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humanitarian assistance

A more coordinated use of aviation in disaster response

SPCP Office Jul 19, 2021

In the aftermath of a disaster, aviation constitutes an essential lifeline for the people affected. The efficient arrival of life-saving equipment, supplies, and humanitarian experts is critical in the first hours and until the start of…
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General Interest

ICAO assisting with humanitarian flight operations during COVID-19

Uniting Aviation Mar 26, 2020

As part of its ongoing efforts in the global response to COVID-19, ICAO has taken action to assist the United Nations Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS), managed by the World Food Programme (WFP), as it continues to try to deliver reliable…
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Safety

The role of aviation in humanitarian assistance: ICAO and stakeholders collaborate on airport…

Uniting Aviation Sep 6, 2018

Over the past decade, disasters have exacted a heavy toll on the safety of persons, communities, and countries alike. Over 700,000 lives have been lost, and more than 1.4 million people have been injured, with nearly 23 million displaced…
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