International Ground Handling Day (5 May) is a global awareness initiative recognising the professionals who make aviation possible from the ground up.
Ground handling plays a vital role in every safe and efficient flight. From passenger services and lounges to ramp operations, load control, fueling, dispatch support, and other ground services, these teams work behind the scenes to keep aviation moving safely worldwide.
International Ground Handling Day exists to highlight these often-unseen roles, encourage appreciation, and strengthen pride across the global aviation community.
International Ground Handling Day is for everyone involved in ground handling operations, including:
Passenger services and lounges
Ramp operations and baggage handling
Load control / weight & balance
Dispatch and flight coordination
Fueling services
Ground services, supervision, and support roles
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The initiative is open to individuals, companies, airports, airlines, and aviation organisations worldwide. Whether you work on the apron, at the gate, in an office, or in a supporting role, you are part of the ground handling community.
Getting involved is simple and open to everyone.
On 5 May, individuals and organisations are encouraged to:
Share photos, stories, videos or messages related to ground handling on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Recognise colleagues and ground handling professionals
Use the official hashtag #InternationalGroundHandlingDay
Use the official logo in posts and communications
Follow International Ground Handling Day on LinkedIn and Instagram to stay informed and support the initiative.
There is no registration and no formal event required. Participation can be as big or as small as you choose. The goal is awareness, recognition, and appreciation across the global ground handling community.
For general enquiries, media questions, or information about International Ground Handling Day, please get in touch using the contact details below.
General enquiries: contact@internationalgroundhandlingday.org
Organisations interested in supporting International Ground Handling Day: support@internationalgroundhandlingday.org
You can also stay connected and follow updates on:
Instagram: @internationalgroundhandlingday
LinkedIn: International Ground Handling Day
Use these official International Ground Handling Day assets to support and share the initiative on 5 May. Please use the logos respectfully and without alteration.
To simplify things, Celebi Aviation created a free tool that lets anyone upload their own photo and combine it directly with the official International Ground Handling Day logo.
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