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Global Outlook for Air Transport - December 2025

A semi-annual report about developments in the airline industry.
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Chart of the Week

Aviation industry data-driven insights every Friday.
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Air Cargo: Monthly Market Analysis

Air Cargo Volumes Rise Despite Network Turmoil.
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Air Passenger: Monthly Market Analysis

April Sees the First Traffic Contraction Since Covid.
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Quarterly Air Transport Chartbook - Q1 2026

A quarterly review of the industry passenger, cargo, and financial performance.
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Value of Aviation - Country Reports

A list of IATA's report about the value of air transport in over 80 countries.
International Tax Governance
International Tax Governance
Trends and implications for the international air transport industry. [May 2026]
The Middle East in Global Air Traffic
The Middle East in Global Air Traffic
Effect of recent geopolitical disruptions. [May 2026]
Regional Air Connectivity - Country Snapshots
Regional Air Connectivity - Country Snapshots
The IATA Regional Connectivity Snapshots provide a concise, data‑driven view of how regional air route networks are evolving across selected markets, highlighting changes in the network, capacity, and airline presence over time. [May 2026]
International Air Connectivity in 2025 - Global Trends and Developments
International Air Connectivity in 2025 - Global Trends and Developments
Global international air connectivity as measured by IATA’s Air Connectivity Index increased solidly by 9% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025. [March 2026]
Air Cargo as an Enabler of Export Growth and Diversification - The case of Peru
Air Cargo as an Enabler of Export Growth and Diversification - The case of Peru
Peru’s experience over the past decade provides a clear illustration of how air cargo can support export growth and diversification, and how its contribution evolves as products, logistics capabilities, and markets develop. [March 2026]
Air Cargo, Trade, and Economic Growth in 2025
Air Cargo, Trade, and Economic Growth in 2025
Providing resilience amidst policy uncertainty. [March 2026]
IATA Long-Term Air Transport Passenger Demand Projections
IATA Long-Term Air Transport Passenger Demand Projections
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed a new proprietary model to generate Long-Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for passenger air transport to 2050. [February 2026]
Air Traffic Control Delays in Europe
Air Traffic Control Delays in Europe
An overview of the economic consequences. [February 2026]

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20.03.2026

The Long-Term Trends in Global GDP-RPK Growth

Global air travel demand, measured by Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPKs), is expected to grow by 2.9%-3.3% per year from 2024 to 2050, according to the Long-Term Demand Projections (LTDP) published by IATA recently.

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13.03.2026

Sudden Change is More Challenging Than High Fuel Prices

Jet Fuel is the highest cost for airlines (along with labor), and fluctuations in fuel prices have an important effect on the airline industry's profitability.

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06.03.2026

Middle East Conflict Exposes Jet Fuel Supply Vulnerabilities

The conflict in the Middle East that escalated on 28 February 2026 has severely disrupted global energy flows, exposing deep vulnerabilities in jet fuel security.

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27.02.2026

Seasonal Demand Spike Mirrors Western Holiday Highs

Traffic volumes during the 2026 Lunar New Year period are expected to be 10.8% higher than levels observed so far this year for a regular day, underscoring the sustained strength of seasonal demand.

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20.02.2026

Are e-SAF Projects Emerging in Cost-Competitive Locations?

e-SAF is expected to account for over 40% of the total SAF needs by 2050. Yet, no commercial-scale e-SAF facilities are currently in operation, and the risk of insufficient supply, particularly by 2030, is increasing.

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13.02.2026

Charging e-SAF Supply in 2030

E-SAF is defined as a renewable fuel of non-biological origin and requires a significant amount of renewable electricity to produce.

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06.02.2026

Another Year With Fewer New Airlines Starting Operations

In 2025, only 28 new airlines commenced operations, marking the lowest number of market entrants since 1999.

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30.01.2026

South and East Europe Lead Growth in European Flights

Aircraft departures and arrivals (movements) across Europe increased by 8% between 2017 and 2025.

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23.01.2026

Delays Caused by European ANSPs Cost EUR 16.1 Billion

Air traffic flow management (ATFM) delays caused by European Air Navigation Providers (ANSPs) generated a cost of EUR 16.1 billion for passengers and airlines between 2015 and October 2025.

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16.01.2026

A Record Festive Season for Global Air Travel

Christmas and New Year are the peak periods for air travel. Millions return home to reunite with families or take advantage of the year-end holidays.

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