus

Europe’s #ReFuelEU Aviation regulation aims to help the aviation industry decarbonise, but as Montserrat Barriga of the European Regions Airline Association points out, the way it’s being implemented could harm the very airlines that keep Europe’s remote communities connected. ataglink.org/4hcew43

NEW BLOG! 🗞️ Reflections from Montréal Three years after @icao Member States committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, this year’s 42nd ICAO Assembly marked an important moment of reflection and action. ataglink.org/4q1qG3K

In case you missed it... Last week, the Emerging Leaders in Sustainable Aviation (ELSA) network was launched at the @icao.int Innovation Fair, surrounded by industry peers and supporters. Watch some of the highlights from the launch below. Want to join ELSA? Go to: www.elsa-network.org

Today is #WorldTourismDay! Did you know that 58% of all intl tourists travel to their destinations by air? Without the connectivity provided by flight, many countries that rely on a steady inflow of tourists would not be able to enjoy their present levels of economic growth. #AviationBenefits

The global aviation industry is aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and analysis shows that the global air transport industry plays a role in supporting most of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – some examples ⬇️ #AviationBenefits

The 42nd @icao.int Assembly is underway in #Montréal. 🇺🇳 🇨🇦 With strong industry support, #ICAO has already helped unite governments behind the common goal of net zero carbon emissions with key initiatives: #ICAOAssembly #A42 #ICAO42

ATAG is joining the International Aviation Climate Ambition Coalition (#IACAC) 2050 is just 25 years away, and the next 5 years will be critical to set the right policy foundations for net zero aviation. @icao.int provides the building blocks, but national action is essential. ataglink.org/3W53fIQ

The Emerging Leaders in Sustainable Aviation (ELSA) is live! ELSA will serve as a platform for a global community of young professionals who want to shape the #future of #aviation and help the industry reach #netzero carbon emissions by 2050 and beyond. ➡️ Learn more: www.elsa-network.org

Next week, the 42nd @icao.int Assembly will kick off in #Montréal. Read the latest blog of ATAG's Exec Director on why collaboration is the make-or-break factor for aviation’s climate transition: ataglink.org/3K8hSbM #ICAOA42 #ICAOAssembly

What will the future of aviation look like? Don't miss the next webinar on "The economic impact of aviation and the future of air transport" by ENAC Alumni & ATAG. Join us this Wednesday at 6:30pm CEST. Register now: www.alumni.enac.fr/en/agenda/th...

Today’s United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation reminds us of the role of aviation in powering economic development across the Global South. 🌏 Routes from Asia-Pacific and Africa to the Middle East saw growth of more than 40%! Want to learn more? Go to: www.aviationbenefits.org

#MemberSpotlight: ATR has been selected by the EU's Clean Aviation programme to lead two low-emission projects. ATR will be the first manufacturer worldwide to fly a hybrid-electric regional aircraft by 2030, using an ATR 72-600 flying test bed. ➡️ Learn more: ataglink.org/41ME7Kt Photo: ATR

✈️ The future of aviation is being reshaped by the sector's goal to reach #netzero carbon emissions by 2050. Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) lies at the heart of this process. In this video, ATAG's Executive Director shares how SAF is accelerating the industry’s decarbonisation. #SAF #NetZero

Don’t miss the next webinar on 17 September 2025 about the future of flight: innovation, the aviation workforce of tomorrow and air transport’s #netzero transition. Register now: www.alumni.enac.fr/en/agenda/th...

Last Monday wasn’t your usual start of the week: an @airfrance.bsky.social A220-300, freshly delivered from #Airbus Canada’s Mirabel facility, landed in Paris powered by a 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) blend. 🔗 Learn more: ataglink.org/4g65hBN #MemberSpotlight #NetZero

Join us for the upcoming webinar co-hosted by ATAG and #ENAC Alumni: The economic impact of aviation & the future of air transport. We’ll explore how aviation drives growth and jobs and the skills needed as the sector moves towards #netzero. ➡️ ataglink.org/4mAIRLx #Aviation #AviationBenefits

