IATA urges governments to do more during the COVID-19 pandemic
IATA has thanked governments who have been supportive of the industry during the COVID-19 pandemic but have asked that further worldwide governments follow suit.
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Money can also be made through many other aspects within an airport’s operation, for example, car parking fees, retail concessions, real estate and advertising.
Regarding non-aeronautical revenues, a large part of course lies with the duty-free shops and restaurants available in a terminal. It is recognised within the industry that a happy passenger is more likely to be a spending passenger, and so it can be argued that an airport’s revenue strongly relies on securing a high-quality passenger experience.
IATA has thanked governments who have been supportive of the industry during the COVID-19 pandemic but have asked that further worldwide governments follow suit.
The AOA has said the UK government only allowing the industry financial help during the COVID-19 crisis on a case-by-case basis is "not feasible to provide the support necessary in the coming days".
IATA now estimates that industry passenger revenues could plummet by $252 billion; 44 per cent below 2019’s figure.
ICAO is urging governments across the globe to improve coordination with aircraft operators and to have a heightened awareness of the impact of COVID-19 on aviation.
The open letter complements the trade association's individual requests for support measures to see airport operators and service providers able to weather the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to drastically impact the aviation industry, SEA Milan has been forced to adapt in order to continue operation.
The CAC urges the federal government to ensure the continued financial viability of Canada’s airports by providing short-term relief to address immediate cash flow challenges.
The ICAO Council has highlighted the importance of the aviation industry and air transport to the post-coronavirus crisis global economic recovery.
In order to support the aviation industry and the airport community, Airport Authority Hong Kong has introduced a HK$1 billion COVID-19 relief package.
ICAO, IMO and UNWTO have called for urgent actions to be made in order to support the aviation and tourism sectors during the COVID-19 crisis.
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, CANSO has called for immediate action to maintain the stability of the entire aviation system, particularly ANSPs.
TIACA has called for the air cargo industry’s voice to be heard fully by regulators and governments across the globe in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The European Business Aviation Association has called on the European Commission to consider all COVID-19 relief measures to ensure business continuity.
In response to the drastic impact of COVID-19 on the aviation industry, ACI World has suggested five global policy measures to alleviate the shortfall.
As the coronavirus outbreak continues to drastically affect the global aviation industry, ACI World has called for industry collaboration to combat the impact of COVID-19.