Foreign Media: Chinese Airlines' International Market Share Rises to 66.5%, Global Aviation Industry Faces Multiple Challenges
The competitive landscape of international routes for Chinese airlines has undergone profound changes. Latest data shows that Chinese airlines now hold a 66.5% share of international flights between China and overseas cities, while foreign airlines have dropped to 33.5%, marking a significant shift from the pre-pandemic era when both sides held roughly 50% each—Chinese carriers now enjoy a dominant advantage.
At an aviation summit held in Beijing, the UK-based aviation data firm IBA pointed out that ongoing geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainty continue to hinder industry recovery. Escalating Middle East conflicts combined with rising fuel prices are expected to cause a 1% to 3% decline in global air passenger demand (measured by revenue passenger kilometers, RPK).
Ongoing conflicts have severely impacted the aviation sector in the Middle East. In April this year, available seat kilometers (ASK) of Middle Eastern airlines fell sharply by 50% year-on-year, with demand for regional and transit flights suffering serious setbacks.
In contrast, China's domestic aviation market continues to show robust growth. In April, Chinese airlines' ASK increased by 0.3% year-on-year, demonstrating strong resilience amid global headwinds and providing solid support for Chinese carriers’ continued expansion into international markets.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1867229174763529/
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