The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the trade association for the world’s airlines, representing over 360 airlines accounting for some 85% of global air traffic. We support many areas of aviation activity and help formulate industry policy on critical aviation issues.​ 

Vision: 
  
Working together to shape the future growth of a safe, secure and sustainable air transport industry that connects and enriches our world

Mission:

IATA’s mission is to represent, lead, and serve the airline industry.

• Representing the airline industry
  We improve understanding of the air transport industry among decision makers and increase awareness of the benefits that aviation brings to national and global economies. Advocating for the interests of airlines across the globe, we challenge unreasonable rules and charges, hold regulators and governments to account, and strive for sensible regulation.
• Leading the airline industry
  For 80 years, we have developed global commercial standards upon which the air transport industry is built. Our aim is to assist airlines by simplifying processes and increasing passenger convenience while reducing costs and improving efficiency.
• Serving the airline industry
  We help airlines to operate safely, securely, efficiently, and economically under clearly defined rules. Professional support is provided to all industry stakeholders with a wide range of products and expert services.
  
  
  

Our Values:

Our IATA values reflect who we are and how we work together to support each other and our members. Selected by our employees, IATA’s values of One IATA, Trusted, Inclusive and Innovative reflect who we are and how we work together.