International demand measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK) rose 12.3% compared to June 2023 with capacity up 12.7% year-on-year and the load factor improving to 85%.
In contrast, domestic demand rose 4.3% compared to last June with capacity up 2.1% year-on-year and the load factor was at 85% too.
“Demand grew across all regions as the peak Northern summer travel season began in June. And with overall capacity growth lagging demand we saw a very strong average load factor of 85% achieved in both domestic and international operations. Operating with such high load factors is both good and challenging. It makes it even more important for all the stakeholders to operate with equal levels of efficiency to minimise delays and get travellers to their destinations on schedule,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General.
“As the Olympic Games unfold in Paris there is pride across the aviation industry for its continuing role in supporting the Olympic story by bringing many of the athletes, fans, and officials together. It is a great reminder of how aviation transforms our very big world into a global community. We wish France every success as the host of the games and cheer all the athletes who will demonstrate the best of human endeavour over the next weeks,” added Walsh.
