Contrary to media reports, the
International Air Transport Association (IATA) has confirmed that Air Zimbabwe
has not had its membership revoked and that it remains a member at the present
time. However, in order to retain IATA membership, Air Zimbabwe, like all other
IATA member airlines, must submit to and pass a biennial IATA
Operational Safety Audit (IOSA).
IOSA compliance
is mandatory for IATA membership. Air Zimbabwe has a period of 90 days in
which to renew its IOSA certification, after which, it will cease to
be an IATA member. "Safety is a key component in ensuring
Zimbabwe can benefit from all that safe skies can bring. IOSA certification has
improved the hull loss rate significantly and is an important element
for building safe, sustainable aviation in Africa. As always IATA is
ready to assist Air Zimbabwe wherever possible in renewing its IOSA
certification and continuing to benefit from the financial and other
services IATA members participate in," said Mike Higgins, IATA Regional
Vice-President for Africa.
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