The Airline Industry Reservations Interline Message Procedures is the definitive global reference for standardised communication protocols used in passenger reservation interline messaging. These standards underpin millions of daily transactions, enabling seamless data exchange between travel agencies and airline systems, as well as between airlines themselves. What does the AIRIMP include? Published by the Passenger Services Conference, the AIRIMP sets out internationally agreed messaging standards for managing passenger reservation interline communications. These specifications support high-volume data exchanges across the travel industry, including airlines, airports, Global Distribution Systems (GDS), Computer Reservation Systems (CRS), system providers, government bodies, and travel agencies. Within the Airline Industry Reservations Interline Message Procedures manual, you’ll find comprehensive guidance covering: Core reservation rules and principles Structure and composition of standard reservation messages Message procedures with practical examples Availability and status messaging formats Schedule data message standards AIRIMP codes and abbreviations used across reservation systems Exceptional message handling, including formats, procedures, examples, and codes Electronic Ticket (ET) and Electronic Miscellaneous Document (EMD) back-up messages Supporting appendices related to reservation messaging
