AAPA int’l pax up 8% to 23.6m in Jun-2016, cargo traffic up 4%

Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) reported (28-Jul-2016) the following international traffic highlights for its member airlines in Jun-2016:

• Passenger numbers: 23.6 million, +7.9% year-on-year;
• Passenger traffic: +7.5%;
• Capacity (ASKs): +6.5%;
• Passenger load factor: 78.5%, +0.7 ppt;
• Cargo traffic (FTKs): +4.1%;
• Cargo load factor: 63.6%, +0.3 ppt. [more - original PR]

AAPA: "The demand outlook for air passenger markets remains positive, consumers are enjoying the benefits of affordable airfares, and an expanding range of services, which are helping to drive the sustained growth in travel demand. The outlook for air cargo remains a concern, reflecting generally weak trading conditions in the global economy. Asian airlines are focused on meeting the growth in travel demand, investing in new aircraft and services, whilst at the same time keeping a tight rein on costs in order to deliver improved levels of profitability." Source: Company statement, 28-Jul-2016.