• IATA stands for International Air Transport Association.

  • It is a global trade association representing airlines.

  • It was founded in 1945.

  • Headquarters: Montreal, Canada, with executive offices in Geneva.

  • IATA works on:

    • Airline industry standards

    • Safety

    • Operational efficiency

    • Passenger services

    • Financial systems

    • Sustainable aviation

  • It should not be confused with ICAO, which is a specialised UN agency responsible for international civil aviation standards and policy frameworks.

Key Pointers

  • Full form: International Air Transport Association

  • Founded: 1945

  • Nature: Airline industry trade association

  • HQ: Montreal

  • Related UN body: ICAO

  • UPSC angle: International organisations + aviation