Covid 19 hits january global passenger demand
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), global passenger demand in January 2020 was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Here are some key statistics:
- Global passenger demand: In January 2020, global passenger demand decreased by 1.5% compared to the same period in 2019. This was the first decline in global passenger demand since 2009.
- Asia-Pacific region: The Asia-Pacific region, which is heavily reliant on international air travel, was particularly affected. Passenger demand in this region decreased by 4.4% in January 2020 compared to the same period in 2019.
- China: China, which was the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak, saw a significant decline in passenger demand. In January 2020, passenger demand in China decreased by 21.6% compared to the same period in 2019.
- International passenger demand: International passenger demand decreased by 2.3% in January 2020 compared to the same period in 2019. This was driven by a decline in demand from China and other Asian countries.
- Domestic passenger demand: Domestic passenger demand in some countries, such as Japan and South Korea, also declined due to travel restrictions and concerns about the spread of the virus.
The impact of COVID-19 on global passenger demand was significant, and it marked a turning point in the aviation industry's growth trajectory. The pandemic led to widespread travel restrictions, border closures, and a significant decline in air travel demand, which had a ripple effect on the entire aviation ecosystem.