Frontier Airlines aircraft fire at Las Vegas.

The U.S. FAA and NTSB are investigating an incident where the engine and main gear of a Frontier Airlines Airbus aircraft appeared to catch fire during an emergency landing on Saturday.

According to the budget airline, the aircraft was performing a flight from San Diego to Harry Reid International Airport Las Vegas and was already on final approach when smoke was seen in both the cabin and the cockpit. The pilots declared an emergency and were guided in by air traffic control, often using electronic means to confirm instructions. 

The incident was captured on video and widely shared on social media showing the plane running along the runway, slowing down at a rapid rate with flames and smoke seeming to come from the left-hand engine or the undercarriage.  In the video, many fire appliances with lights flashing remained motionless for ages while the aircraft continued to roll.  

After the fire was put out by the rescue team there seemed to be some confusion between the airport, rescue services and the crew of the aircraft regarding evacuation. One of the pilots, presumably the captain, seemed to want to evacuate using the slides, the airport wanted air stairs and the rescue crews had to reverse an appliance. All 190 passengers and 7 crew were able to leave the aircraft via steps and were taken to the terminal by bus, with no reported injuries.  

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Man arrested after getting on wrong flight in Manchester

Greater Manchester Police arrested a man at Manchester Airport on Friday after he boarded an easyJet plane without the correct documents.

Flight EZY2127 was due to depart for the Italian cosmopolitan city of Milan around 19:00 on Friday, but all passengers and luggage had to be taken off the flight after the incident. 

easyJet said its flight was subject to "additional security checks... due to a passenger incorrectly boarding the flight. - Safety and security is our highest priority, and so we will now work with our ground partner at Manchester Airport to understand how he was able to board the flight."

GMP advised that a man in his 20s had been arrested on suspicion of hiding for the purpose of being carried in an aircraft without consent and intentionally or recklessly causing public nuisance."

Norwegian carried 2,263,270 passengers in September while Widerøe transported 356,259 people.

Norwegian Group had 2.6 million passengers in September

September 2024 was a busy month for the airlines in the Norwegian Group according to figures released last week. 2,263,270 passengers travelled with Norwegian during the month, while Widerøe had 356,259 passengers, totalling 2,619,529 for the group. 

Capacity was up 10% while the number of passengers rose by 11% compared to September 2023, with Norwegian operating an average of 86 aircraft throughout the month. Load factor was just a little up from the same period last year to 85.2%.

“I am pleased that we have increased load factors throughout the summer and into the autumn season, while at the same time delivering double-digit capacity growth. The autumn school holiday period in Norway is performing well, and we are looking forward to a busy October ahead and an upcoming winter season with many new and exciting destinations. While we are happy with the performance, we are not complacent. We are actively managing costs to mitigate any upcoming challenges,” said Geir Karlsen, CEO of Norwegian.

Norwegian’s capacity (ASK) was 3,541 million seat kilometres, up 10 percent from the same period last year. Actual passenger traffic (RPK) was 3,017 million seat kilometres, an increase of 12 percent from September 2023. Load factor increased by 1.2 percentage points from the same period last year, to 85.2 percent. In September, Norwegian operated with a regularity, meaning share of scheduled flights taking place, of 99.4 percent. The punctuality, meaning share of flights departing within 15 minutes of scheduled time, was 78.6 percent, down 6 percentage points from September last year, in part due to weather and heavy air traffic control restrictions. 

Boeing strike causes worry

Oman Air restarts seasonal flight to Zurich

Oman Air has reintroduced its seasonal service between Muscat and Zurich with a Boeing 787-9 on the route. The flight departs at 15:00 arrives 19:05 and on the return it leaves Zurich at 21:35 to land back in Muscat 06:50 the next morning. 

Enjoy the elegance, comfort, and exceptional service that define every Oman Air journey ready to enjoy all the beauty and pleasure of Zurich.  

Zurich is situated in the very heart of Europe and at the foot of the Swiss Alps, and is the ideal base from which to explore Switzerland. Zurich Airport, which has direct connections to 170 destinations all over the world, is just a 10-minute train ride from the centrally located Zurich Main Station.

