Global airline industry at 90% of where it was in 2019: IATA Director General Willie Walsh
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has upgraded its outlook for profitability in the airline industry this year. Top executives have gathered in Istanbul for IATA's annual general meeting to assess the sector's post-pandemic recovery. About 4.35 billion people are expected to travel this year -- almost back to pre-pandemic levels. CNA spoke to IATA director general Willie Walsh on global air passenger traffic, sustainable aviation fuels and artificial intelligence opportunities.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has upgraded its outlook for profitability in the airline industry this year. Top executives have gathered in Istanbul for IATA's annual general meeting to assess the sector's post-pandemic recovery. About 4.35 billion people are expected to travel this year -- almost back to pre-pandemic levels. CNA spoke to IATA director general Willie Walsh on global air passenger traffic, sustainable aviation fuels and artificial intelligence opportunities.