Lufthansa Warns of Lower Profit Amid Fuel Price Volatility

By admin August 4, 2026 No comment

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Lufthansa has warned that its operating profit could decline in 2026 as volatile fuel prices continue to weigh on earnings. The German airline said higher fuel costs linked to geopolitical tensions, including the U.S.-Iran conflict, caused its second-quarter operating profit to more than halve, prompting a weaker full-year outlook. The airline now expects adjusted EBIT

Boeing Edges Airbus as Aircraft Orders Cross 300 at Farnborough Airshow

By admin July 23, 2026 No comment

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Aircraft manufacturers secured more than 300 commercial aircraft orders at the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK, with Boeing narrowly leading Airbus in total deals. According to a Reuters tally, around 327 firm orders were announced during the event, surpassing the previous Farnborough show in 2024. However, the total remained well below industry expectations of

European Pilot Union Pushes EU to Tighten Airline Employment Rules

By admin June 12, 2026 No comment

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The European Cockpit Association (ECA) is urging European regulators to close what it describes as a loophole that allows airlines to hire pilots and cabin crew through outsourcing agencies instead of employing them directly. The union argues that the practice weakens worker protections and leaves aviation staff vulnerable to sudden job losses and reduced employment […]

Spirit Airlines Shutdown May Ease Global Engine Shortage

By admin May 9, 2026 No comment

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The collapse of budget carrier Spirit Airlines may bring temporary relief to the aviation industry’s shortage of RTX Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan (GTF) engines. Since Spirit grounded its all-Airbus fleet on May 1 amid rising fuel costs and bankruptcy proceedings, several of its newer Airbus A320neo aircraft are now being dismantled for valuable spare […]

Airlines See No Immediate Relief Despite Iran Ceasefire

By admin April 8, 2026 No comment

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Global airline and travel industries are unlikely to see immediate relief despite the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, as jet fuel supply disruptions and refinery damage continue to strain operations. Aviation leaders warn that even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens, it could take months for jet fuel supplies to stabilize due to ongoing disruptions in Middle East […]

Airlines Struggle as Fuel Price Surge Clouds Profit Outlook

By admin March 30, 2026 No comment

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Global airlines are raising ticket prices and reducing flight capacity as soaring oil prices sharply increase operating costs, creating uncertainty for the industry’s profitability. The sudden spike in jet fuel prices, triggered by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, has forced carriers to rethink pricing strategies and route planning, even as higher travel costs

Airline Hedging Fails to Shield Carriers From Jet Fuel Price Spike

By admin March 12, 2026 No comment

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Airlines worldwide are struggling to cope with soaring jet fuel prices that have risen far faster than crude oil costs amid escalating Middle East tensions. Despite using hedging contracts to protect against oil price volatility, many carriers remain exposed because most hedges are tied to crude oil rather than refined jet fuel. The sharp increase […]

Aircraft Lessors Hold Firm as Geopolitical and Supply Risks Rise

By admin January 30, 2026 No comment

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Global aircraft leasing companies say they remain resilient despite rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility, citing supply shortages and decades of crisis experience as stabilising factors. Speaking at an industry gathering in Dublin, leasing executives said the sector’s ability to move aircraft across borders and preserve tariff-free trade has helped shield it