Passengers Want Convenience and Technology to Improve Processes, Regional Preferences Diverging

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the results of its 2024 Global Passenger Survey, revealing that travelers continue to prioritize convenience and speed. For a smoother travel experience, they are eager to use biometric identification and complete some travel processes before reaching the airport. «Passengers want flexibility and transparency when planning and booking travel, […]

LATAM group’s capacity grew by 14.3% in September compared to the same month of 2023

During September, LATAM group increased its consolidated capacity, measured in available seat-kilometers (ASK), by 14.3% compared to the same month of 2023. This growth was mainly driven by a 19.1% increase in the group’s international capacity. In terms of consolidated traffic, measured in revenue passenger-kilometers (RPK), there was a 14.2% increase compared to the same […]

Passenger Demand Up 8.6% in August: Load Factor Reaches Record High

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.6% compared to August 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 6.5% year-on-year. The August load factor was 86.2% (+1.6ppt compared to August 2023), […]

Passenger Demand Up 8% in July

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.0% compared to July 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 7.4% year-on-year. The July load factor was 86.0% (+0.5ppt compared to July 2023). […]

Passenger Demand Up 10.7% in May

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 10.7% compared to May 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 8.5% year-on-year. The May load factor was 83.4% (+1.7ppt compared to May 2023), […]

LATAM Airlines Posts Strong Traffic Growth, Adds U.S. Frequencies

LATAM Airlines Group said it has seen strong traffic growth this year, helped by a surge in returning international passengers. The group’s affiliated airlines—based in Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru—carried a combined 32.8 million passengers for the first five months of 2024, up 16.6% versus the same period last year. LATAM, meanwhile, unveiled plans to […]

Passenger Demand Up 11% in April

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 11.0% compared to April 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 9.6% year-on-year. The April load factor was 82.4% (+1.0ppt compared to April 2023). […]

Copa Holdings announces monthly traffic statistics for april 2024

Copa Holdings, S.A. (NYSE: CPA) released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for April 2024: Operating Data April2024 April2023 % Change Copa Holdings (Consolidated) ASM (mm) (1) 2,421.1 2,208.7 9.6 % RPM (mm) (2) 2,095.5 1,884.4 11.2 % Load Factor (3) 86.6 % 85.3 %     1.2 p.p. Available seat miles – represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats […]

Passenger Demand Up 21.5% in February

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 21.5% compared to February 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 18.7% year-on-year. The February load factor was 80.6% (+1.9ppt compared to February […]

Passenger Demand Up 16.6% in January

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2024 global passenger demand indicating a strong start for the year. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 16.6%; total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 14.1%; and the load factor was 79.9% (+1.7pt) International demand rose 20.8%; capacity was up […]