Zurich unites creative city life and idyllic scenery within the smallest of areas. Art connoisseurs and culture enthusiasts have over 50 museums and more than 100 galleries to choose from, while inquisitive city explorers can discover the striking contrast between the picturesque Old Town and the modern, constantly changing urban quarters. Nature lovers seeking fresh air and green open spaces will delight in the city’s location directly by the lake, in its abundant expanses of forest and parkland, and in its very own mountain, the Uetliberg. In addition, the vibrant nightlife, offering the widest choice of entertainment facilities in Switzerland, is perfectly suited to night owls and the young-at-heart.

Water is omnipresent in Zurich. Lake Zurich, around which the city is built, and the River Limmat, which winds its way past Old Town buildings and through up-and-coming urban quarters, lend it a refreshing Mediterranean ambiance. Top-quality, pleasant-tasting drinking water flows from the city's water taps, as well as from its 1,200 public fountains. Whether with watersports, wellness facilities or Europe's mightiest waterfall, the Rhine Falls, Zurich entices with a variety of watery experiences, ranging from laid back to action packed.

New Mariners themed aircraft livery......

Alaska Airlines has introduced its latest special livery jet with a sports theme.  This is the second iteration of a Mariners-themed aircraft the carrier has had.

Aircraft registration N710AL has been especially chosen as it is a tribute to the official Radio Station of the team, Seattle Sports 710. The jet will not only operate Seattle routyes,  it will fly throughout the Alaska Air route network until 2026. 

“As Seattle’s hometown airline, we’re excited to launch one of the most requested custom livery designs we’ve had over the past few years– a new Seattle Mariners Boeing 737. This aircraft represents an exciting opportunity to show our Seattle spirit and celebrate our baseball team not only during the season but year-round,” said Eric Edge, managing director of Marketing and Advertising, Alaska Airlines.

Oman Air Holidays launches exclusive Maldives packages

Oman Air Holidays is kicking off the winter season with exclusive offers on vacation packages to the Maldives. Guests can tailor their trip with a choice of three direct flights a week, stays of 3, 4 or 5 nights, and a range of quality accommodation options to suit their preferences. With Oman Air’s award-winning service and unbeatable value, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore one of the world’s most idyllic holiday destinations.

Guests can fly with Oman Air from Muscat to Malé on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The outbound flight departs from Muscat at 0905 and arrives in at Malé at 1405, while the return flight departs from Malé at 1505 and arrives in Muscat at 1810.

Meanwhile, Oman Air has increased a number of its flights for the upcoming winter season, including Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Munich, Paris and Milan, offering guests excellent value, convenient timings, and seamless connectivity.

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STARLUX Airlines and Alaska Airlines agree codeshare deal

Taiwan-based luxury carrier STARLUX Airlines and Alaska Airlines have agreed a codeshare deal enhancing seamless travel experience and flexibility for passengers of both carriers.

The codeshare flights initially cover eight domestic routes including Salt Lake City, San Diego, Phoenix, Portland, Las Vegas, Dallas, Denver, and Austin--all to Seattle, operated by Alaska Airlines. Customers are now able to book from the eight cities and the connecting flights from Seattle to Taipei operated by STARLUX on a single ticket, making check-in and luggage transfer faster and easier.

“We are thrilled to unveil our inaugural codeshare flights in collaboration with Alaska Airlines, marking a pivotal expansion of our North American network,” said Glenn Chai, CEO of STARLUX Airlines. “This codeshare makes it easier for passengers to book connecting flights and travel seamlessly between these destinations using both airlines. STARLUX will continue to forge strategic partnerships with airlines to further expand our passenger networks, fostering mutual growth and success for all involved.”

"We're proud to be STARLUX's first airline partner and excited about this next chapter in our ongoing cooperation," said Brett Catlin, vice president of loyalty, alliances and sales at Alaska Airlines. "We look forward to inviting guests on board and delighting them with the premium experience and care that Alaska is known for across the industry."

STARLUX Airlines operates a total of 31 routes, covering a comprehensive network across Asia, as well as three major cities on the U.S. West Coast: Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle. The Los Angeles route is set to increase from daily service to 10 flights per week starting December 22, while the Seattle route will expand from three weekly to daily flights from March 1 next year.

