Overview
- ICAO established the annual observance in 1994, with formal United Nations recognition following in 1996.
- This year’s focus centers on innovation and sustainability aligned with the UN’s 2030 Agenda for more inclusive, lower‑emission air transport.
- The ICAO Council, reported as a 36‑member body, oversees global standards that underpin aviation safety, operations and environmental performance.
- Coverage underscores aviation’s role in connecting remote regions and enabling humanitarian logistics, including rapid delivery of aid, vaccines and medical supplies.
- Mexico marked the day with a national ceremony featuring SICT, AFAC, ASA and ICAO representatives, echoing the motto "Safe skies, sustainable future," while reporting also highlighted airport modernization projects in Peru as examples of regional development.