IATA is emphasizing the need for urgent action from African and Middle Eastern governments to provide financial relief to the regions’ airlines in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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IATA is highlighting estimates of severe financial losses for Asia-Pacific airlines as it reiterates the urgency of government action to support the industry.

American Airlines will operate its fewest number of flights in May, reflecting a view that air travel demand will reach its lowest point over the next several weeks, when the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to peak in North America. 

Private jet provider Magellan Jets has seen demand for flights in April fall by 60% from a year ago, driven by a nationwide commitment to self-quarantine in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, the company said. 

The parent company of Irish budget carrier Ryanair anticipates its fiscal 2020 profit figure will come in towards the low end of its previous guidance range.

Welcome to Routes’ look at how the North American aviation market is responding to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, helping you understand the schedule changes and manage the impact so we can navigate through this crisis together.

Welcome to Routes’ look at how the European aviation market is responding to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, helping you understand the schedule…