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American Airlines Flags Capacity Cuts if Fuel Prices Stay Elevated
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom said the carrier could make capacity "trade-offs" if fuel costs remain high long-term, pointing to slower growth in 2027.
United Expects to Recover Full Jet Fuel Costs as Premium Demand Holds
United Airlines' finance chief says the carrier still expects to offset 100% of its jet fuel expenses through higher fares by year-end, even after a sharp run-up in fuel prices, pointing to traveler appetite for premium seats and onboard amenities.
UK airports post record quarter as Gulf traffic plunges
UK airports handled more passengers than ever in the second quarter, but the record masks a sharp reshuffle: Gulf routes collapsed while low-cost and European leisure travel filled the gap.
Vienna Airport Group posts H1 profit rise but flags competitiveness threat
Vienna Airport Group reported a 7% improvement in first-half net profit to €123.2 million, helped by cost controls and strong traffic at Malta and Kosice airports. Joint CEO and CFO Günther Ofner warned that Austria is losing ground as an aviation location.
American Airlines Pauses Contrail-Avoidance Trial as Fuel Prices Spike
The carrier halted its climate-focused contrail trial this spring after jet fuel costs surged, but hopes to resume in fall if prices normalize.
Dubai Retains Top Spot for International Airport Traffic; Atlanta Leads Overall in 2025
Source signal: Dubai remains world’s busiest airport for international traffic in 2025; Atlanta tops overall rankings
London City Airport Appoints Jonathan Rayner as Chief Commercial Officer
Jonathan Rayner has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer at London City Airport. Effective July, he will lead the airport’s commercial strategy, partnerships, passenger experience, and revenue growth.