RIO DE JANEIRO — Porter Airlines has officially joined IATA as a member, following Porter’s successful completion of the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) for its Embraer E195-E2 fleet.

Michael Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines, said the the milestone reflects the airline’s rapid growth and its deepening integration with the global aviation community.

“Throughout Porter’s 20-year history, we have sought to elevate the flying experience for our passengers, while working collaboratively with partners and the broader industry. Joining IATA is recognition of the airline we have become and the expansive growth we have undergone in recent years,” said Deluce. “We have seen strong interest from international airlines in working with us and IATA membership gives us the platform to build on those relationships, while also contributing to conversations that are shaping the future of aviation.”

“We are pleased to welcome Porter Airlines to IATA’s airline membership and extend our congratulations on this key milestone. We look forward to their active participation and collaboration in shaping the industry’s agenda and priorities, contributing to the continued growth of aviation in Canada and worldwide,” said IATA’s director general, Willie Walsh.

Deluce noted that IATA membership provides Porter with a formal voice contributing to global aviation standards and policies alongside the world’s leading carriers and a platform to facilitate relationships with international airline partners, opening doors for more interline and codeshare partnerships.

Porter joins more than 370 airlines in the IATA community, a body that represents over 80% of worldwide air traffic. Porter currently partners with 15 airlines spanning North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

Lead image caption: IATA’s director general, Willie Walsh and Michael Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines