Airline Insight

Ep 2: How are airlines managing the impact of the Iran conflict?

Airline Insight

Show Notes

Between higher fuel prices, shifting demand, and airspace closures, the Iran conflict has impacted both the demand and supply side of the air travel market. In this episode, John Strickland and Garth Lund look at how airlines are managing the effects of the crisis. What we dive into: Fuel price impact: How fuel hedging policies have influenced airlines' responses Revenue opportunities: Can airlines drive higher revenue to offset higher costs?Gulf mega-hubs: Medium and long-te...

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