Saadia Zahidi Appointed First Female Director General of IATA
The International Air Transport Association appoints Lahore-born economist Saadia Zahidi as its ninth director general, effective November 1, 2026.
Middle East Conflict Sends Aviation Industry Into Turbulence as Fuel Costs and Airspace Risks Surge
Escalating conflict in the Middle East is disrupting global aviation through rising jet fuel prices, expanding no-fly zones, and operational risks, placing airlines and travelers under growing pressure.