Today is World Humanitarian Day! The #UN Humanitarian Air Service (#UNHAS) transports food and urgent relief items to those in need in the world’s most remote locations, in the midst of conflict and disasters. Find out more ⬇️ www.wfp.org/unhas

#Hydrogen could be a game changer for the future of aviation! 🛫 Power-to-liquid (PtL) fuels use hydrogen to transform captured carbon dioxide into synthetic jet fuel. 🪝 But here’s the catch: hydrogen quality varies, and cost remains a major hurdle. Learn more below:

The latest episode of @icao.int Explained explores initiatives like the "No Country Left Behind" programme, technical cooperation projects, and fellowships that strengthen aviation infrastructure and workforce development worldwide. Learn more: bit.ly/45tpZH0

🍲 🗑️ Did you know that food waste can be converted into #SAF? It reduces lifecycle emissions, cuts down organic waste, and helps meet the rising demand for SAF.The hurdle lies in scaling up and overcoming logistics, securing feedstock supplies, and bridging the economics. #NetZero #Aviation

🇨🇴 Colombia has become a regional leader in the development of SAF! With the country’s first #SAF production facility launched & ambitious goals set in its National SAF Roadmap, Colombia is setting the tone for Latin America’s role in powering the future. 🔗 Read more: ataglink.org/4mqIS4d

ATAG’s Executive Director Haldane Dodd shares some reflections on communicating environmental claims responsibly in an era of growing scrutiny for the aviation industry. Read the latest blog post: ataglink.org/45dOPvm

One of the largest SAF deals in the air cargo sector in Asia! Today's #MemberSpotlight falls on Neste who recently announced to strengthen their collaboration with DHL Express with the supply of 7,400 tons of neat SAF at #Singapore Changi Airport. Want to learn more? ➡️ ataglink.org/4eQEA3z

➡️ @iata.org recently published a comprehensive analysis that breaks down the elements of @icao.int CORSIA and the IMO Net Zero Framework, laying out how each framework is governed and enforced, emissions coverage, reduction targets, and timelines as well as fuel characteristics: ataglink.org/3GCJ2Go

☀️ 😎 #Summer travel is taking off in the northern hemisphere, fueling growth and securing jobs around the world. Did you know that most tourists travel by air? 58% of tourists arrive to by aeroplane! That way, aviation-enabled tourism supports 37.3m jobs globally! #AviationBenefits #Tourism

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 158 years ago, #Canada was born. As Canadians celebrate the proud history of their country today, many will take to the skies, traveling to see loved ones and reconnect with family. Here’s to the people who keep Canada moving! 🥂 #CanadaDay #AviationBenefits

Today's #MemberSpotlight is on @aci-europe.bsky.social who recently released their updated NET ZERO Resolution: 🛫 314 airports across 36 European countries, facilitating 87% of European air passenger traffic, have disclosed their roadmap towards #netzero by 2050. Learn more ataglink.org/acieurope

The @aerosociety.bsky.social Sustainability Week 2025 is in full swing, bringing together #aerospace leaders from around the world. ATAG’s Executive Director is on the ground in London for a fireside chat discussing aviation’s path to #netzero. #RAeSsustainability

Today is International Women in Engineering Day! 👩‍💻 👩‍🔧 👩‍🔬 Only 3.1% of aircraft maintenance engineers are women and only 17% of engineers in manufacturing are women. There’s room for progress! Find out more: bit.ly/4kNsbiQ

Today, we’re joined by experts from the #aviation, #finance, and #investment communities for the latest event in our series, co-hosted by ATAG and BloombergNEF, on financing the scale-up of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). #SAF #BloombergNEF #AviationFinance #NetZero

Great news from the #ParisAirShow: Airbus and MTU Aero Engines advance on hydrogen fuel cell technology for #aviation. The two companies have signed an MoU to progress on #hydrogen fuel cell propulsion, a critical technology to decarbonise aviation. Learn more: www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/...

#MemberSpotlight: #ATR, @collinsaerospace.bsky.social / @prattandwhitney.bsky.social show how innovation and partnership go hand in hand on the journey towards #netzero carbon emissions in air transport. www.atr-aircraft.com/presspost/at...

