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These pages provide analysis of economic and policy developments affecting the financial performance of the global airline industry.
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International demand from PR China has yet to recover
PR China remained under strict travel policies for three years, while the rest of the world closely watched for its reopening and the effects it would have on the global economy and air traffic numbers.
- Chart of the Week
Air freighters increase market share on transpacific route
In the fourth quarter of 2023, the airline industry recorded 58.2 billion international Cargo Tonne-Kilometers (CTKs), which amounts to 99% of the Q4 2019 level and 92% of the peak demand observed in Q4 2021.
- Chart of the Week
Aviation Value Chain
An analysis of investor returns in 2022 within the aviation value chain
- Value of Aviation
International traffic grew in all major route areas in 2023
All major international route areas expanded in 2023 on year-on-year basis. International passenger traffic saw a significant resurgence, with global Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPKs) soaring by 42% over the previous year.
- Chart of the Week
2023 saw a stellar industry-wide performance
Industry-wide traffic, measured in Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPK), grew by an impressive 36.9% in 2023 compared to 2022, and reached 94.1% of 2019 levels.
- Chart of the Week
Air Cargo Market Analysis December 2023
Air cargo closing the year with strong momentum
- Air Freight Monthly Analysis
Air Passenger Market Analysis December 2023
2023 was marked by strong industry-wide recovery
- Air Passenger Monthly Analysis
Geopolitical tensions disrupt airline competitive landscape
Recent geopolitical disruptions have impacted jet fuel prices in Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) disproportionately.
- Chart of the Week
French domestic flight bans and carbon emissions reductions
In June 2023, France formally introduced a ban on direct domestic flights that could be replaced by a train ride lasting no more than 2 ½ hours.
- Chart of the Week
A historic election year in 2024 spells elevated policy risk
2024 will be a historic year in terms of national elections around the world. More than 70 countries will go to the polls, involving 4.2 billion people, and hence a majority of the world’s population for the first time ever.
- Chart of the Week
