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 …
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 …
IATA Requests Global Suspension Of Slot Rules Due To Coronavirus
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has said it is contacting aviation regulators worldwide to request that the rules governing use of airport slots be suspended immediately and for the 2020 season, due to the impact of COVID-19 (the Coronavirus). According to IATA, around 43% of all passengers depart from over 200 slot coordinated airports worldwide. At present, the rules …
UNWTO, WHO Call For Responsibility And Coordination On Tourism And COVID-19
As the current outbreak of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) continues to develop, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have said they are committed to working together in guiding the travel and tourism sectors’ response to COVID-19. On 30 January 2020, the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of COVID-19 to be a …