 

Porter adds new nonstop flight from Toronto to Phoenix

The growing regional Canadian airline, Porter has added another new destination to its schedule, with a jet service to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The daily daily, non-stop flight connects Canada’s largest city Toronto with one of North America’s most popular getaway destinations. The route is Porter’s first in Arizona, thanks to the Embraer E Jets the airline flies from Toronto's Pearson Airport.  The direct link to the Valley of the Sun, known for its stunning desert landscapes, world-renowned resorts, and vibrant food and arts scenes should be popular with Canadians wanting to explore the region.

Vancouver is a dream destination for solo travellers and digital nomads.......

Vancouver is a dream destination for solo travelers and digital nomads: vibrant, scenic, and full of opportunities. There are no less than a dozen different enclaves or neighbourhoods that invite visitors and locals to stroll along colourful sidewalks, savour spectacular settings and soak up the urban vibes which have the heritage of many different cultures. 

A bonus for visitors is the proximity of everything, many neighbourhoods in Vancouver are located close to each other, closer than many might expect, so expporing the city becomes easier and more fulfiling. 

Granville Street is a popular choice, this is where you'll find the main downtown entertainment district area. There is so many bars, restaurants and night time venues that make this a popular hangout after dark. 

Coal Harbour is, as the young people say, a 'chill place',  right on the waterfront,  it is a calm area with a rich heritage, a former shipyard sitting right next to the railway terminus. The area starts at Canada Place and stretches west to Stanley Park, bordered by Burrard Inlet to the north, West Georgia Street to the south. There is a sweet mix of business and residential properties around here and the area is also where you'll find Vancouver Convention Centre, plus lots of cool places to go.

Robson Street....with BC Place Stadium down one end and Stanley Park up the other or vice versa, this is quite probably the city’s best-known shopping streets. It is a great place to visit and have a stroll, appranently it is one of Vancouver’s oldest commercial streets. Whilst it is in one of Canada's nicest cities, this place also has an international feel, which is very pleasent and has a cosmopolitan vibe to it. 

Gastown is the oldest neighbourhood in the city and seamlessly combines the old with new and should be on everyone's visiting plan.  You'll enjoy a stroll along Water Street, where you’ll find insta-worthy collection of old buildings, cobblestones, the Steam Clock, and vintage lampposts. Oh and there are some top quality eating places around here, so its good for the soul and good for the belly!

What's the catch? about this fantastic Canadian city for solo travellers and digital nomads?  Well, it can be a bit darn expensive. For those who love to explore on their own terms, finding an affordable yet comfortable place to stay can be challenging. Enter Panda Pod Hotel, ideal for a nomadic solo traveller on a budget.

Picture this: after a day of client calls and sightseeing, you need a cozy, private space to unwind. You don’t want to pay a fortune for features you won’t use. Panda Pod Hotel offers exactly what solo travelers need—privacy, comfort, and convenience—all for less than $100 after tax per night. That’s about a third of what you'd pay elsewhere in Vancouver!

Located in Richmond with easy access to public transport, this solo-travel-focused hotel provides a streamlined self-check-in process and pod-style rooms designed to help you recharge and relax. Here, you can stretch your budget, explore the city, and work on your own schedule. Finally, an affordable way to experience Vancouver without compromising on comfort. (Just ignore the really loud agressive chatbot!)

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A4E warn against more French air taxes

French Government’s plan to raise €1 billion through increased taxes on aviation would harm the economy and citizens' claims trade bodies

European airlines and airports, represented by industry groups A4E (Airlines for Europe) and ACI EUROPE (Airports Council International), today reacted with dismay at reports that the French Government is considering further increases in aviation taxes as a quick fix to address the country’s soaring national debt.

A4E and ACI EUROPE urged the French Government to reconsider these plans, which do not appear to be based on an in-depth economic impact analysis. They warned about:

The significant damages these tax increases would inflict not just on the country’s aviation sector, but also on the national economy, its competitive position and attractiveness – noting such damages would end up cascading down on the country’s citizens.

The hurdles these tax increases will create for the effective decarbonisation of aviation by reducing the ability of the sector to finance related investments.

A4E and ACI EUROPE also pointed to the precedents of countries such as Austria, Ireland, the Netherlands and just recently Sweden backtracking and having abolished or reduced their aviation taxes due to the negative spillover effect on their economies.

