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Advocating for strategic priorities and enhanced regional collaboration in South America
Aviation plays a vital role in connecting South America’s vast and diverse territories—stretching from Panama to Antarctica and spanning over 16% of the world’s airspace. Through our Lima-based…
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The strength of air transport’s recovery in the South American Region
Air transport has a significant impact on productivity and efficiencies in the business sector, helping to connect people and ideas and promote…
Harnessing South America’s potential in a greener future
Sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) are defined as renewable or waste-derived aviation fuels that meet sustainability criteria. ICAO technical analysis…
Improving air traffic service communications between Europe and South America
A new air traffic services (ATS) interconnection has strengthened the exchange of information between Europe and South America, safeguarding the…
ICAO’s South American Region: aerodrome certification progress from 2016 to 2019
Aerodromes are one of the most important links in the civil aviation network. They are the key interface between the passengers and the aircraft, and…
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Leading air navigation in Indonesia: A conversation with AirNav Indonesia’s first female CEO
AirNav Indonesia is the State-owned air navigation service provider responsible for managing flight navigation, air…
We are building stronger aviation safety and accident investigation through regional cooperation
As aviation systems grow in complexity, States are increasingly seeking innovative ways to strengthen both safety…
Energy storage systems at airports: From sustainability tool to strategic infrastructure
Airports are increasingly transforming from passive energy consumers into active energy producers and managers. As…
ICAO and the EU: Supporting Member States, building capacity and implementing international standards
Ensuring No Country is Left Behind is one of our biggest priorities at ICAO. We work with key stakeholders across…
Inspiring the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals in the APAC Region
As aviation evolves so does our need to attract, develop, and retain skilled professionals. From pilots and air…
Our commitment with the African Development Bank to enhance air connectivity through joint projects
Since we were established in 1944, our support and coordination has helped countries diplomatically and technically…
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Our latest Safety Report spotlights aviation’s progress and its most urgent…
Airlines flew more people than ever in 2025 – nearly 5 billion passengers – with fewer…
ICAO’s Strategic Goals explained: Our role in strengthening aviation’s legal and regulatory frameworks
In our “ICAO’s Strategic Goals Explained” article series, we explored the six Strategic Goals that will guide our global aviation vision through 2050. These goals reflect our…
Leading air navigation in Indonesia: A conversation with AirNav Indonesia’s first…
AirNav Indonesia is the State-owned air navigation service provider responsible for…