Global Air Passenger Demand Edges Higher in July Despite Middle East Disruption
Global air passenger demand rose 0.2% in July 2026, with strong European and Asia traffic offset by declines in the Middle East and North America
Global air passenger demand rose 0.2% in July 2026, with strong European and Asia traffic offset by declines in the Middle East and North America
Prague Airport has issued an update to travelers after EASA published new guidance for airlines operating in parts of the Middle East
SWISS has prolonged its Dubai flight suspension until October 24, 2026, while maintaining increased Zurich–Delhi services due to strong demand
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has received the first of 15 innovative A321XLR aircraft ordered from Airbus, a key element in the realization of the Kingdom's "Vision 2030"
Dubai signals steady air connectivity: Despite regional tensions, DXB says dozens of airlines continue operating regular flights across the Gulf, Asia, Africa and the Middle East
Amid the escalation in the Middle East and fears of a shortage of jet fuel, the European Union and the European Aviation Safety Authority have issued special guidelines for the aviation industry. Companies have been warned of supply disruptions, received regulatory relief, but are prohibited from imposing retroactive fuel surcharges on passengers
The temporary move at Schiphol in Amsterdam was announced to deal with the sharp increase in fuel prices, in light of the situation in the Middle East, the tax reduction will only apply to day flights until the end of March 2027
Oman Air brings back daily Dubai flights this month (April 2026) while managing ongoing disruptions affecting routes across the Middle East and Europe
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency decides: the recommendation not to fly to the Middle East region extends until April 24 in the following countries. When will flights resume?
Cirium, a company that monitors global aviation activity, has published daily flight cancellation data in the Middle East, indicating a serious crisis in the industry that could change the map of the region