Ourania Georgoutsakou, A4E Managing Director said:  "This proposal to increase French aviation taxes would be counterproductive, would fragment the single aviation market and would undermine the competitiveness of French aviation. Any short-term revenue gains the government expects would be far outweighed by reduced connectivity, poorer consumer welfare and would set back aviation’s decarbonisation efforts. Diverting funds from the industry through increased taxes ultimately means less investment in crucial decarbonisation measures."

ACI EUROPE is the European region of Airports Council International (ACI), the only worldwide professional association of airport operators. ACI EUROPE represents over 500 airports in 55 countries. Olivier Jankovec, Director General of ACI EUROPE said: “Raising aviation taxes is the poster child of short-term thinking in politics. If confirmed, this new plan would inadvertently weaken the competitiveness of French aviation, penalise citizens and, ultimately reduce the sector’s economic contribution. As we have repeatedly pointed out, every 10% increase in direct connectivity leads to a 0.5% rise in GDP per capita. The French Government would de facto choose quick cash over durable economic competitiveness. This plan is even more concerning given the aviation sector’s ongoing transformation to meet ambitious net-zero goals – with the recent Draghi report acknowledging that European aviation will need €61 billion every year to get there. If anything, more financial support from the government is what is required, not additional taxation.”

Airlines for Europe (A4E) is Europe’s largest airline association. Based in Brussels, A4E works with policymakers to ensure aviation policy continues to connect Europeans with the world in a safe, competitive and sustainable manner. With a modern fleet of over 3,600 aircraft, A4E airlines carried over 718 million passengers in 2023 and served nearly 2,100 destinations. Each year, A4E members transport more than 5 million tons of vital goods and equipment to more than 360 destinations either by freighters or passenger aircraft. 

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SAS appoint Peter Cabello Holmberg as new Chief Information Officer

 Peter Cabello Holmberg has been named as the new Chief Information Officer (CIO) at SAS. Peter Cabello Holmberg will be responsible for leading SAS’s digital transformation agenda, focusing on advancing digital solutions, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving innovation to support the airline's future growth.

Recently nominated as Denmark’s CIO of the Year, Peter is a distinguished technology leader with an impressive track record in steering global digital and IT transformations, building modern tech infrastructures, managing ERP systems, and optimizing IT operations.

A key factor in Peter’s appointment is his extensive experience in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMG) and retail sectors—industries where customer-centricity and commercial acumen are paramount. His strong commercial focus and expertise in leveraging technology to enhance the customer experience were significant reasons for bringing him into SAS from outside the aviation sector. This aligns with SAS's strategy to adopt best practices from retail, particularly in how technology can transform and elevate the customer experience.

Contract awarded for runway repairs at Mount Pleasant Complex in the Falkland Islands

The UK's Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) has awarded a contract to Mitie to carry out runway repairs at Mount Pleasant Complex, the RAF airfield in the Falkland Islands.

The work will be undertaken by Dyer and Butler, who also completed the resurfacing of the site’s Alpha Loop taxiway earlier this year.

The site is an important overseas base for the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and is run by UK Strategic Command. The £20 million project will replace 20,000m2 of airfield operating ground by resurfacing the Foxtrot taxiway and the threshold - the part of the runway where aircraft touch down when landing.

Construction will commence shortly, with equipment and material already making the 8,000-mile journey to the islands by ship from the UK.

Maj Brad Southall, DIO’s Project Manager, said:  "Working on the other side of the world requires even closer collaboration than normal. We are working closely with UK Strategic Command, British Forces South Atlantic Islands, Mitie and Dyer and Butler to ensure the success of the project.

We’re also lucky to have the support of 8 Engineer Brigade Royal Engineers, who have supplied military engineers. They will undertake quality control and liaise between the construction team and the airfield personnel so we can ensure that we can work effectively around continuing air operations."

Charlie Antelme, Managing Director, Defence, Mitie, said: "We are proud to support the UK Armed Forces in their crucial operations both at home, and overseas. Building on our previous successful refurbishment works at the Mount Pleasant Complex, we look forward to applying the same specialist expertise to this project, ensuring the safety of aircraft arrivals and departures for years to come."

The repairs need to be undertaken quickly so they are complete before the start of the South Atlantic winter, as poor weather conditions make construction next to impossible during the winter months. The work is therefore expected to be completed in March 2025. 

