As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to unfold, Airports Council International (ACI) World has called for the alleviation of airport slot usage requirements. ACI stated that this move would help airports and airlines recover faster once the crisis is over. “This would enable carriers, especially network airlines, to adjust their schedules in a sustainable way and for airports to protect …
AFRAA Postpones Events Over COVID-19
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has announced the postponement of its events as a precaution against the COVID-19. AFRAA’s 9th Stakeholders’ Convention has been postponed to 26-28 July 2020. “The African Airlines Association identifies with and joins the rest of the world, and specifically the global aviation industry, in collaborative efforts to collectively deal with and attempt to contain …
Airlink Makes Additional Schedule Changes In Response To COVID-19 Restrictions
Airlink, the South African-based domestic and regional airline, has said it is making further changes to its schedule of flights on certain routes, in response to the newly introduced travel restrictions announced by government to curb the spread of the COVID-19 “Coronavirus” infection. Airlink said: “These changes, due to their urgency and high volumes, are being generated automatically in …
FAAN Suspends National Aviation Conference
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has said that it has suspended its planned national conference slated for Abuja, April 1-4, 2020. “The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria hereby notifies stakeholders and the general public that the National Aviation Conference earlier scheduled for 1st to 4th April 2020, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja has been suspended,” FAAN …
Air Cargo Essential To Fight Against COVID-19
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and its members continue to support governments in their efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19, IATA has said. According to IATA, since the crisis began, air cargo has been a vital partner in delivering much-needed medicines, medical equipment (including spare parts/repair components), and in keeping global supply chains functioning for the most time-sensitive …
oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance Member Airlines Call On Governments, Stakeholders For Extraordinary Support
On behalf of their member airlines, the three global airline alliances oneworld®, SkyTeam and Star Alliance are jointly calling on governments and stakeholders to take action to alleviate the unprecedented challenges faced by the global airline industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The three global alliances, which represent almost 60 airlines around the world that contribute more than half of global …