European policymakers are preparing for potential jet fuel supply shortages, as more European airlines cancel flights due to the oil crisis in the Middle East.
All-business-class airline Beond has halted scheduled flights between Europe and the Maldives until October, saying the unit economics no longer work given the sharp rise in fuel prices.
Edelweiss Air has adjusted its long-haul program, cutting two U.S. destinations from its network citing rising fuel prices as well as reduced demand for the services.
As fuel costs spike and its reorganization plan weathers scrutiny, Spirit Airlines is again facing questions about its ability to emerge from Chapter 11 as a going concern.
The steep increase in oil prices since the war between the U.S., Israel and Iran began is even more acute for airlines, which are seeing costs of jet fuel increase from around $90 per barrel (p/b) to between $180 and $220 p/b.
VietJet is expanding its footprint in China with the addition of five routes as part of efforts to deepen economic and aviation ties between the two countries.
EasyJet expects to report a headline loss before tax of between £540 million ($732 million) and £560 million for the first half of its 2026 financial year.
Swedish airport operator Swedavia is seeking to restore connectivity to Asia-Pacific markets after the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East disrupted air links.
Hokkaido Airports is targeting further expansion in Southeast Asia and long-haul markets, as it looks to balance strong winter demand with year-round growth.
The South Korean government wants to merge the Incheon International Airport Corp with Korea Airport Corp. and the Gadeokdo New Airport Construction Authority.
Airlines are increasingly relying on new-gen aircraft to sustain marginal routes as costs and operational constraints hike, panelists said at Routes Asia 2026.
Beijing Capital International Airport is expanding international capacity in 2026, as traffic growth continues despite geopolitical pressures on key markets.