 

KLM presents key measures to improve operational and financial performance....job losses expected

KLM announces set of measures aimed at improving the airline’s operational and financial performance

Earlier this year, Air France-KLM announced that measures would be implemented at KLM to structurally improve the airline’s operational and financial performance.

These measures are required to address rising costs at KLM and to secure Air France-KLM’s ability to meet its medium-term profitability targets.

KLM has presented the outlines of these measures, which notably include a focus on productivity, cost-cutting initiatives notably through simplification of the organization, and the postponement of all non-essential investments.

In parallel, KLM will explore new revenue streams and seek to achieve more synergies.

KLM expects these measures to result in a 450m€ improvement of its operating results in the short term.

"We want to maintain KLM's 105-year pioneering role in aviation and continue to connect the Netherlands with the rest of the world. However, just as many other airlines, KLM is suffering from high costs and shortages of staff and equipment. Our aircraft are full, but our capacity is still not back to pre-corona levels. We want to remain at the forefront of customer and employee satisfaction as well as sustainability. To continue doing this effectively, we must make clear and decisive choices now. This is painful for every KLM colleague, but it is necessary, and it has to be done now."

Marjan Rintel, President & CEO KLM

With the total package of measures, KLM aims to improve its operating result by €450m in the short term.  In line with Air France-KLM's group ambition, this should lead to a structural profit margin above 8% by 2026-2028.  

KLM is taking these and other measures to maintain its network and services for customers and to protect jobs across the company as much as possible. The Works Council and trade unions have been informed by KLM of the (proposed) measures and objectives. They will continue to be engaged through the standard consultation process to reach final decisions. Specifically, this involvement includes: 

Increasing labour productivity by at least 5% by 2025, including through automation, mechanisation and reducing absenteeism, 

Measures to resolve the impact of the pilot shortage and ensure that we can operate all flights with our pilots, with a better balance between intercontinental and European flights, 

Due to the shortage of technicians and ongoing supply problems of parts, KLM can operate fewer flights. Measures are being taken at Engineering & Maintenance to reduce the number of cancellations. If this does not yield sufficient results, options to partly outsource maintenance will be examined, 

All investments (except those in (occupational) safety and compliance) will be reconsidered and postponed, such as the new headquarters and Engineering & Maintenance buildings. We will strive to maintain our fleet investments as much as possible, 

Improvement of existing, and introduction of new products on board. Trials are underway with an expanded catering offer and optimisation of aircraft layout, aimed at increasing revenues by at least €100 million a year, 

Measures to simplify the organisation, achieve more synergy, get rid of overlap and overhead. One example is the planned reorganisation of flight services and training organisations, 

Finally, KLM will explore options for outsourcing, divesting or discontinuing activities that do not directly contribute to flight operations. 

 

"The measures we are announcing today contribute to increasing our revenues and lowering our costs. This will strengthen our cash position and improve our financial management. This will enable us to realise the planned billion-dollar investments in fleet renewal and customer experience improvement. In the coming years, KLM will replace older aircraft with a quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient fleet. In doing so, we will also meet the agreements with the government and reduce noise pollution for Schiphol’s local residents."

Bas Brouns, Chief Financial Officer KLM

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A key phrase in KLM's published measures that is causing concern among the carrier's workforce is the threat of outsourcing all jobs not relating to flight operations.  They believe this will lead to more than 1000 job losses in The Netherlands. The company already is expecting staff to work longer and harder for no extra money, say some in the head office, as productivity improvements and targets are set. 
The airline is looking at making more money from ancillary product sales, one of the ways the airline is expected to do this is by ditching all free food and drink for economy passengers and introducing a pay-to-eat menu. Adopting a more low-cost-carrier approach to economy class will raise part of the required amount the group is chasing. 

Volaris Reports September 2024 Traffic Results: 85% Load Factor

Volaris, the ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) serving Mexico, the United States, Central, and South America, reports its September 2024 preliminary traffic results.

In September 2024, Volaris' ASM capacity decreased by 12.8% year-over-year due to the accelerated Pratt & Whitney engine inspections and the resulting aircraft groundings. Volaris transported 2.3 million passengers during the month at a load factor of 85.0%, a 1.2 pp increase compared to last year. RPMs for the month decreased by 11.5%, with Mexican domestic RPMs down by 18.5%, while international RPMs increased 2.1%.

