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Indian government introduces DigiYatra—the new digital experience

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has introduced a new digital experience for air travellers through the DigiYatra platform, an industry-led initiative coordinated by the ministry in line with the Prime Minister—Shri Narendra Modi's Digital India, transforming the nation into a digitally empowered ...

AOA responds to new govt consultation on aviation passenger charter

AOA has commented on the UK government's proposal to consult on a new aviation passenger charter. Responding to the Department for Transport’s announcement that they will be consulting on a new aviation passenger charter, Chief Executive of the AOA, Karen Dee said: “CAA figures show that m...

Tackling disruptive passengers across their whole journey

Responding to the launch of the UK Government's call for evidence on licensing laws in airports, chief executive of the Airport Operators Association (AOA) Karen Dee said airports are "committed" to reducing incidents. She said: “Airports are committed to reducing further the already small numb...

Canadian airport’s welcome govt study on flight training

The Canadian Airports Council today welcomed a motion tabled in the House of Commons recently to initiate parliamentary study of flight training in Canada, as a result of concerns by communities and their airports on the impact of a worldwide pilot shortage on regional air routes. “Canada’s a...

A4A applauds decision to suspend sales tax on jet fuel in Georgia, US

Airlines for America (A4A) today applauded Governor Nathan Deal's executive order to suspend sales taxes on jet fuel, strengthening Georgia's position in an increasingly competitive environment by embracing a business climate that values air transportation, promotes travel and attracts potential new...

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