Malaysia Airlines, as Chair of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) for 2026, will host the 70th Assembly of Presidents on 12 and 13 November 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, bringing together leaders from AAPA’s 18 member airlines to discuss the priorities shaping the future of aviation. Held under the theme “Redefining Aviation: Growth, Resilience and Innovation”, the Assembly will provide a platform for regional airline leaders to exchange perspectives on industry challenges and … [Read more...] about Malaysia Airlines to convene Asia Pacific aviation leaders in Kuala Lumpur for AAPA 70th assembly
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Asia Pacific air cargo demand rises 6.4% in September as growth outpaces capacity
Preliminary September 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed that international passenger numbers edged up from a year earlier, following five consecutive months of year-on-year declines. Performance remained uneven across markets, with capacity reductions contributing to lower passenger traffic on some routes, while longer-haul markets continued to grow, supported in part by passengers choosing routings that avoided Middle East hubs. For the … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific air cargo demand rises 6.4% in September as growth outpaces capacity
Asia Pacific airlines see cargo demand grow 6.2% in 1H 2026 as July growth moderates
Preliminary July 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed further moderation in international passenger markets. Higher air fares continued to weigh on demand among price-sensitive leisure travellers. Regional travel was also affected by further rationalisation of network operations in the industry, in response to persistently elevated jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions associated with the Middle East conflict. Against this backdrop, Asia … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines see cargo demand grow 6.2% in 1H 2026 as July growth moderates
AAPA: Air cargo demand holds firm despite softer passenger traffic
Preliminary June 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed a softening in international passenger demand. Weaker traffic in some regional markets reflected capacity reductions and higher airfares following the escalation in fuel prices, even as travel approached the peak mid-year season. Overall, Asia Pacific airlines carried an aggregate total of 30.5 million international passengers in June, representing a 1.1% decline compared to the same month … [Read more...] about AAPA: Air cargo demand holds firm despite softer passenger traffic
Asia Pacific Airlines’ financial performance strengthened in 2025
Preliminary financial performance figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed that Asia Pacific airlines achieved US$12.1 billion in combined net profits in 2025, driven by firm passenger and cargo demand, while lower fuel prices helped offset cost pressures arising from ongoing supply chain disruptions. For the year, Asia Pacific airlines recorded US$223.7 billion in aggregated operating revenue, a 4.3% increase from US$214.5 billion in 2024. Passenger revenue … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific Airlines’ financial performance strengthened in 2025
AAPA reports resilient passenger and cargo traffic in April
Preliminary April 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed stable international passenger demand, with growth moderating amid heightened geopolitical and economic uncertainties. Asia Pacific airlines flew an aggregate total of 32.4 million international passengers in April, broadly unchanged compared to the same month last year. In revenue passenger kilometre (RPK) terms, demand nevertheless increased by 3.3% year-on-year, reflecting relatively … [Read more...] about AAPA reports resilient passenger and cargo traffic in April
