The new international rules in aviation industry by International Air Transport Association are covering the safety measures for the animal transportation.Published on : Tuesday, April 10, 2018
The new international rules in aviation industry by International Air Transport Association are covering the safety measures for the animal transportation.
The International Air Transport Association says that a new standardised global certification programme will improve the safety and welfare of animals travelling by air.
Nick Careen, the association’s senior Vice-President of airport, passenger, cargo and security said that last year millions of animals had travelled safely by air. Animal owners and shippers rely heavily on airlines to carry their precious cargo. As an part of industry, the aviation houses have a duty of care to ensure that standards and best practices are in place around the world to protect the welfare of these animals.
The risks were highlighted last month when a dog died on United Airlines flight after its owner was instructed to put the animal in an overhead bin.
United Airlines said that it transported 138,178 animals last year and 18 died, the highest of any airline.
American Airlines and Delta Airlines each reported that two animals died on their planes last year.
IATA said the Center of Excellence for Independent Validators for Live Animals Logistics (CEIV Live Animals) would offer participant stakeholders across the air cargo supply chain with the assurance that certified companies were operating to the highest standards in the transport of live animals.
The International Air Transport Association had developed new rules for carrying pharmaceuticals also.
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