IATA reports global air transport demand down 0.8% in August, Middle East down 14.6%
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- The International Air Transport Association said global air transport demand fell 0.8% in August compared with 2025, while demand for Middle East airlines dropped 14.6% over the same period.
- During the month, global capacity increased by 0.3% and overall international market demand slipped 0.9% year‑on‑year. In contrast, demand in Latin America and the Caribbean rose 5.3% in August.
Why it matters
The sharp demand decline in the Middle East and the modest global drop could pressure airline revenues and influence capacity planning for carriers and airports.
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