Uniting Aviation, News and Features by ICAO - NEWS AND FEATURES BY ICAO

The economic, human and health impact of COVID-19 has affected every industry in every region of the world. For many, the pandemic has been devastating. For most, it brought changes. Many of these changes will become permanent…and many will…
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In recent years, ICAO made great progress in developing policies and setting standards for environmentally sustainable aviation. A global aspirational goal of carbon-neutral growth from 2020 was adopted, and Member States agreed on a basket…
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The air transport industry is not only a vital engine of global socio-economic growth, but it is also of vital importance as a catalyst for economic development. Not only does the industry create direct and indirect employment and support…
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The ICAO Council adopted a new report and recommendations aimed at restarting the international air transport system and aligning its global recovery. The COVID-19 report and guidelines were produced by the Council’s Aviation Recovery Task…
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Aviation safety is at the core of ICAO’s fundamental Objectives. We are continuously striving, in close collaboration with the entire air transport community, to further improve aviation’s successful safety performance while maintaining a…
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As a result of the ongoing impacts of travel restrictions, public health concerns of large gatherings and uncertainty in the short to medium term caused by COVID-19, ICAO has made the difficult decision to postpone the Fourth DRONE ENABLE…
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On 31 May, ICAO joined the World Health Organization and the United Nations system as a whole in celebrating World No Tobacco Day. The aim of the 2020 global campaign is to increase awareness among young people, to help them recognize the…
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While innovation has always been part of aviation’s DNA, the pace it is moving at today has gained momentum. This acceleration has had major effects on the aviation ecosystem, with the first challenge being to understand how regulators can…
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On September 30th every year, we recognize World Maritime Day. The International Maritime Organization is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted aviation, putting an industry that relies on being able to transport people and goods around the globe, under extreme strain.  With 90% of the world’s fleet grounded and almost no demand, the…
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