As ONE Record adoption accelerates, industry leaders are highlighting how the industry's preferred data‑sharing standard for #aircargo is transforming their operations. Watch ⬇️ video to understand how the standard is strengthening Cathay Cargo's digital capabilities. ℹ️ https://bit.ly/4c7LbDx

Global passenger demand rose 5.3% YoY, driven by a 7.1% increase in int'l traffic and a 2.4% rise in domestic demand. Overall load factor reached 83.6%, a record for full-year traffic. This returns growth to align w/ historical growth patterns after post-COVID rebound. ℹ️ https://bit.ly/3NVt3X4

In 2025, #aircargo demand rose by 3.4% and capacity increased by 3.7%, pushing the industry to record volumes 👏 👏 👏. December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued 💪 performance. Read more 👇 https://bit.ly/4q8lIkv

✈️💰How does the aviation industry move $260B annually? IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) is the most efficient way to move money. But as we shift towards Offers and Orders, the BSP has to evolve to keep up as well. Find out how in Airlines magazine👇 bit.ly/4rjI1EV

Thomas Reynaert, Senior Vice President, External Affairs at IATA argues that blocked funds are a major challenge to an industry that has been shown to be a powerful economic engine ✈️ . 👉 https://bit.ly/3LQlLDu

🇦🇺✨ Happy Australia Day! From regional towns to global cities,✈️aviation keeps Australia connected and growing. Can you guess Australia’s top city destination? 1️⃣ D______ 2️⃣ Auckland 3️⃣ Singapore 4️⃣ London 5️⃣ Tokyo Answer in our #ValueofAviation report 👇 bit.ly/49pKPc4

👏 Congrats Ajet on joining IATA's #airlinemembership! AJet, with its base at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen airport, serves over 40 domestic & 60 international destinations in more than 34 countries across Europe and Western Asia with a fleet of 80 ✈️✈️. https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL

ATFM delays have cost EUR 16.1 billion in 2015-2025. ✈️ 7.2M delayed flights 👥 1BN affected passengers ⏱️ 111M minutes of delay France & Germany account for more than half of all delays. Europe needs to follow through investment and workforce plans to improve performance. https://bit.ly/3YVdlxv

✈️🇲🇻 For an archipelagic nation like the Maldives, aviation is a vital bridge to the world. ❓Can you guess how much the Maldives’ international air connectivity has grown since 2014? (Hint: it is over 100%) Find out in our #ValueofAviation report👇 bit.ly/4jJKdTH

What’s on IATA's World Legal Symposium agenda? ✅Geopolitical exposures: trade, tariffs, sanctions & insurance ✅Consumer Protection 2.0 ✅AI & competition law ✅The moving target of freight forwarder liability Join ✈️ legal leaders to explore Liability in a Changing 🌎 https://bit.ly/4jT0JAv #IATAWLS

Holiday travel remains a demand barometer as preliminary data show ~270M trips over 15 Dec –4 Jan period (+7% YoY). Popular routes lead by US↔Mexico/Caribbean and India↔UAE with Cancún, Punta Cana, Bangkok, Phuket as lead destinations. #weeklychart ⬇️ https://bit.ly/49qYIrX

Join our experts for a focused 1‑hour webinar on modern, practical strategies to elevate your airline’s emergency preparedness. Register 👉 https://bit.ly/4r0x0Ij

We've renewed our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) agreement w/ CFM International reinforcing an open, competitive aftermarket for +33,500 CFM engines in service worldwide. This provides near-term relief for ✈️ by expanding maintenance capacity via independent MROs. https://bit.ly/45O3HR6

📦📲From January, ONE Record becomes the preferred data-sharing standard for air cargo, providing a single, consistent digital language for all partners across the supply chain to connect and exchange information more effectively. Learn more ⬇️ bit.ly/3NqXG6C

Over the past decade, aviation in Ethiopia grew 24.4%, supports 527,400 jobs, and adds USD 2.0 billion—1.2% of GDP. Safe, fast connections benefit consumers and business, and keep remote communities linked to healthcare, education and work. #ValueOfAviation report 👇 https://bit.ly/4qm07Wz

The 2026 IATA World Cargo Symposium will be landing for the first time in Latin America on 10-12 March! 🇵🇪 ✈️📦Brendan Sullivan, IATA Head of Cargo, shares the challenges and opportunities for the industry ahead in #IATAWCS. Read the full #Airlines article⬇️ bit.ly/49lCyr1

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is taking a bold step toward a stronger, safer and more efficient air transport system with the creation of a Unified GCC Civil Aviation Authority. I t will harmonize legislation & ops across 6 States for seamless ✈️ connectivity. More 👇 https://bit.ly/3LB7omn

👏 Welcome @AkasaAir – the first airline to join IATA in 2026! Headquartered in Mumbai, Akasa Air connects 2️⃣6️⃣ domestic & 6️⃣ international cities with a modern Boeing 737 MAX fleet ✈️. See the full #airlinemembership 👇 https://bit.ly/3PvcEEL

25by2025 launched in 2019 with a clear call to action: encourage aviation organizations to increase the number of women in senior and underrepresented roles by 25% or reach at least 25% female representation. Find out more about the progress of the initiative 👇 https://bit.ly/4qLYdOL

Which 3️⃣ countries top the list for the most powerful passports? The Henley Partners Index ranks passports by visa-free access —powered by Timatic data, the leading provider of real-time information on travel document requirements for international ✈️ travel. See ranking 👇 https://bit.ly/3YCnSgV

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

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

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

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

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

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

✈️ 🇵🇭 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

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

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

✈️ 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

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

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

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! ✈️

🎊Happy New Year 2026 from all of us at IATA! Wishing you safe travels and blue skies ahead!✈️

🛫 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. 👏

🛫 🇴🇲 🛬 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

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

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

🎅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?

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. ✈️

📘 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

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

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

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

Airlines are projected to deliver a combined net profit of USD 41 billion in 2026, marking a new record for the industry. Strong passenger demand remains the main driver and cargo revenue will be more subdued in 2026 as global trade slows. Read the #WeeklyChart here 👇 https://bit.ly/4pGzuLL

The global 🛬 network thrives on uniformity & predictability of legal obligations. But today airlines face a growing list of challenges. IATA's World Legal Symposium (17–19 Feb, Warsaw 🇵🇱 ) will bring together industry experts to tackle these pressing issues. https://bit.ly/44BvWC9 #IATAWLS

Do you know the 7 essential rules every traveler should follow when flying with lithium batteries? While many items are generally safe when handled properly, improper packing or damage can pose serious risks. Fly safely with electronic devices 👇 https://bit.ly/3L9ICcI

✨ The 14th Edition (2026) introduces major updates to help airlines, ground handlers, and manufacturers reduce incidents and protect both aircraft and cargo. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4q4pJH4

In Côte d’Ivoire, aviation delivers substantial and widespread social and economic benefits, including: ✅ Contributing a total of USD 976.0 million to the GDP ✅ Supporting 120,000 jobs ✅ Facilitating flow of 32,200 tonnes of cargo #ValueOfAviation https://bit.ly/4ojtx65