The aviation industry is facing significant challenges as it emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, including rebuilding businesses and addressing environmental concerns. The industry must accelerate innovations and embrace emerging technologies to achieve sustainable air travel. This paper explores the path to sustainable air travel and its potential impact on travel programs and business travelers. The global airline passenger outlook is positive, with a post-pandemic rebound expected. However, the industry must navigate complex restrictions and regulations, and travelers must assess the likelihood of their trips being disrupted or their health being put at risk. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) had predicted global airline traffic in 2020 would decline by 66% compared to 2019, but the actual decline was 60%. The industry is now working to recover and prepare for the future.
