IATA calls for urgent implementation of int'l aviation body's Covid norms

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged governments to quickly implement the International Civil Aviation Organisation's (ICAO's) global guidelines for restoring air connectivity.

The ICAO Council on Monday approved 'Takeoff: Guidance for Air Travel through the Covid-19 Public Health Crisis (Takeoff).' This is an authoritative and comprehensive framework of risk-based temporary measures for air transport operations during the Covid-19 crisis.

"The universal implementation of global standards has made aviation safe. A similar approach is critical in this crisis so that we can safely restore air connectivity as borders and economies re-open," said IATA's Director General and CEO Alexandre de