UK’s Global Travel Taskforce sets out framework for resumption of international travel
Under a new traffic light system, countries will be designated one of three risk levels as part of the UK government's efforts to restart international travel.
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Passenger traffic experiences another decline in February 2021
Total global passenger demand in February 2021 saw a decline of 74.7 per cent compared to February 2019, an even steeper fall than January 2021.
Global air cargo demand continues to outperform pre-COVID-19 levels
With a nine per cent increase in global air cargo demand in February 2021 compared to February 2019, air cargo is experiencing consistent growth following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Changi Airport launches online concierge service to support passengers during COVID-19
Changi Airport's Safe Travel Concierge service will help to ease passengers' anxieties about travelling by providing easy access to all of the relevant information and necessary booking services.
Seattle-Tacoma Airport introduces sensory and prayer rooms for passengers
In a bid to be more accessible and inclusive, Seattle-Tacoma Airport has opened a Sensory Room and Interfaith Prayer and Meditation Room.
DB Schenker and Lufthansa Cargo launch weekly carbon neutral cargo flight connection
DB Schenker and Lufthansa Cargo will now operate a weekly cargo flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai that will utilise SAF to run completely carbon neutral.
San Francisco Airport extends plastic-free policy to tackle use of plastic bottles
San Francisco Airport now prohibits the sale of any beverages - including sodas, teas and juices - in plastic or aseptic paper packaging.
U.S. FAA to award over $627.7 million in funding through its Airport Improvement Program
A total of 390 airports in 39 states, Puerto Rico and the Federated States of Micronesia will benefit from more than $627.7 million in FAA grant funding.
Heathrow proposes four-tier risk system to kickstart the restart of UK aviation
Heathrow has submitted its plan - a dynamic four-tier system that applies differing controls for differing country risk levels - to the UK government's Global Travel Taskforce.
IATA calls on Middle Eastern governments to coordinate on industry restart plans
Regional coordination during the development of restart plans for the Middle Eastern aviation industry will allow governments to ensure that the plans can be efficiently implemented as soon as possible.
Willie Walsh succeeds Alexandre de Juniac as Director General of IATA
After the announcement on 24 November 2020 that de Juniac would be stepping down, Walsh has now officially assumed the role of IATA's Director General.
TSA introduces credential authentication units at Buffalo Niagara Airport
By introducing the new CAT units at Buffalo Niagara Airport, TSA has been able to increase operational efficiency and limit unnecessary touchpoints.
Philadelphia Airport receives $2 million funding for aircraft parking apron
By constructing the new apron, Philadelphia Airport will be able to ensure the more efficient use of terminal gates and smoother airline operations.
London City Airport launches new programme to support the local community
LCY's London City Helpers programme will see the airport work to tackle unemployment and support mental wellbeing in the local community.
Incheon becomes first airport to achieve ACI Customer Experience Accreditation Level 4
After joining the pilot phase to support ACI's development of Level 4 of the Airport Customer Experience Accreditation, Incheon has become the first airport to achieve the new level.