An kara: Global air passenger demand experienced a 7.1% year-on-year growth in October, as reported by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Wednesday. This increase highlights the ongoing recovery and expansion in the aviation sector as more travelers take to the skies. According to Anadolu Agency, the IATA data also reveals that total air passenger capacity, marked by available seat kilometers, rose by 6.1% at an annualized rate in October. This growth in capacity aligns with the increase in demand, allowing airlines to accommodate more passengers. Furthermore, the October load factor reached 83.9%, a 0.8 percentage point rise from the previous year, indicating improved utilization of available seating. In another statement released on Tuesday, the IATA highlighted that global air freight demand, measured in cargo ton-kilometers, surged by 9.8% on an annual basis in October. This marks the 15th consecutive month of growth for air freight, underscoring the strong performance and resilience of the air cargo sector in response to global logistical needs.