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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AI in the sky: join us as we explore aviation’s future with artificial…
Imagine a future where artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionizes the way we fly, making…
Buckinghamshire MSc in Aviation Security: Enhancing aviation security and empowering professionals
The effective delivery of aviation security is an important factor in the growth and sustainable development of the global aviation industry. As the industry continues to…
Asia Pacific nations have committed to aviation’s sustainable future;…
Asia Pacific nations have committed to a landmark shift towards sustainable aviation,…