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Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) reported (01-Sep-2026) traffic figures showed "further moderation" in international passenger markets in Jul-2026 as higher airfares "continued to weigh on demand among price-sensitive leisure travellers". AAPA stated regional travel was also affected by further rationalisation of network operations in the industry, in response to "persistently elevated jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions associated with the Middle East conflict". Asia Pacific airlines recorded a 1.3% year-on-year decline in the number of international passengers to 32.4 million. Demand in RPKs remained "firm", increasing by 1.1% and "buoyed by encouraging growth on longer haul routes". AAPA director general Wong Hong stated: "Higher air fares weighed on demand, particularly on shorter-haul routes, with the impact more pronounced in the price-sensitive leisure sector". Mr Hong continued: "Underlying demand conditions remain supportive, underpinned by continued growth in regional economies, though momentum has moderated". He added: "Persistently high fuel prices, together with the weakening of several Asian currencies against the US dollar, continue to add to airline cost pressures, with rising inflationary pressures also weighing on demand". Mr Hong concluded: "Against this backdrop, carriers continue to align capacity with demand, while retaining the flexibility to respond to changing market conditions". [more - original PR]

Southwest Airlines and LOT Polish Airlines entered (01-Sep-2026) an interline partnership to offer additional options to connect between Southwest's network and destinations across Europe and beyond, effective 01-Sep-2026. Passengers can book itineraries combining travel on both carriers through LOT, travel agents and travel websites. LOT is Southwest's 11th airline partner. [more - original PR]

LATAM Brasil and TAAG Angola Airlines signed (01-Sep-2026) a codeshare agreement, enabling the integration of both airlines' networks and strengthening connectivity between Angola and Brazil. TAAG passengers will benefit from expanded access to LATAM Brasil's domestic network via GRU Airport Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport, featuring 57 destinations in Brazil. The partnership may be expanded to include LATAM's international routes across South America and North America. [more - original PR]

Condor Flugdienst and Qantas Airways launched (01-Sep-2026) a new interline and frequent flyer partnership, expanding travel options between Australia, New Zealand, Europe and beyond by connecting their networks at major hubs. Qantas Frequent Flyer members can redeem points for award flights across Condor's network of over 90 destinations in economy, premium economy and business class. The agreement is part of Condor's international partner network expansion, which includes interline agreements with Etihad Airways, EVA Air, Saudia, Air Astana, Japan Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Uzbekistan Airways. Condor's partnership with Thai Airways also launched on 01-Sep-2026, offering passengers travel options in Asia. [more - original PR - German] [more - original PR - Qantas Group]

LAM - Mozambique Airlines, via its official Facebook account, announced (15-Aug-2026) it began operating under the new brand AirMozambique, effective 14-Aug-2026. The carrier also confirmed it commissioned the first of two new Embraer E190 aircraft featuring AirMozambique livery, operating Maputo-Nacala service. [more - original PR - Portuguese]

TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues stated (31-Aug-2026) the carrier maintained "resilient" performance in 1H2026, with revenue growth supported by increased capacity and improved unit revenues. Mr Rodrigues said the carrier will continue to focus on revenue quality, operational resilience and sustainable growth. Mr Rodrigues added: "We have defined a strategic plan for the next decade, focused on creating sustainable value, whose execution is being accelerated by the Horizon Programme, our digital acceleration, innovation and continuous improvement initiative". [more - original PR]