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…
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Charting progress: milestones and collaboration in the Latin America Region
The Latin American Civil Aviation Commission (LACAC) is a specialized regional entity that is dedicated to fostering cooperation and coordination among its member states. At the forefront of LACAC's…
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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…
The ICAO SAM Regional Office: 70 years dedicated to the development of civil aviation in South America
The Regional Offices of ICAO play an important role regarding the Organization’s mandate: facilitating the consultation necessary to ensure that…
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Aviation in Angola: developing the next generation of aviation professionals
We established our Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Initiative to ensure there would be enough…
Asia Pacific nations have committed to aviation’s sustainable future; we’re sharing the Delhi Declaration here
Asia Pacific nations have committed to a landmark shift towards sustainable aviation, enhanced safety and…
From the tower to the helm: an aviation leader in Fiji
For many young girls, the image of a successful career in aviation does not readily come to mind. Theresa O’Boyle -…
A message from our Asia and Pacific Regional Director
In the first half of 2024 we witnessed remarkable achievements across various sectors in the Asia Pacific region. …
Strengthening resilience through global air traffic management contingency planning
A crisis is unpredictable and can disrupt operations in various locations. ICAO is continuously working to enhance…
Women in aviation: Insight from the first female president of Japan Airlines
The first female president of Japan Airlines (JAL), is a well-known personality. When Mitsuko Tottori reached for…
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Renewing our partnership with the Province of Québec at National Assembly
Earlier this month, ICAO signed a new Declaration of Intent with the Government of Québec…
There’s still time for you to join us for ICAO Security Week!
In the ever-evolving threat landscape of aviation, ensuring a sustainable future involves not only technological advancements but also robust security measures. Of critical…
Discussions with the President of Azerbaijan; addressing global aviation…
Every year, stakeholders from around the world gather for an important event: the United…