IATAkoder

IATAkoder are the designations assigned by the International Air Transport Association to entities in the civil aviation system. They include three-letter airport codes, two-letter airline designators, and, in some cases, three-letter city codes. IATAkoder form a global, standardized naming system used in reservations, ticketing, baggage handling, timetables, and other industry processes.

Two main categories are most commonly used: airline designators and airport codes. Airline designators are two-letter codes that identify airlines, such as AA for American Airlines, DL for Delta Air Lines, and BA for British Airways. Airport codes are three-letter identifiers for airports, with examples like LAX for Los Angeles, JFK for New York John F. Kennedy, and CDG for Paris Charles de Gaulle. City codes also exist in some contexts, representing metropolitan areas rather than a single airport, and may be used in certain ticketing and planning systems.

IATA codes are maintained by the International Air Transport Association, a global industry association founded to promote safe, reliable, and efficient air transport. They are widely used across spoken and written travel communications, in booking systems, on baggage tags, and in flight timetables. The IATA system is distinct from the ICAO four-letter airport codes used for air traffic control and operational purposes, though both systems are interrelated in industry workflows.

Overall, IATAkoder provide a concise, internationally recognized shorthand for airports, airlines, and related travel information, enabling smooth interactions across carriers, travel agencies, and passengers.