Hong Kong airport set for volume shift after flights rejigged amid fuel crisis

Hong Kong's airport anticipates a change in passenger volume this summer as airlines adjust their operations due to a global fuel crisis. Airlines have been swapping jet sizes and reducing scheduled flights to manage increased jet fuel prices, exacerbated by the Middle Eastern war. Some carriers have indicated they will maintain all scheduled flights beyond June following initial consolidation efforts. The aviation industry has proactively managed these disruptions by making capacity changes months in advance, rather than resorting to last-minute cancellations. This strategic adjustment comes after a rise in economy passenger fares to Europe.