What Happened
Record High Results For Leading Carriers Amid Industry Growth
The top 20 airlines in the world reported a combined revenue of nearly $600 billion in 2025, marking a record high for the industry. This represents an 8% increase from 2024 and a 29% increase from 2019. Delta Air Lines’ annual revenue was a significant contributor to this record high. The data was reported by Aviation Week, which provides market intelligence and analysis for the air transport community.