KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Total global air passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), was down 0.5 per cent in September 2026 compared to the same month last year, reflecting weaknesses in the Middle East and North America.
Global Air Passenger Demand Down 0.5 Pct In September Amid Weaknesses In Middle East, North America
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Global air passenger demand fell 0.5% in September 2026, with weaknesses in the Middle East and North America.
- Global demand dropped 0.5% in September 2026 compared to the same month last year.
- Excluding the Middle East, demand grew by 0.3% in September 2026.
- International demand rose 0.4% in September 2026, with a load factor of 83.6%.
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