DCA crash underscores aviation workers’ heavy responsibility and unwavering commitment

In light of the announcement that the PSA Airlines Flight 5342 crash has now moved to a recovery operation, the ITF mourns the tragic loss of life of the crew and passengers on board the aircraft and the personnel aboard the military helicopter. “This tragedy is felt across our movement,” said Stephen Cotton, ITF General Secretary. […]


February 3, 2025

ITF statement on PSA Airlines flight 5342 collision

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) are shocked and saddened by the tragic midair collision involving a PSA Airlines jet operating as American Airlines Flight 5342, and a U.S. Army helicopter near Washington, D.C early this morning. This flight was crewed by members of our affiliates, the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA-CWA) and the Air […]


January 30, 2025

Chronic staffing issues put aviation growth projections at risk

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) today called upon airlines, airports, ANSPs, ground handlers, OEMs and stakeholders across the aviation supply chain to engage with unions on chronic staffing issues which, if left unaddressed, will threaten the industry’s growth and sustainability. “We’ve seen IATA’s projections for civil aviation in 2025 for an estimated 5.2 billion passengers and […]


January 3, 2025

ITF joins global aviation industry in delivering joint declaration to ICAO, on 80th anniversary of the Chicago Convention

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Chicago Convention, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is joining 10 leading aviation and transport organisations in pledging its commitment to making the industry safer, more secure and sustainable for all. Despite eight decades of progress and innovation, made possible by nearly 4.5 million workers, privatisation, de-regulation, and […]


December 10, 2024

Most aviation workers face violence or harassment at work regularly, new report finds

ITF report finds violence and harassment against aviation workers commonplace and sets out clear recommendations for industry and regulators to make workplaces safer. The report ‘Make Work Safe: Eliminating Violence and Harassment Against Aviation Workers’, commissioned by the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), found that 70% of aviation workers regularly experience verbal abuse at work.  […]


November 25, 2024

Shape the Future of Aviation Jobs! Take the Global Skills Taskforce Survey (Closes Nov 8th)

Calling all Aviation Workers! The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) stands with you in demanding a #NewDealforAviation. This means jobs with good pay, strong working conditions, and a secure future. Here’s your chance to make a difference! The Global Aviation and Aerospace Skills Taskforce is conducting a vital survey to understand how the industry attracts […]


November 5, 2024

ITF Milestone in Global Aviation Governance

At our recent Civil Aviation Conference held on 15 October 2024, in Marrakech, affiliates across the board expressed strong support for intensifying our involvement and influence within the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). In the wake of the Conference, a landmark achievement was our first-ever participation as observers on the ICAO Council, marking a pivotal […]


November 1, 2024

Transport unions strike against Milei’s anti-union laws

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) sends unwavering solidarity to transport workers striking in Argentina today.   The strikers and their unions are protesting President Javier Milei’s vicious attacks on workers – his austerity measures, attack on right to strike and anti-union policies.  In a flagrant bid to pander to big businesses by offering tax breaks […]


October 31, 2024