About Us

About Us

Who We Are

Founded in 1980, the Latin American & Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA for its name in Spanish) is a private, non-profit organization that strategically works with public and private sector to enhance an even safer, more efficient and more sustainable aviation industry.

We serve as a platform where airlines, suppliers and government stakeholders work together to solve operational challenges, improve safety standards and advance competitiveness.

Our members represent over 85% of the region’s air traffic.

Mission

To foster a safer, more sustainable, efficient, and competitive aviation environment for airlines in Latin America and the Caribbean through advocacy and collaboration

Our Work

We serve as a technical and strategic support to the sector through our advocacy, committees, working groups and data-driven analysis. ALTA focuses on:

  • Strengthening operational safety
  • Ensuring highest standards and global best practices
  • Facilitating technical dialogue with authorities
  • Reducing operational barriers and unnecessary costs
  • Producing market intelligence for informed decisions
  • Consolidating regional industry positions on key regulatory issues

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MEMBERS

29

FULL

13

ASSOCIATE

60

STRATEGIC PARTNERS

8

COMMITTEES

5

ANNUAL CONFERENCES

45+

YEARS OF
HISTORY

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Johnny
Gallardo

Accounting Director

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Johnny is a Public Accountant graduated from Santa Maria University in Caracas, Venezuela. He has over 30 years of experience in service and manufacturing companies in the Administration, Accounting and Finance areas, leading the implementation of administrative and financial systems and restructuring of the accounting department. In January 2009, he joined ALTA as head of Administration and Finance with the objective of preparing the financial statements and responsible for the external audit, updating internal procedures, controlling assets and coordinating IT services and maintenance, providing forecasting and financial reporting to drive current and long-term profitability.

Maria Carolina
Cárdenas

Chief of Staff

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Carolina is a lawyer, specialized in International Law and Business since 2007. She has worked at Citibank, Asobolsa (as Legal and Administrative Vice President), IATA (as Government Affairs Manager), and more recently has provided consulting services in personal and professional development.