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ANA Leads Asia-Pacific Widebody Flights

May 7, 2026

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Key Takeaways

All Nippon Airways leads Asia-Pacific widebody flights.
57% of ANA's widebody flights are domestic.
Cathay Pacific uses widebodies almost exclusively for international flights.
Regional flights have increased from 9,500 to 10,500 monthly.

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Strategic Implications

This recovery milestone may indicate a shift in regional air transport dynamics, with ANA's strong domestic market suggesting a focus on local demand. The data could also suggest that international flights are becoming more prominent in the region, which may impact airline strategies and fleet compositions.

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What Happened

Recovery Milestone Reached In Regional Air Transport Market

The Asia-Pacific region has reached a recovery milestone, with All Nippon Airways (ANA) leading the way in widebody flights. According to data from Aviation Week’s Tracked Aircraft Utilization database, ANA has operated the highest number of widebody flights over the last year, with 57% of those flights being domestic. Cathay Pacific Airways, on the other hand, uses its widebodies almost exclusively for international flying. The region has seen an increase in flights, from 9,500 monthly flights in early 2025 to almost 10,500 flights recently, as reported by Aviation Week.

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