This course aims to help learners understand how sustainability is embedded in airline operations and corporate governance. Learners will: 

• Recognize how CSR and ESG frameworks guide airline sustainability strategies. 
• Understand passenger rights and accessibility considerations within a sustainable aviation system. 
• Identify practical approaches to reducing cabin and in-flight waste. 

• Describe how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) apply to airlines. 

• Outline some common passenger bill of rights for aviation. 

• Outline the need for and challenges with accessibility for persons with disabilities. 

• Describe the challenges and opportunities for reducing cabin waste. 

All aviation professionals seeking to develop a baseline understanding of sustainability as it applies to civil aviation, including airline, airport, and regulatory personnel, as well as professionals transitioning into aviation from other industries. No previous background or experience in sustainability is required.

Students, educators, consultants, and support-service providers who wish to understand sustainability principles within aviation operations.