Aviation industry data-driven insights
International demand from PR China has yet to recover
23 February 2024
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.
Air freighters increase market share on transpacific route
16 February 2024
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.
International traffic grew in all major route areas in 2023
9 February 2024
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.
2023 saw a stellar industry-wide performance
2 February 2024
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.
Geopolitical tensions disrupt airline competitive landscape
26 January 2024
Recent geopolitical disruptions have impacted jet fuel prices in Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) disproportionately.
French domestic flight bans and carbon emissions reductions
19 January 2024
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. Other countries and many employers have since followed suit.
A historic election year in 2024 spells elevated policy risk
12 January 2024
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.
Regional financial performance recovering, but still varied
15 December 2023
Long-term airline profitability shows that while the industry is exposed to external shocks, it typically returns to profitability relatively quickly.
Airline revenue to surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2023
8 December 2023
Following a better-than-expected performance, total airline revenue in 2023 is estimated to have recovered to around 107% of the pre-Covid level.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel offtake commitments rise in Q3
1 December 2023
There are multiple roadmaps which detail possible pathways for the air transport industry to achieve its Net Zero carbon emissions goal by 2050. They all have one element in common; the reliance on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to achieve this ambitious target.
The strong air passenger recovery continues in Q3 2023
24 November 2023
The September quarter (Q3) saw a continuation of the strong passenger traffic recovery. Industry-wide revenue passenger-kilometers (RPKs) rose by 28.4% compared to Q3 2022.
Airline market share profiles vary across regions
17 November 2023
As the airline industry recovers to pre-pandemic activity levels this year, understanding how airlines are positioned for efficiency and growth is paramount.
Green energy funds underperform the oil and gas sector
10 November 2023
While the global demand for clean and renewable energy sources is growing, the performance of the funds that invest in them has been lagging the conventional energy sector, which is dominated by oil and gas companies.
Cargo traffic maintains recovery trend amid challenges
6 October 2023
After an outstanding performance in 2021, air cargo demand faced consecutive year-on-year (YoY) declines in 2022, a trend that persisted until July 2023. However, August marked a turning point with the first annual growth since February 2022.