Samarkand International Airport (SKD) experienced a 9.4% year-on-year growth in passenger traffic during the first half of 2025, handling a total of 708,000 passengers, according to Air Marakanda, the airport’s operator. This growth underscores the airport’s strengthening position as a key gateway for tourism and international connectivity in Uzbekistan.
Avianca Group International, one of Latin America’s major airline groups, has announced its first quarter 2025 financial results, revealing mixed performance metrics. The company posted total operating revenues of $1.37 billion, marking an 8.9% increase compared to the same period last year, driven largely by continued recovery in passenger demand and sustained growth in cargo operations.
Vietnam Airlines has reported a significant financial rebound for the first quarter of 2025, registering a consolidated pre-tax profit of approximately $138 million. The achievement is further supported by an 11% increase in consolidated revenue, reaching $1.2 billion, signaling a sustained recovery from the post-pandemic period and effective strategic implementation by the airline.
Icelandair has released its March 2025 traffic results, showing solid year-over-year growth across key performance indicators as the carrier continues to rebound in both passenger demand and operational output.
Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV), the sole shareholder of Thai AirAsia (TAA), has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending December 31, 2024. The company experienced a notable decline in net profit during the fourth quarter, contrasting with significant profit growth over the entire year.
LATAM Airlines Group, based in Chile, has announced its financial results for fiscal year 2024, reporting a 10.6% increase in total revenues, reaching $13.0 billion. The company also achieved a 67.9% rise in net income, totaling $977 million, and ended the year with liquidity of $3.5 billion.
Air New Zealand reported a 2.1% reduction in capacity for October 2024 compared to the same period last year, attributing the decline to maintenance requirements, parts shortages, and an ongoing cabin upgrade program.
EVA Air, Taiwan’s prominent international carrier, has released its October 2024 traffic results, showcasing a mixed performance. Passenger numbers rose by 2.6% year-over-year to 1.0 million, reflecting steady demand. However, the airline reported a 3.7% decline in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), signaling reduced distance traveled by paying customers.
