Eight countries have launched a new coalition to work towards a better contribution of the aviation sector to climate and development finance, with a special focus on premium flyers.
Launched at the United Nations’ 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Sevilla, Spain, in June 2025, the coalition will examine how best to tax premium classes of commercial flights and private jets, and how all or parts of the proceeds can be invested into resilient investments and fair transitions. A ninth country joined in September 2025.