International Civil Aviation Organization standards, Annexes, the CORSIA emissions framework, GADSS, and developments in global aviation safety oversight.
GOVERNANCE · ICAO · TEN-DAY COUNTDOWN The Council has had 36 seats since 1990. In ten days it will have 40. The instrument that did it sat unratified for nine years, then crossed its threshold in June. The vote arithmetic that governs every Annex amendment changes with it. 43rd Session (Extraordinary) · 19–20 Nov 2026Council … Read more
Quick Answers Why does ICAO oppose the EU ETS aviation expansion? ICAO argues that expanding the EU ETS to international flights would create potential double charging for the same CO₂ emissions under both CORSIA and the EU ETS, undermine the only globally harmonized aviation carbon measure, and risk fragmenting global decarbonization efforts and ICAO’s collective … Read more
When was the last ICAO Extraordinary Assembly held? The last ICAO Extraordinary Assembly was held in 2003. Before 2026, extraordinary sessions have been exceptionally rare. The November 19–20, 2026, session is only the second extraordinary session since the 2003 meeting, making it a historically significant governance event for international civil aviation. Quick Compliance Summary Regulatory … Read more
Quick Compliance Summary Regulatory body International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Instrument Annex 19 — Safety Management, Amendment 2 (3rd Edition) What changed Major expansion of SMS and State Safety Program requirements. New safety intelligence provisions. SMS extended to RPAS operators, their MROs, and certified heliports Applicability date November 26, 2026 Who must act Accountable Managers, … Read more
Policy Update | ICAO | Aviation Decarbonization Published: June 5, 2026 | Last Updated: June 2026 | Sources: ICAO, ITF, Aviation Pros, GreenAir News Quick Summary ICAO held its Aviation Climate Week in Montreal from June 2 to 4, 2026. The theme was “One Global Path: Advancing Net-Zero Aviation.” The event launched a new program … Read more
Biometric technology is changing air travel for the better. By 2024, approximately 46% of travelers will have used biometric systems at airports. A whopping 73% of them preferred biometrics over old-school documents like passports. Biometrics in air travel- tech uses facial recognition, fingerprint scanning, and iris recognition. It’s key to making airport procedures smoother and … Read more
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has launched its Aviation Security Training Manual (Doc 10207). The event is a significant step toward improving aviation security training globally. The manual was released in July 2025, demonstrating ICAO’s commitment to enhancing aviation security. Purpose and Objectives of the Manual Document 10207 provides comprehensive guidelines for developing effective … Read more
ICAO Asia Pacific Airport Modernization Plan sets new standards for digital travel and border management, boosting efficiency for the region. With more people flying, it’s clear we need airport infrastructure upgrades. This is to handle the increasing number of passengers. ICAO Asia Pacific Airport Modernization Plan sets new standards for digital travel and border management, … Read more
ICAO AOP SG/9 concludes in Bangkok: The Ninth Meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Aerodromes Operations and Planning Sub-Group (AOP SG/9) recently wrapped up in Bangkok. It took place from June 30 to July 4. This critical event led to significant decisions that will change airport rules in the Asia-Pacific area. These changes … Read more
ICAO AOP SG/9 Meets in Bangkok: The Ninth Meeting of ICAO’s Aerodromes Operations and Planning Sub-Group (AOP SG/9) is underway in Bangkok (June 30–July 4, 2025). Here’s what’s on the table for Asia-Pacific aerodrome regulators. The Ninth Meeting of the ICAO Aerodromes Operations and Planning Sub-Group (AOP SG/9) is currently taking place in Bangkok, Thailand, … Read more