Here’s what to expect at this year’s World Aviation Festival

The aviation industry faced some of the toughest conditions imaginable after the spread of COVID-19, with more than 20 air carriers forced to suspend services entirely.

Yet while progress picked up again slowly at first, the latest reports from 2023 suggest that the effects of the pandemic are now firmly behind us. The IATA estimated that last year the airline industry generated $23bn net profit, with an extremely strong summer also expected this year.

Although these are positive indicators, the industry still has challenges ahead that need to be addressed collectively. Current geopolitical tensions have had an impact on flight paths, with the closure of Russian airspace increasing costs for many carriers. Meanwhile, the industry continues to face pressure to address its impact on climate change with innovative solutions.

For these reasons the World Aviation Festival represents a highly important moment in the calendar. The three day event offers industry ...