The LATAM flight carried the largest amount of surgical masks transported since the operation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to bring supplies to fight COVID-19 began. The aircraft transported 11.8 million masks, a record compared to another one of the company’s flights, which arrived in Brazil on 2 June with 9.2 million masks. The LATAM flight carried the largest amount of surgical masks transported since the operation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to bring supplies to fight … [Read more...] about LATAM registers the largest mask shipment carried on a single flight
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IATA: $29 billion loss expected for Asia-Pacific airlines in 2020
Airlines in the Asia-Pacific region will be the hardest hit by the COVID-19 crisis, with losses expected to be $29 billion for 2020. This is more than a third of the $84.3 billion industry losses globally. The Asia-Pacific region was the first region to feel the brunt of the COVID-19 crisis. The region’s airlines will see passenger demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers, RPK) collapse 53.8% this year, while capacity (in available seat kilometers, ASK) will be reduced by … [Read more...] about IATA: $29 billion loss expected for Asia-Pacific airlines in 2020
Post-COVID-19 green recovery must embrace sustainable aviation fuels
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) emphasised the aviation industry’s commitment to its emissions reduction goals and called for the International Energy Agency (IEA) to prioritize investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to help power aviation’s contribution to the post-COVID-19 recovery. IATA’s call comes on the eve of the IEA Clean Energy Transitions Summit which will meet virtually to debate moves toward a low-carbon future. The IEA is well placed to promote SAF … [Read more...] about Post-COVID-19 green recovery must embrace sustainable aviation fuels
IATA traveler survey reveals COVID-19 concerns
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released public opinion research showing the willingness to travel being tempered by concerns over the risks of catching COVID-19 during air travel. The industry’s re-start plans address passenger’s main concerns. Concerns for travel during COVID-19 Travelers are taking precautions to protect themselves from COVID-19 with 77 percent saying that they are washing their hands more frequently, 71 percent avoiding large meetings and 67 percent … [Read more...] about IATA traveler survey reveals COVID-19 concerns
Saudia Cargo delivers over 1,500 flights in the span of 100 days
Saudia Cargo has operated more than 1500 flights since the COVID-19 restrictions came into effect in March. 500 of these flights have been operated using passenger aircraft deployed for international air cargo, according to an announcement by the company. The move reflects the efforts the company has exerted to fight COVID-19. From March through June, Saudia Cargo has transported around 75,000 tons of vital shipments to the Kingdom including medical and PPE equipment as part of the Saudi … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo delivers over 1,500 flights in the span of 100 days
IATA welcomes ICAO council decision on CORSIA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes the decision by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to use 2019 as a baseline for the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). In 2022, the ICAO Assembly will consider if further amendments are necessary to address the impacts of COVID-19 to ensure the successful implementation of the scheme. Airlines are committed to reducing net emissions to half 2005 levels by … [Read more...] about IATA welcomes ICAO council decision on CORSIA
