What might new Middle East war mean for global airline industry?
While countries in the Middle East region are well-versed in handling regional conflicts, the latest escalation of tensions is on a scale that has not been seen for some time.
Week 9 2026: Fresh conflict in the Middle East deals yet another blow to airline sector
The week kicks off with massive upheaval in the global airline sector, stemming from the widening conflict in the Middle East, which has led to widespread flight cancellations and significant operational adjustments.
Airline News Digest: 21-27 February 2026
Our regular rundown of the biggest airline stories from the past seven days.
IAG ends strong 2025 with profit margins at top end of targets
British Airways and Iberia parent IAG closed a strong year by boosting operating profit 17.3% to just over €5 billion ($5.9 billion) and hitting the upper end of mid-term profit margin targets set out 15 months ago.
Fleet factor: How aircraft affected Qantas and Air New Zealand earnings
When Qantas and Air New Zealand each released their half-year results on 26 February, both carriers spoke at length about their fleet, and how it impacted their earnings.
Volaris buoyed by improving cross-border picture
Continued recovery in demand for US cross-border travel enabled Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris to close a challenging year with a more positive outlook.
Mongolia’s Hunnu Air talks up bold network expansion plans with refreshed fleet
Few would have heard about Hunnu Air, but the Mongolian carrier is quietly growing its network reach, as it taps on opportunities gained from fleet modernisation efforts.
Yield uplift helps SIA Group earnings, but Air India losses continue to haunt
Singapore Airlines Group improved its quarterly operating profit, helped by an uptick in passenger yields – its first increase in almost a year – that lifted its passenger revenue.
Week 8 2026: Air New Zealand and Volaris among latest carriers to report earnings
This week sees attention move to Asia-Pacific and Latin America in the fourth-quarter earnings season.
Airline News Digest: 14-20 February 2026
Our regular rundown of the biggest airline stories from the past seven days.
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