COVID-19
ACI World publishes updated recovery guidance for airports
Previous health and operational measures are included, as well new information on testing facilities and vaccine distribution
Updated ICAO guidance supports global recovery from COVID-19, says ACI
Phase III of the issued guidance includes new considerations for both testing and vaccinations to help restart air travel
Copenhagen Airport traffic remains at an all-time low
There is hope for the restoration of air travel in the summer with the help of vaccinations and COVID-19 passports
IATA survey reveals traveller confidence is restoring
Almost 60% of respondents said that they will travel within the first two months of the virus being contained
Canadian Airport Council calls for more government support
The introduction of new travel restrictions and quarantine measures has left the aviation sector struggling to stay afloat
New survey reveals potential summer rebound for UK holidaymakers
Results suggest that passengers would be happy to adapt to a post COVID-19 world, with regular testing and proof of vaccinations
Passenger numbers at BER slump to new low
Due to lockdown measures, less than 150,000 customers passed through the airport last month
Northern airport bosses urge government to provide support
Six airports in the North of England have written a letter to Boris Johnson outlining potential recovery initiatives
Pre-departure testing trial implemented at Edinburgh Airport
The pilot scheme only requires a saliva sample for the test, creating a more positive testing experience
Gatwick Airport reports £465m annual loss in 2020
The UK government’s plans to reopen air travel has provided hope for recovery in summer 2021
Heathrow begins preparing for the reopening of air travel
The CEO of Heathrow believes that this week’s budget must support the industry’s recovery if it is to stay afloat
Aviation industry responds to Boris Johnson’s roadmap
The new plans have been cautiously welcomed across the sector, but calls for more support are still being made