International Flights are made possible by the Freedoms of the Air, which define nine different types of traffic rights between countries worldwide. We will discuss more about each traffic right.
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What is ‘Freedoms of the Air’?
The freedoms of the air represent a collection of commercial aviation rights that allow a country’s airlines the privilege to access and land in another nation’s airspace.
Why were these Rights Established?
Following disputes regarding the level of aviation liberalization, Freedoms of the Air were established during the International Civil Aviation Convention, also known as the Chicago Convention, in 1944.
How are the Rights Obtained?
The Freedoms of the Air are the guiding principle for rights to international flights. In practice, obtaining specific traffic rights within those freedoms is negotiated directly between countries.
Who Established the Freedoms of the Air?
The Freedoms of the Air were established by a United Nations agency called the International Commission for Air Navigation, which is later known as International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
First Freedom
Second Freedom
Third Freedom
Fourth Freedom
Fifth Freedom
Sixth Freedom
Seventh Freedom
Eighth Freedom
Ninth Freedom
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What about AC SFO-YYZ connecting to AC YYZ-LGA? Not allowed.
Is UA SFO-YYZ connecting to AC YYZ-LGA on the same ticket allowed?
This is exactly what traffic right is about!