What is IATA?
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the trade association for the world’s airlines, representing some 290 airlines or 82% of total air traffic.
We support many areas of aviation activity and help formulate industry policy on critical aviation issues.
IATA South Africa Contact Details
| Region | Africa & Middle East |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Address | IATA Southern Africa, Sandown Mews, East Block, Ground Floor, 88 Stella Street Sandown, Sandton – 2196 |
For Travel and Cargo Agents: +27 (0)11 844 6015
For Airlines: +27 (0)11 844 6015
Who is in charge of IATA in South Africa?
Willie Walsh became the eighth person to lead the International Air Transport Association (IATA) when he took on the role of Director General in April 2021,
after an airline industry career spanning over 40 years.
How big is IATA?
300 Member airlines we are the trade association for the world’s airlines. Our members comprise 83% of total air traffic.
When was IATA founded?
IATA was founded in Havana, Cuba, on 19 April 1945. It is the prime vehicle for inter-airline cooperation in promoting safe, reliable, secure and economical air services –
for the benefit of the world’s consumers. The international scheduled air transport industry is more than 100 times larger than it was in 1945.