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The aviation sector is rapidly evolving—driven by innovation, emerging technologies, and new sustainability imperatives. Ensuring that aviation professionals are equipped with the skills and competencies to navigate these changes has become…
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In a world where aviation plays a vital role in connecting people and economies, ensuring the sustainability of the skies has become one of the industry’s most pressing imperatives. In this episode of our ICAO Explained video series, we…
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The Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award, honoring a leader in global aviation safety. Presented annually, this Award recognizes notable achievements in the…
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Market-based measures (MBMs) are part of ICAO’s comprehensive mitigation strategy to address greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from international aviation. This work started in 1995. Reflecting on past considerations is essential to…
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On 12 May 2025, ICAO's Council voted that the Russian Federation failed to uphold its obligations under international air law in the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. This is the first time in ICAO’s history that its Council…
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Through a decision published on 17 April 2025, the ICAO Council noted with grave concern the continuing incidents of GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) radio frequency interference in the Incheon Flight Information Region (FIR),…
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The economic development of air transport has been a key ICAO priority since we were established in 1944. A sound and economically viable civil aviation system generates wealth, employment and numerous socio-economic benefits through its…
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From 2 to 4 June 2025, we are going to be hosting Aviation Climate Week 2025 at our Headquarters in Montréal, Canada. It will be a hybrid event that is open to both in-person and virtual participants. Over the three days, we will…
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We established our Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Initiative to ensure there would be a sufficient network of qualified and competent professionals to operate, manage, and maintain the future international air transport…
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Among the many duties relating to the organization and management of the Council's work, are the diplomatic engagements and visits ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano participates in. Earlier this month, he met with His Highness…
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