COVID-19 causes air cargo demand to fall in February 2020
As the consequences of COVID-19 began to impact the air cargo industry in February, IATA data found that cargo demand saw a 1.4 per cent decrease.
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Drone footage shows impact of COVID-19 on operations at Stansted Airport
New drone footage recorded by Stansted Airport shows the lack of movement at the airport, as well as aircraft parked in all available space.
ACI economic analysis shows COVID-19 is an existential threat to aviation
As a result of travel restrictions and border controls, the COVID-19 pandemic has been estimated to eradicate 38.1 per cent of passenger traffic in 2020.
FAA to award COVID-19 CARES Act financial support to U.S. airports
Airports across the U.S. will be awarded approximately $10 billion in COVID-19 financial support under the Trump Administration's CARES Act Airport Program.
UK support for aviation industry lacking, says AOA
AOA has called on the UK government to better support the country's aviation industry as countries across the globe implement significant supportive measures.
New wage subsidy will save aviation jobs says AAA
The AAA's Simon Bourke says the financial subsidy will be of great relief to the thousands of people who work in aviation and in airports across Australia.
ACI issues airport cyber-security guidance during COVID-19 pandemic
The latest ACI bulletin particularly addresses the issue of cyber-security, with many staff now working remotely as part of global efforts to slow the spread of the virus.
Open letter sent to UK Chancellor calling for COVID-19 aviation support
Almost 40 Members of Parliament have written to the Chancellor calling for more support for the UK aviation industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.
House of Commons discusses implications of COVID-19 on aviation
The UK's House of Commons' Transport Committee held an informal virtual meeting with Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, to discuss the implications of COVID-19 on transport.
ACI World calls for financial measures to safeguard millions of airport jobs
ACI data outlines that airports employ over 6.1 million people globally, and so have urged for financial measures to be implemented to protect airport jobs amidst the COVID-19 crisis.
Haneda Airport adds new passenger experience services to Terminal 2
In order to offer the best passenger experience, Haneda Airport has introduced a range of new services at its Terminal 2, including self-service baggage drops and smart security check lanes.
ACI Asia-Pacific calls for employment and connectivity relief measures
ACI Asia-Pacific has urged governments to implement relief measures in order to protect airport jobs and aviation connectivity as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak,
ICAO welcomes G20 call for COVID-19 global response
A statement made by G20 leaders regarding the importance of a global response to the COVID-19 crisis has been welcomed by ICAO Council leaders.
TIACA urges governments to facilitate flow of air cargo to fight COVID-19
As efforts to facilitate the movement of cargo amidst the COVID-19 outbreak begin to achieve results, TIACA has called for governments to enable the smoother transportation of air cargo to help combat the health crisis.
CAAC announces all major airport projects in China to recommence
Despite the severe impact of COVID-19 on the aviation industry, CAAC has announced that airport projects previously halted by the virus have now recommenced.
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