aviation industry challenges
Apple iPhone Case Profits Surpass Airline Per-Passenger Revenue: IATA Chief Highlights Industry Margin Disparity
Dec 10, 2025 02:41 am CST
IATA Director General Willie Walsh reveals the stark reality of airline economics: while airlines form the backbone of global connectivity supporting 87 million jobs and 4% of the global economy, their per-passenger profit of $7.90 is less than what Apple earns from a single iPhone case. Despite projections of $41 billion in industry profits for 2026, airlines continue battling supply chain disruptions, delivery delays, and aging fleets.
IndiGo Cancels Record 550 Flights: How Crew Shortages and New Regulations Are Disrupting India's Largest Airline
Dec 05, 2025 01:49 am CST
IndiGo, India's largest airline, has cancelled over 550 flights in a single day, creating unprecedented disruption across multiple airports. The cancellations stem from miscalculated crew requirements under new Flight Duty Time Limitation regulations, technological issues, and seasonal challenges. With on-time performance plummeting to 19.7%, aviation authorities have intervened as the airline warns disruptions may continue for several more days while they implement remedial measures.