Air Transport News
Receiving an e-Visa by email does not necessarily mean an airline can easily verify its authenticity at check-in or boarding. As electronic visas and travel authorizations become more widespread, IATA is urging governments to adopt common mechanisms that would allow carriers to check these digital documents more easily and reliably.
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit was diverted to Montreal after a passenger who had recently been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was allowed to board as new U.S. health restrictions linked to Ebola were being implemented.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is urging African governments to make aviation a driver of economic development. Among the priorities cited are safety, costs, sustainability and the reduction of visa-related barriers.
The 2026 World Airport Awards have just been released. Based on passenger experience, they once again highlight the dominance of Asian airports on the global stage.
Malaysian low-cost carrier AirAsia revolutionizes online check-in with a groundbreaking automated visa verification technology. An intelligent response to the challenges of fluidity and compliance in a context of dynamic air traffic recovery. In today’s post-pandemic travel environment, where efficiency, health safety, and seamless procedures are top priorities, AirAsia is taking
