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  • Training

Why Developing SMEs as Trainers is Essential to Retaining Aviation Knowledge

Discover why developing SMEs as trainers is essential for retaining aviation knowledge, strengthening learning culture, improving training effectiveness, and boosting employee retention. Learn the key competencies SMEs need to transfer expertise, drive performance, and support long-term organizational success.

07.08.2026
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  • Training

Why Training Needs Assessment and Analysis are Strategic Performance Drivers

A Training Needs Assessment (TNA) helps L&D specialists and managers improve performance, align training with business goals, and maximize resources. Learn how a TNA demonstrates the value of training and supports strategic success, especially during uncertain times.

31.07.2026
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  • Training
  • Webinar

The Demand for New Skills to Support Evolution in Travel and Tourism

Travel and tourism offers exciting career opportunities in a growing sector that delivers meaningful social and economic benefits in emerging economies and around the world. Achieving this impact sustainably, however, will require the workforce to develop new skills and competencies

22.07.2026
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  • Training
  • Market Insights & Statistics

How to Attract Airlines to Your Destination: What DMOs Need to Know

Learn how DMOs can attract airlines and improve destination connectivity through data-driven strategies. Discover how to build compelling business cases, align with airline priorities, and unlock sustainable tourism growth.

30.04.2026
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  • MRO
  • Training
  • Market Insights & Statistics

Optimizing Decisions Amid Aviation Supply Chain Turmoil

Explore how aviation supply chain disruptions—from aircraft and engine delays to parts shortages and workforce gaps—are impacting airline costs and growth, and what strategic, data-driven actions airlines can take to stay resilient.

19.04.2026
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  • DGR
  • Training

Enhancing the Standards in Dangerous Goods Training: Insights from the 2026 CBTA Center Conference

The CBTA Center Conference, held alongside the IATA World Cargo Symposium in Lima, is one of the few moments each year when the global network of trainers, program managers, and dangerous goods specialists convenes in one place.

16.04.2026
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  • Training

A Comprehensive Guide on How to Make a Career in Travel & Tourism

Explore careers in sales and marketing for travel & tourism. Learn how roles evolve from customer-facing positions to leadership and strategy, and discover the skills needed to grow across airlines, travel agencies and destination marketing.

15.04.2026
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  • Ground Operations
  • Training
  • Airports

How to Lead an Airport Beyond Normal Operating Hours

Explore how airports manage disruptions beyond operating hours, from staffing and regulations to proactive planning. Learn best practices for handling irregular operations and keeping passengers, safety, and efficiency at the forefront.

13.04.2026
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  • Cargo
  • Training

A Comprehensive Guide on How to Make a Career in Air Cargo Management

Discover how to build a successful career in air cargo management. Explore key roles, required skills, career paths and training options in this comprehensive guide to opportunities in one of aviation’s fastest-evolving and most resilient sectors.

24.02.2026
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  • Training

Human Resources: Set to Shape Aviation's Future

Aviation’s digital and commercial transformation, combined with air travel growth, are redefining the industry’s required skillsets. Human Resources must adapt its traditional strategies to overcome the ever-changing dynamics.

11.02.2026
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  • Training
  • Safety

Document Control Systems: At the Heart of Operational Safety and Efficiency

A document control system (DCS) is vital for safe and efficient aviation, as it provides oversight for crucial regulatory and procedural information. Controlling manuals is essential—though methods vary by organization, effective management is key to air transport success.

03.02.2026
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  • Training
  • Market Insights & Statistics

Network Planning: Aviation’s Biggest Influencer?

Network Planning is at the heart of aviation. It’s complexity and ability to affect—and be affected—by every aspect of aviation and external events makes it one of the most exciting challenges in the industry where no two days are the same.

02.02.2026
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  • Ground Operations
  • Training

What It Takes to Become a Ramp Supervisor: From A to Z

As air traffic grows, so does the demand for skilled ground operations staff, creating many career opportunities. Find out why ramp supervision is a fulfilling career path, what qualifications you need, and how to kickstart your journey toward becoming a ramp supervisor.

26.11.2025
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  • Training

How to Work in Airline Network Planning: A Critical Role in Airline Management

Have you ever thought about who decides where an airline flies to and why? Learn why airline network planning is a rewarding career, the qualifications needed, and how to begin your journey to becoming an airline network planning manager.

17.11.2025
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  • Ground Operations
  • Training

A Comprehensive Guide on How to Make a Career in Ground Operations

Discover three career paths in ground operations: passenger service supervision, ramp supervision, and station management. Learn how each role powers airport efficiency and explore the skills and preparation needed to succeed.

10.11.2025
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  • Training

Learning & Development in Aviation: A Podcast by IATA Training

Expert-led discussions across 8 episodes on aviation’s talent challenges, from performance and skills gaps to leadership and retention, giving HR, L&D, and operations leaders practical strategies to boost effectiveness and efficiency.

10.11.2025
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  • Training

A Comprehensive Guide on How to Make a Career in Airline Management

Gain a clear view of today’s most in-demand airline management careers. Find out what each role involves, which skills matter most, and how IATA Training can help you advance with confidence in aviation management.

07.11.2025
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  • Training

10 Emerging Trends Shaping Aviation & What You Need To Navigate Them

From sustainability and safety to digital transformation and new regulations, discover the 10 key trends reshaping aviation. Learn why these changes make training essential and how the right skills can keep your career future-ready.

08.09.2025
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  • Training
  • Finance, Payment & Taxation

Revenue Management: the Heartbeat of Aviation

Revenue management is the engine behind airline profitability. From pricing strategies and load factors to AI-driven tools and simulation training, dive into the complexities and innovations behind one of aviation’s most vital and fast-evolving functions.

17.07.2025
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  • Training
  • Webinar

The Freedom to Fail – Build the Skills to Succeed in our High-Risk Environment with Training Simulations

Aviation is a complex industry with multiple moving parts. Within it, decisions have wide-reaching, sometimes catastrophic consequences. But learning to make good decisions requires having the freedom to fail. That’s where simulation comes in.

22.11.2024
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  • Training
  • Safety

How to Become an Airline Quality Assurance Specialist: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the vital role of airline quality assurance specialists in ensuring aviation safety. Learn about their mission, qualifications needed, and how to start your journey in this rewarding career.

02.10.2024

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