IATA: Domestic Air Travel May Recover by 2022 Globally

The transcript discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the aviation industry, emphasizing the need for rigorous testing and the development of a mobile app to ensure safe travel. It outlines the expected recovery timeline for international and domestic travel, highlighting the role of Asia Pacific in the recovery process. The concept of travel bubbles is explored, along with the importance of testing regimes. The transcript also addresses the approval of the 737 Max aircraft and the challenges of pilot training during the pandemic.

What is considered the real solution to restart aviation quickly?

• Developing a vaccine

• Introducing a rigorous testing regime

• Reducing ticket prices

• Increasing flight frequency

What is one of the components of the app being developed for travel bubbles?

• In-flight entertainment

• Health requirement registration

• Luggage tracking

• Weather updates

By what year is international travel expected to recover to 2019 levels?

• 2025

• 2023

• 2022

• 2024

What is the expected recovery year for domestic travel?

• 2021

• 2022

• 2023

• 2024

How might Asian airlines influence the aviation industry post-pandemic?

• By increasing flight frequency

• By reducing ticket prices

• By acquiring more airlines

• By providing recovery models

What is a significant challenge for pilots after a long period of inactivity?

• Staying current with flight simulators

• Managing passenger complaints

• Handling in-flight meals

• Maintaining aircraft

Why is the return of the 737 Max aircraft important?

• It is crucial for short to medium haul routes

• It is cheaper to operate

• It is the only aircraft available

• It has more seating capacity