IATA manages regulatory affairs and policy matters on behalf of its airline Members. Despite the progressive liberalisation of air transport around the world, the past decade has seen unprecedented regulatory activity by governments. Most new regulations focus on consumer protection and competition law issues.
IATA serves as the voice of the industry when it comes to the economic contribution of air transport, the consumer benefits of the multilateral interline system and the need to respect a balance of interests essential to ensuring the sustainability of the business. IATA's regulatory activities encompass many aspects of aviation. See the current aeropolitical issues and the regulatory issues bulletins (GOVAFs).
Cooperation and a smooth working relationship with international regulatory bodies are essential in representing global airline interests including: