Quantcast

Wings of Change Americas to focus on aviation opportunities and challenges in the region

A No-Frills Airline Is Getting Into the Premium Game
TAKING OFF: Major airline introduces new inflight service rules with less time to order your drinks
2 Delta flight attendants fail breathalyzer test before flight to JFK
EasyJet reveals plans for new flights from regional UK airport next summer
US Senate panel criticizes rising airline seat fees, will call execs to testify
Spirit’s Demise Is a Lesson in ‘Airline-o-nomics’
Inside BA’s new first-class suites: £800 an hour for most private seat
Focus: US airline flight crews confident and angry as unions seek richer contracts
Hawaiian Airlines Eliminates Widebody Route Amid Alaska Airlines Merger
US budget airlines are struggling. Will pursuing premium passengers solve their problems?
Delta CEO says the Trump administration will reverse government ‘overreach’ seen under Biden
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy: How will it affect your travel plans?
British Airways yet to identify cause of latest IT meltdown
Delta Airlines Will Start Serving Shake Shack Cheeseburgers Next Month
United Sees Nearly 30% Surge in Travel to European Christmas Markets
Budget airline Israir to launch flights between Israel and NY, ending wartime monopoly by flagship carrier El Al
Asia's airlines blame supply chain woes for disrupted operations
Qantas and Qatar Airways: Planned partnership in the Australian aviation industry under the microscope
Spirit Airlines delays release of Q3 financial results as debt restructuring talks heat up
Delta investigating after plane’s nose mysteriously suffered damage
What Elon Musk's Starlink means for airlines
CAP OFF Major twist in Dublin Airport passenger cap row as High Court pauses decision in victory for airlines next summer season
Riyadh Air plans new jet order decision early next year
Calls for a blanket ban on politicians receiving free flight upgrades
Wizz Air Loses Challenge Against EU-Approved Romanian Aid for TAROM
Southwest, Other Airlines Plan a Shake-Up. Why They Need More to Boost Their Stocks.
One of Boeing's biggest customers leveled fresh criticism over ongoing 737 Max delivery delays
Low-Cost Airlines Innovate with Subscription Models
LA Considers $25 And $30 Minimum Wages For Hotel And Airport Workers
Airlines are on the hook for more than you think if something goes wrong with your trip
Wings of Change Americas to focus on aviation opportunities and challenges in the region
Research
Webp nyneceycmzkhvar9pohiyln5drv3
Kim Macaulay Chief Information & Data Officer | International Air Transport Association - IATA

The International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Wings of Change Americas Conference is set to take place in Bogotá, drawing attention to the theme "The Connectivity Frontier: Exploring New Opportunities in the Region." The event aims to underscore the collaboration between the aviation industry and governmental bodies to enhance regional connectivity and competitiveness. Key topics for discussion will include travel and tourism, technology and innovation, operations, sustainability, and distribution.

Among the notable speakers at the conference are Frederico Pedreira, CEO & President of Avianca, and Peter Cerdá, Regional Vice President for the Americas, IATA. Several prominent airline CEOs will also present, including Roberto Alvo of LATAM Airlines Group, Pedro Heilbron of Copa Airlines, Estuardo Ortiz of JetSMART Airlines, Adrian Neuhauser of Abra Group, and Erika Zarante Bahamón of LATAM Airlines Colombia.

The conference will feature perspectives from a diverse group of industry stakeholders. Arturo Barreira, President of Airbus Latin America and the Caribbean, Natalia Bayona from the UN Tourism, Ricardo Bernardi of Bernardi & Schnapp, Carolina Betancourt from BioD S.A, Rafael Echevarne of ACI-LAC, Natalí Leal of OPAIN, Victoria Platt from SITA, Roberto Roselli of Plus Ultra, and Harris Whitbeck, Minister of Tourism for the Republic of Guatemala, are all scheduled to speak.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

The aviation industry is a significant contributor to economic and social development, supporting over 8.3 million jobs and generating approximately USD 240 billion in GDP as of 2023. Projections suggest these numbers could nearly double by 2043, reaching 15 million jobs and a GDP contribution of USD 500 billion.

Bogotá was chosen as the conference venue due to the air transport sector's growing impact in Colombia. In 2023, this sector contributed USD 15.5 billion to the country's GDP and supported approximately 921,000 jobs.

The Wings of Change Americas Conference is part of a broader series, with additional events planned for Dakar, Senegal, and Brussels, Belgium, later this year.

For inquiries, corporate communications can be reached at +1 438 258 3155.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

Eurowings has been recognized as one of the top airlines in Europe, according to a study by the consumer portal Flightright.

Jul 25, 2025

The Ethiopian Airlines Group recently marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its expanded Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities.

Jul 25, 2025

Martha Arauz is the Human Resources Manager at LAV, where she is dedicated to promoting a positive work environment.

Jul 25, 2025

Content creators Adriana and Dylan, known as 2passports1dream, have highlighted Singapore Airlines' business class offerings on TikTok, specifically praising the airline's 'Book the Cook' program.

Jul 24, 2025

Alaska Airlines' Mileage Plan has been recognized as the "Best Airline Rewards Program" by U.S. News & World Report for the 11th consecutive year.

Jul 24, 2025

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are set to introduce a significant change on their Seattle-Tokyo route.

Jul 24, 2025