Enrique Beltranena, Volaris’ President and CEO said: “Volaris finished the third quarter with strong demand in both domestic and international markets. As we enter the final quarter of the year, we will have more normalized comparables, considering the timing of the accelerated engine inspections and the recovery of Cat 1 in the fourth quarter of 2023. The engine inspections’ process has evolved according to our forecast, and the Company continues to perform in line with our expectations.”

Ninth Straight Months of Double-Digit Growth for Air Cargo in August

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2024 global air cargo markets showing continued strong annual growth in demand.  •    Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 11.4% compared to August 2023 levels (12.4% for international operations). This is the ninth consecutive month of double-digit year-on-year growth, with overall levels reaching heights not seen since the record peaks of 2021. •    Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTKs), increased by 6.2% compared to August 2023 (8.2% for international operations). This was largely related to the growth in international belly capacity, which rose 10.9% on the strength of passenger markets.  Industry-wide capacity has reached an all-time high. “We continue to see very good news in air cargo markets. The sector recorded a second consecutive month of record high demand year-to-date. Even with record levels of capacity, yields are up 11.7% on 2023, 2% on the previous month, and 46% above pre-pandemic levels. This strong performance is underpinned by slow but steady growth in global trade, booming e-commerce, and continuing capacity constraints on maritime shipping,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General. Several factors in the operating environment should be noted: •    Industrial production stayed level in August month-on-month and global cross-border trade fell marginally with -0.3%.  •    In August both the Purchasing Managers Index (PMIs) for global manufacturing output and the PMI for new export orders were below the 50-mark at 49.9 and 48.4 respectively, indicating contraction.   •    Inflation saw a mixed picture in August. In the US and EU, inflation rates fell to 2.6% and 2.4% respectively, the lowest rates since 2021. In contrast, Japan’s inflation ticked up 0.3 percentage points to 3.0%, the highest rate in ten months. China’s inflation rate continued its moderate upward trend, growing by 0.1 percentage points to reach 0.7%, the highest rate in six months.

 

Air cargo market in detail - August 2024

August 2024 (% year-on-year) World share1 CTK ACTK CLF (%-pt) CLF (level) Total Market 100% 11.4% 6.2% 2.0% 44.0% Africa 2.0% 7.5% 11.4% -1.4% 37.8% Asia Pacific 33.3% 14.6% 8.6% 2.4% 46.6% Europe 21.4% 13.5% 9.4% 1.8% 50.1% Latin America 2.8% 14.2% 8.0% 1.9% 35.9% Middle East 13.5% 13.5% 4.0% 3.7% 44.5% North America 26.9% 4.8% 2.4% 0.9% 38.7%

1% of industry CTKs in 2023

August Regional Performance

Asia-Pacific airlines saw 14.6% year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in August – the strongest of all regions. Demand on the Asia-Africa, Asia-Europe and within-Asia markets grew by 21.2%, 18.4% and 16.1% respectively. Intra-Asia demand growth decreased by 5.0 percentage points from the previous month, partially linked to the social unrest in Bangladesh and Typhoon Shanshan in Japan. Both events impacted local logistics operations with airport closures and flight cancellations. Capacity increased by 8.6% year-on-year. North American carriers saw 4.8% year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in August– the lowest of all regions. Demand on the Asia-North America trade lane, the largest trade lane by volume, grew by 9.3% year-on-year, while the North America-Europe route saw a more modest increase of 6.1%. August capacity increased by 2.4% year-on-year. European carriers saw 13.5% year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in August. The Middle East–Europe trade lane led growth, up 28.9%, maintaining a streak of double-digit annual growth that originated in September 2023. The Europe–Asia route, the second largest market, was up 18.4%. Within Europe also saw double-digit growth, up 15.0%. August capacity increased 9.4% year-on-year. Middle Eastern carriers saw 13.5% year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in August. As mentioned above, the Middle East–Europe market performed particularly well surging 28.9%, ahead of Middle East-Asia which grew by 13.5% year-on-year. August capacity increased 4.0% year-on-year. Latin American carriers saw 14.2% year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in August. Capacity increased 8.0% year-on-year. African airlines saw 7.5% year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in August. Demand on the Africa–Asia market increased by 21.1% compared to August 2023, maintaining a streak of double-digit annual growth that originated in the second half of 2023. August capacity increased by 11.4% year-on-year.

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