The World’s largest aviation trade organization #IATA (International Air Transport Association) is organisting its 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) at #BharatMandapam, Pragati Maidan in #NewDelhi , India on 1st to 3rd June hosted by @IndiGo6E
It was founded in 1945 and has over 340 member airlines representing over 80% of global air traffic.OAG (Official Airline Guide) .Aviation reports 735 airlines operating worldwide as of May 2025. In 2025, the total sales volume of all airlines worldwide is projected to reach $1 trillion, marking a historic milestone for the industry. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects 5.2 billion passengers to travel by air in 2025, a 6.7% increase compared to 2024.
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Prime Minister of India, is likely to inaugurate the IATA AGM. Some 1,700 participants are registered to attend, including industry leaders, government officials and media.“We are excited to bring the IATA AGM to India after a 42-year gap. India’s place in global aviation has changed dramatically, particularly over the last decade. The country has seen record aircraft orders, impressive growth, and world class infrastructure developments. The AGM will allow aviation leaders and journalists from around the world to witness first-hand how India’s rapidly modernizing and expanding aviation sector is contributing to the country’s overall economic and social development,” said
@williewalsh , IATA’s Director General. India’s aviation industry directly employs 369,700 people and generates $5.6 billion of GDP. When indirect, induced and tourism impacts are included, the totals rise to 7.7 million jobs and $53.6 billion of GDP (1.5%). @pieterelbers