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Chart of the Week - 22 May 2026

Travelers opt to stay closer to home this summer

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May 2026

Regional Air Connectivity - Country Snapshots

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Air Cargo Market Analysis

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Air Passenger Market Analysis

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Charts of the Week

Travelers opt to stay closer to home this summer

22 May 2026

Despite the major disruption to travel caused by the war in Iran and the exceptionally high jet fuel prices,
global air passenger ticket bookings rose by 6% in March and April, for travel between June and September,
compared to the same months in 2025.

Airlines Rebalance Asia Pacific Traffic Amid Iran War

15 May 2026

The Middle East’s geographic position makes it a major global transfer hub, shaping traffic flows across many long-haul corridors, particularly linking Asia Pacific with other regions.

The Potential of Energy Crops

8 May 2026

Energy crops can boost biomass availability while promoting positive environmental outcomes such as improved soil health, water quality, and biodiversity, as well as avoiding potential land-use-change issues.

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