QAIA Sees Decline in May Passenger Traffic Amid Regional Instability

Amman: Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) handled 653,936 passengers in May, marking a 9.8 percent decline, compared to last year's figures, according to Airport International Group (AIG). Aircraft movements totaled 5,896 during last May, reflecting a 6.4 percent decrease, while air cargo movements surged by 34.4 percent to reach 6,827 tonnes, against the same period in 2023. Since the beginning of the year, QAIA has seen a 6% drop in passenger traffic, amounting to 3,292,087 passengers. Aircraft movements totaled 28,318, down by 5.9%, while air cargo movements grew "significantly" by 30.6 percent, reaching 32,670 tonnes, compared to last year, the AIG said. In a statement, Nicolas Deviller, CEO of AIG, attributed the decline in May's figures to regional instability, exacerbated by the ongoing war in Gaza, impacting airline operations and tourist inflows to Jordan. Deviller also underscored AIG's dedication to "operational excellence and passenger satisfaction," aiming to enhance communication and en sure a "comfortable" travel experience that resonates with all travelers passing through Jordan's main air gateway. Source: Jordan News Agency