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IATA Explained: The Role of International Air Transport Association in the Aviation Industry

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In 2016, the McLaughlin-Sherouse List was published, which ranked all industries in the US according to RegData’s Industry Regulation Index showing the most regulated ones. So, let’s talk about IATA – one of the main regulators of the aviation industry. Someone has to be in control. Source: Fine Art America. What is IATA?

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Timatic by IATA: Travel Requirements Database, Explained

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Perhaps, the most promising implementation is offered by the International Air Transport Association or IATA. Currently tested by Emirates and Etihad airlines, the Travel Pass is promised to become an end-to-end solution that will validate government regulations and standardize the process. Currency Regulations.

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No Excuses: Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle While Traveling for Business or Pleasure

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In this article, we will share practical tips and advice for how to stay healthy while traveling, so you can make the most out of your experiences without sacrificing your well-being. Whether you are planning a vacation with a travel agent or taking a solo adventure, these tips will help you prioritize your health.

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Travel Agency Accreditation, Explained: IATA, IATAN, ARC, CLIA, and TRUE

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IATA accreditation for air travel: IATA vs IATAN vs TIDS International Air Transport Association or IATA is a global trade association of airlines that develops standards and practices for the aviation industry. IATA accreditation exists to verify travel agencies and control the revenue flow, and it’s accepted worldwide.

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Airline Reporting Corporation: ARC Accreditation Options and Steps to Get It

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So, ARC or Airline Reporting Corporation is a company that regulates and handles transactions between airlines and US-based travel agencies. It was established in 1984 as a successor to the Air Traffic Conference of America, formerly known as the Air Transport Association of America (ATA). What is ARC?

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How to Get IATA Accreditation for Travel Business: Options and Steps to Take

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Every industry has its own regulator – an authority that sets standards and improves the cooperation inside. The air travel industry is no exception. IATA stands for International Air Transport Association. IATA-certified agents must commit to an industry ethical codes and meet the general industry procedure standards.

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What is PNR: Passenger Name Record Explained in Details

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A carrier’s operator or authorized travel agent logs into the CRS/GDS to build a PNR file with five mandatory elements (to be discussed later in the section about PNR data). If, for example, a travel agent uses Amadeus to book a flight operated by a Sabre-hosted carrier, there will be at least two PNRs with their own record locators.