IATA brings critical SAF training to the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2026.

Ujjwal Sukhwani
By Ujjwal SukhwaniPublished Feb 17, 2026 at 07:00 AM UTC, 2 min read

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IATA brings critical SAF training to the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2026.

IATA will host a Sustainable Aviation Fuel training session at the 2026 Sustainable Skies World Summit to help the industry reach net-zero emissions goals.

Key Takeaways

  • IATA hosts SAF training in March 2026.
  • The session targets net-zero aviation goals.
  • Professionals will learn about SAF supply chains.
  • The event takes place at Farnborough.

The IATA will lead a new session. It happens at the 2026 world summit. The focus is Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This training runs from March 17-18. It helps experts learn about clean fuel. The goal is reaching net-zero emissions soon.

Bridging the Knowledge Gap

Aviation must reduce its carbon footprint now. SAF is the primary tool for this. Many workers need more training on SAF. IATA created this course for industry leaders. It covers fuel standards and supply chains. Students learn how to use SAF well.

Why This Training Matters

The Sustainable Skies World Summit is vital. It brings airlines and fuel makers together. The ICAO sets very high green goals. Airlines must follow these new rules now. Training helps staff manage these big changes. This supports the 2050 net-zero target.

Key Training Objectives

  • Learn about practical SAF adoption methods.
  • Understand the costs and technical needs.
  • Discuss policy and legal rules today.
  • Keep airlines safe and very green.

Industry Impact

The summit is held at Farnborough. It is a center for new ideas. Upskilling is vital for the modern workforce. IATA says SAF provides most carbon cuts. This training helps reach that big goal. Industry data shows SAF is essential. Experts believe training will speed up progress. Airlines can now prepare for a cleaner future.

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