Framing Analysis
The International Air Transport Association annual meeting convenes June 6-8 in Rio de Janeiro with representatives of more than 370 airlines accounting for 85 percent of global air traffic. Pre-war forecasts had projected a record US$41 billion industry net profit, but a Deloitte survey of 21 airline CEOs identifies fuel price volatility and inflation as top risks. Boeing and Airbus delivery delays have extended the service life of older aircraft.