COVID-19

IATA reveals June’s “disappointing” air traffic figures

Asia-Pacific has been the worst hit, experiencing 94.6% drop compared to June 2019, with Europe suffering similar losses

Phoenix Sky Harbor receives ACI accreditation

The airport was assessed on its cleanliness and general approach to health and safety

Etihad expands IATA Travel Pass use on more flights for Abu Dhabi

Passengers flying with the airline are now able to make use of the platform when flying to selected destinations in Europe, North America and Southeast Asia

Luton Airport receives CAA Covid safety certification

The hub has announced that its current measures, including face masks and stringent cleaning routines, will stay in place despite the easing of restrictions

Berlin Brandenburg exceeds 50,000 passengers mark

Demand for air travel is slowly increasing as the airport implements new destinations from the hub

IATA warns governments on high cost of testing for travellers

The organisation believes that restarting affordable travel is essential to supporting the 46 million jobs within the tourism industry that rely on aviation

Brisbane Airport records lowest passenger number in 26 years

Latest figures indicate a record 56% decline in passenger numbers compared to last year – the lowest in over a quarter of a century

Positives for Southend Airport despite two million passenger deficit

Annual report reveals 93% drop in travellers, but thriving cargo operation and heavy investment point to bright future

UK aviation industry releases joint statement on face masks

Travelers are expected to wear them despite the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in England

Munich Airport hopeful for recovery amid 1m July passenger prediction

Passenger numbers at the German hub have been increasing since January, with hopes that this month’s figures will exceed one million

May travel figures showing signs of recovery, says IATA

Although still well below pre-pandemic figures, passenger traffic is improving for international and domestic travel

MAG reports £374m loss during pandemic

The results have been published ahead of the group’s court appearance tomorrow, where it intends to challenge the government on its traffic light system