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IATA

Introduction

This article tries to unveil more about the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and focuses more on the certification program and the relevance of the same. It answers the questions: 

1. What is IATA
2. What is the work of IATA
3. How is IATA important
4. What is the basic salary after completing an IATA certification program
5. How do I become IATA certified

What is IATA?

      IATA which stands for International Air Transport Association was founded in 1945 in Havana, Cuba. It is an international organization connecting and governing 290 airlines found in 120 countries. However, when it started, 19th April 1945 it connected 57 airlines in 31 countries. So in these 75 years, it has made remarkable progress in terms of coverage. IATA has its headquarters in Montreal, Quebec province in Canada. The Director-General cum Chief Executive Officer of the International Air Transport Association is Alexandre de Juniac.

      International Air Transport Association succeeds the International Air Traffic Association formed in 1919 at The Hague in the Netherlands. 

      Apart from managing the airlines, it runs various courses in the tourism industry and international air travel. These are courses recognized globally and which can be added to the curriculum vitae of students. Member airlines of IATA account for 82% of the total seat miles air traffic. 

      Most of the time, it is impossible to mention the International Air Transport Association without mentioning the International Civil Aviation Organization, (ICAO) sometimes they are confused. The truth is that IATA provides input for ICAO which is newer in terms of formation. 

      Like many other organizations, IATA has been affected by the new novel Coronavirus. According to their report at their portal, it has lost 314 Billion US Dollars in 2020 having have canceled 4.5 million flights until 30th June 2020.

• IATA stands for International Air Transport Association

What is the work of IATA?

      It is very essential to understand the work done by IATA. IATA is an organization that focuses on safety, security, communication, learning, and improvement in the air transport industry.

     IATA works to provide airline safety and security. Efforts done by the organization has reduced the number of air accidents. It works against hijack cases like the case of 911 linking plane hijack by Osama Bin Laden. By doing this, it promotes a safe secure and regular air travel.

   IATA ensures that there is communication. It cooperates with other organizations in the air Transport field. As well, it offers an opportunity for international organizations dealing with air travel to collaborate.

     It is important to note that, IATA gives training in tourism and travel. IATA qualified professionals can be employed in travel airlines which are part of IATA. By doing this, it has provided employment, income, and improvement of lives. So it is a very important fact that IATA is part and parcel of the development across the globe.

Why is IATA important?

I will have to clarify the importance of IATA both to industry and to individuals. In the industry, the following are the important benefits of IATA:

1. Fostering safety: IATA governs the safety of airline travelers in the 120 member states. It has put on the ground measures that will bring safety to the planes in order to avoid plane crashes. The industry gets a lot of benefits from the RADAR and aerial monitoring of IATA which produces a great effect as no traveler wants to find himself or herself entangled in a plane crash.
2. Fostering security: We have had cases of plane hijacks and missile attacks on planes. One importance of IATA is to foster security by preventing such occurrences. Measures put on the ground are important to ensure that there is security for the travelers and the crew.
3. Fostering communication: IATA has a special role in fostering communication and cooperation in the field of Air travel. Through connecting air transport agencies, IATA works to ensure that there is mutual understanding for the development of the organizations and the industry at large. One important case is that of ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization)
4. Fostering of air commerce: IATA plays an important function here. IATA studies problems connected with the industry and works to solve them.

IATA has a special role for each and every individual. This is done through training, marketing, and employment. As I mentioned earlier, it is possible to gain education from various educational centers and become certified after which you can be employed at the front line or entry-level operations in travel agencies and airlines under IATA, ICAO, or the Chicago Convention.

In this article, I will clarify the process of IATA certification very well and talk more about the benefits thereafter.

IATA Training Requirements

In order to qualify for an IATA certification program, you need to meet some standard requirements across the globe. You need a bachelor's degree in any course. As well, you need good skills in English reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It is important to note that SAT and ACT scores matter even if it doesn't apply to all institutions. You need to understand your world especially in terms of the geographical makeup. Knowledge of the basic geography of the different continents and oceans is very important in qualification for the IATA certification program.

However, in order to become an IATA consultant, you need to have a diploma in the various diploma courses in IATA. To become eligible for that course you need 2 years of experience in either international travel or tourism industry.

These certification programs cover:

• World Geography
• IATA city codes
• Facilitation management
• Flight Bookings
• PNR creations
• CRS
• Airline ticketing

Top courses offered by IATA:

• Ground operations diploma
• Diploma in aviation security screening
• Foundation course in travel and tourism
• Diploma in travel and tourism
• Advanced cargo rating and marketing course 

Top institutions in India that offer IATA training:

• Christ University
• Akbar Academy
• Aircraft Aviation Training and Management Institute

In India, the course fee ranges from INR 10000 to INR 120 000

What is the basic salary after doing an IATA course?

According to Richard Prabhakar, an aviation expert, the IATA course depends on your area of specialization, 6 to 18 thousand US Dollars for the Airport Management area. 12 to 25 thousand US Dollars for airline management and 14 to 25 thousand dollars for passport office.

How do I become IATA certified?

This is a process that needs more strictness. I compiled it for any individual or organization that wants to be IATA certified.

1. Create a profile. You will create a profile on the customer profile component of the IATA portal at www.iota.org. Data needed for creating an account includes personal information and your email address. You will enter and confirm your password for security and agree with terms and conditions before logging in.
2. Download an application packet. You can find it in the IATA portal.
3. Fill in the form. It will have basic questions. After answering it you will submit it via email or at the portal. If you do by email, use the email address: info@iatan.org 

You will need to pay a fee in US Dollars around $165 to $300

You will receive a notification on your certification. Remember to safeguard your IATA code. It is as important as a national identity card.

I hope this article has helped you get answers to many of your questions.

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