Spain's airlines have scheduled 126.6 million seats and nearly 731,000 commercial operations for the winter season, up 15.1% from 2022-2023. The most popular airports are Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat. There are 2,377 routes, with the European market having the highest number of seats at 68.7 million. The largest destinations are Poland, Czechia, Hungary, the United Arab Emirates, and Austria.

(Source: AENA. Read article here)

Airlines and credit card companies are investing in airport lounge networks, with lounge access being a top reason for credit card signups. Delta plans to add 2,700 seats by 2023.

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WFS plans to increase cargo capacity at John F. Kennedy International Airport by 20% in early 2025, opening a new 346,000 square-foot facility. The terminal will provide JFK with its first dedicated on-airport handling facility for temperature-controlled pharmaceutical products and perishables cargos. WFS will invest in automation solutions and use renewable energy to reduce its carbon footprint.

(Source: GROUND HANDLING INTERNATIONAL. Read article here)

The Israel-Hamas war has impacted the airline industry, with international carriers halting services to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion airport. The war has led to a decline in global airline stocks, influenced by rising fuel costs, soft demand, and economic concerns.

However, the third quarter was a strong one for many carriers. The war's length and breadth will determine global trends. Airlines operating near the conflict are most exposed to factors like airspace restrictions, shifting passenger flows, demand reduction, and extra costs.

(Source: Lewis Harper - FLIGHTGLOBAL. Read article here)