Global airline passenger traffic expected to double in 20 years

By Agence France-Presse

Jul 18, 2024 8:21 pm

PARIS, France — Airlines expect overall passenger numbers to double over the next two decades from the 4.3 billion who flew last year, with growth led by emerging markets such as Asia Pacific and the Middle East, the main global airline body said on Thursday.

The projected surge in traffic could put further pressure on carriers to contribute to the fight against climate change and make progress towards a pledge to reach 'net zero' carbon emissions by 2050.

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