International Civil Aviation Organization

What keeps international aviation safe, secure, and sustainable? From the Chicago Convention and its 19 Annexes to 44 international air law treaties, ICAO brings together 193 countries to develop and adopt the Standards and Recommended Practices that serve as the framework for international civil aviation. Through technical guidance and implementation support, ICAO leads progress towards global connectivity, with zero fatalities and net-zero carbon emissions. ICAO at a glance. 👇

✈️ Sustainable aviation isn't achieved through technology alone. It also depends on how aircraft are operated. Modern air navigation systems play a vital role in improving operational efficiency, reducing fuel consumption, and supporting aviation's environmental objectives. The Aviation Sustainability – Global Air Navigation self-paced course explores the operational strategies and global frameworks that support more sustainable air navigation. The course covers: ◾ Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) ◾ ICAO's Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP) ◾ Flight Optimization for Sustainability Available as a standalone course or as part of the Aviation Sustainability programme, it offers flexible learning for aviation professionals worldwide. 🔗 Start learning: https://lnkd.in/ehJkpm8c

Live Sponsored Webinar: Digital Travel Credentials in Practice Digital Travel Credentials (DTCs) are no longer just a concept; they are now actively transitioning into live operations, pilot projects, and real-world border environments. If you are an aviation, border, and identity management professional, join us for an insightful session exploring how DTC is transitioning from technical specification to scalable deployment. Experts from ICAO, Amadeus and officials from several Member States come together in this sponsored webinar to discuss the role of biometrics, how API/PNR data enhances risk assessment, key lessons from the real world, and more. 👉 Don't miss it, watch on ICAO TV: https://lnkd.in/gMeC5xQZ Disclaimer: This webinar is part of a paid ICAO TV sponsorship. Any references to companies, products or services do not imply endorsement by ICAO. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of ICAO.

Observers will be watching these deliberations closely. The economic opportunities and the broader future of air transport will depend on how ICAO Member States’ policy makers and regulators meet the challenges they face.

How is your State strengthening safety reporting and building a robust safety culture? ICAO's State Safety Reporting Systems Implementation Package (iPack) offers a comprehensive, ready-to-deploy solution designed to enhance how States collect, report, and analyze safety data. With this iPack, States can establish a structured, practical framework to implement or improve their safety reporting systems while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. https://lnkd.in/g-Xgkd4p

✈️ What will it take to create a more inclusive and diverse aviation workforce? Collaboration among governments, industry, international organizations, and academia is key to advancing women's participation and empowerment across the sector. During the upcoming ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit 2026, participants will discuss emerging trends and practical approaches to strengthening women's representation in the industry through leadership, skill building, training, and career opportunities. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eE3SKJJK 💬 Interested in joining the discussions at the Summit? Registration is still open: https://lnkd.in/e2_JZ8dj

More pathways to support #NetZero50 ✈️🌱 An additional Sustainability Certification Schemes (SCS) has been approved by the ICAO Council, bringing the total number of approved schemes to four. This marks another important step in facilitating the uptake of aviation cleaner energies and supporting the aviation sector’s decarbonization efforts. Here's why it matters: Under CORSIA, aircraft operators can reduce their offsetting requirements by claiming emissions reductions from the use of aviation cleaner energies. To ensure these emissions reductions are credible and environmentally sound, the fuels must be certified under Sustainability Certification Schemes approved by the ICAO Council, demonstrating compliance with CORSIA's sustainability criteria. The newly approved SCSs is reflected in the ICAO document on CORSIA Approved Sustainability Certification Schemes, available here: https://lnkd.in/envv_U4g   Interested SCSs are invited to submit applications to ICAO between 1 February to 15 March every year: https://lnkd.in/egHkavsH

Safe, resilient, and sustainable aerodrome infrastructure is essential to supporting the continued growth and efficiency of global aviation. As airports face evolving operational demands, emerging technologies, environmental challenges, and increasing traffic, ICAO's aerodrome work helps States and industry stakeholders strengthen safety, capacity, and resilience through international Standards and guidance. Last week, the 9th Meeting of the ICAO Aerodrome Design and Operations Panel Working Group (ADOP/WG/9) was held at ICAO Headquarters in Montréal, bringing together around 60 experts from 23 States and 10 international organizations. Discussions focused on enhancements to aerodrome design and maintenance, modernization of visual aids, vertiports, water aerodromes, climate change impacts on airport pavement infrastructure, runway friction, and more. The meeting outcomes will support future updates to ICAO's Standards and Recommended Practices in Annex 14, Volume I, the PANS-Aerodromes (Doc 9981), and related guidance material, helping States and aerodrome operators enhance airport safety, operational capacity, and infrastructure resilience worldwide.

The latest edition of the ICAO Spotlight Newsletter is now available. This month, revisit key discussions from ICAO Aviation Climate Week 2026, now streaming on ICAO TV, and explore the latest ICAO Explained episode on Aviation and the Environment. You'll also find information on upcoming events, including the ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit 2026, featured ICAO training opportunities, publications from the ICAO Store, and new articles from Uniting Aviation.

⚖️ Missed the 4th ICAO Civil Aviation Legal Advisers Forum (CALAF/4)? Or want to revisit the discussions? CALAF/4 brought together global legal and aviation leaders to examine emerging litigation trends, passenger rights, data protection, aviation security, AI, advanced air mobility, and other issues shaping the future of international civil aviation. 🎥 Watch all the sessions on ICAO TV: https://lnkd.in/g-DicyhV