IATA Airline Membership Benefits

IATA provides a powerful, unified and experienced voice to support and promote its airlines' operations and aspirations.
Supported by over 80 offices in 110 countries, IATA actively lobbies governments and other international bodies on key issues such as safety, security, taxation, liberalisation and environmental responsibility.

Safety remains the industry’s top priority and IATA assists its members in continuing to meet industry standards.
IOSA, which is now mandatory for IATA membership, is a critical component of IATA’s safety programme. IATA meets the core costs of re-audits for its members.
IATA is actively working with ICAO to globally harmonise security measures and is working to improve security processes through Simplifying Passenger Travel (SPT).
Environmental responsibility. IATA is driving the industry towards carbon-neutral growth and ultimately a carbon-free future.

Members have the opportunity to help drive the industry’s priorities on key initiative such as Simplifying the Business (StB), which aims to improve passenger convenience while reducing costs and improving efficiency.
In 2008, the industry reached 100% e-ticketing and continues to support members in implementing other StB goals.

IATA offers a number of financial services at reduced fees to help contain costs, improve cash flow and maximise efficiency.
Through its External Costs Campaign, IATA is helping members achieve cost reductions related to ATC charges, fuel and taxation.

Participation in member conferences, committees and groups offers unprecedented access to a variety of airline and industry partners.
The IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit bring together representatives from leading international airlines.
IATA helps members gain influence with the travel agent community through the IATA Agency Programme.

IATA provides training in major fields such as passenger, cargo and safety.
IATA programmes help to strengthen the capabilities of aviation industry professionals.
IATA members receive discounts up to 30% on a number of IATA products and services.