Air Cargo World News

The International Air Transport Association has spoken out about the European flight sector, encouraging carriers in this region to develop policies that promote aviation, rather than harm it. In an address to the European Aviation Club, IATA Director General and CEO Tony Tyler shared what he deemed a “win-win” approach. read more

World Airways’ parent company, Global Aviation Holdings, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on February 5. Both Global, which is the biggest provider of charter flights for the U.S. military, and World Airways will continue scheduled flight operations, World Airways spokesman Steve Forsyth told Air Cargo World exclusively. read more

North American imports to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol increased 13.3 percent, year-over-year, in 2011, despite only modest cargo growth for the year. The Dutch airport also saw a 15.2 percent, year-over-year, surge in exports to the Middle East. read more

Financial problems in the eurozone dominated headlines in 2011, but new ACI Europe data indicates that such troubles didn’t affect airline operations equally. Freight volumes at European airports started off strong last year and then declined in the second half of 2011, while passenger volumes remained robust, improving 7.3 percent, year-over-year. read more