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Mapping the Future of Hydrogen and Electric Aviation
New technologies, including hydrogen and electric propulsion, are expected to deliver 13% of the emissions reductions needed for aviation to reach net-zero CO₂ emissions by 2050.
- Chart of the Week
Labor Licensing and Mobility in Air Transport
Occupational licensing requirements have become prevalent across job markets globally.
- Market & Industry Issues
Air Passenger Market Analysis August 2026
Passenger Traffic Returns to Contraction in August.
- Air Passenger Monthly Analysis
Air Cargo Market Analysis August 2026
Demand Outpaces Capacity as Fuel Costs Surge.
- Air Freight Monthly Analysis
Comparing Single-Use Plastic Products and Their Alternatives
Guidance on the use of life cycle assessment in airline decision-making.
A New Era of Higher Interest Rates – Another Headwind
The US Federal Reserve raised its policy rate by 25 basis points on 16 September – the first increase since 2023.
- Chart of the Week
CORSIA EEU Supply is Growing but not Fast Enough
The supply of eligible emissions units (EEUs) under the ICAO Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) continues to grow, but it falls well short of the 200-250 million emission units that will be needed by January 2028.
- Chart of the Week
Structural Shifts Increase Jet Fuel Crack Risks
Fuel is the largest operating expense for airlines. Jet fuel costs more than crude oil, and the difference between the two is called the jet fuel crack spread.
- Chart of the Week
How Book-and-Claim Enables Broader SAF Access
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is expected to deliver around 65% of the emissions reductions needed by 2050 to achieve the airline industry's net-zero goal.
- Chart of the Week
Air Cargo Market Analysis July 2026
Freighter Strength Drives Air Cargo Growth.
- Air Freight Monthly Analysis