✈️ Missed yesterday's webinar on Asia-Pacific's role in shaping the future of global air travel? No worries — we’ve got you covered. 🎥 Catch the recording here & explore the discussions with #PATA #AAPA and Macau Airport on shaping tourism and aviation in #APAC. 👉 bit.ly/4l0CxeP #AviationBenefits

Today’s #MemberSpotlight features SkyNRG,who have released their updated Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) Market Outlook—offering valuable insights into the current stat e of the SAF market and what’s needed to scale up production. Take a look: skynrg.com/skynrg-relea...

Join us tomorrow for a live webinar on Asia-Pacific's role in shaping global air travel! This webinar, co-hosted by the #PATA and ATAG will highlight aviation’s role in job creation, regional development and sustainable growth. Register: www.pata.org/calendar/asi... #Aviation #AviationBenefits

On World Environment Day, we are reflecting on civil aviation’s path to achieving #netzero carbon emissions by 2050: ➡️ Last week, ATAG co-hosted a webinar with @cranfielduni.bsky.social focusing on the challenge of ramping up SAF production. www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYfH...

The @icao.int Aviation Climate Week has kicked off. ATAG's Exec Director was joined by industry leaders from #iccaia, @aciworld.bsky.social, #CANSO, #IFALPA, and @iata.org. Take a look at his latest blog post on the progress made and the role of #multilateralism. ataglink.org/climateweek

All eyes on Asia-Pacific! Join our next webinar co-hosted by #PATA & ATAG on 10 June at 9am GMT / 10am CEST. We are joined by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines and #Macau Airport. Register: www.pata.org/calendar/asi...

The International Transport Forum kicks off today. ATAG’s Haldane Dodd joins the session on “Maximising the Social Impact of Resilient Transport Systems,” bringing #aviation into focus. From connecting 4.4B people a year to supporting 86.5M jobs, aviation is vital to #trade and #tourism. #ITF2025

✈️ In 2023, airports supported 100M aircraft movements and 8.7B passengers—powering millions of jobs worldwide. @enviroaero.bsky.social’s Haldane Dodd explores how airports drive economic development and sustainability. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/3F3msG8

🇪🇺 On #EuropeDay, we celebrate how connectivity and cooperation have helped shape the #EuropeanUnion. Aviation plays a vital role in this story. ✈️ Take a look at the EU27 fact sheet to learn how: aviationbenefits.org/media/mjokvn... #AviationBenefits #EuropeDay2025 #EUtransport

Join us for this webinar cohosted by Cranfield University and ATAG! We'll explore #aviation’s role in global #economic development, #trade & #connectivity while addressing key challenges shaping its future. 🗓️ Wed, 28 May at 11:00 am UK 🔗 via Zoom (please register below!) atag.org/events/webin...

✈️ What is Book and Claim? And how is it supporting the energy transition of civil aviation? 🌍 Watch the video below to learn more 📽️ #SAF #NetZero #Aviation #Decarbonisation #ClimateAction #Sustainability

Today's #MemberSpotlight: #CANSO, the global voice of the #airtraffic management industry, recently launched its road map for seamless airspace integration, offering the #aviation community a pathway to modernise air traffic management.. Find out more: ataglink.org/cats_conops

🌍 Today's #EarthDay reminds us not only of the achievements made in reducing #carbonemissions across the #airtransport sector, but also of the road ahead. More needs to be done! Learn about the efficiency measures the aviation industry is taking ➡️ aviationbenefits.org/environmenta...

Today's #MemberSpotlight is on #Boeing. ✈️ The company recently released Cascade 2.0, offering a dynamic way to analyse aviation’s path to #netzero emissions. Try it out: ➡️ app.cascade.boeing.com

Only a few days left! Join us this Thursday for an insightful webinar on aviation’s role in fuelling economic growth and how we can future-proof global air transport: 📅 Date: April 10, 2025 🕒 Time: 2:00 PM (BST) / 3:00 PM (CEST) 🎙️ Hosted by Oxford Economics and ATAG

Today's #MemberHighlight features #Airbus: The company is taking a significant step toward scaling the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) by testing a new “Book and Claim” approach. Read more: ➡️ aviationbenefits.org/newswire/202... Photo credit: Airbus