AMMAN, August 1 (Petra) — Airport International Group (AIG), the
Jordanian operator of Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA),
sustained efficient and reliable operations throughout the first half
of 2026, demonstrating organizational resilience in the face of
ongoing regional aviation headwinds.

According to a company statement released on Saturday, QAIA welcomed
three million, seven hundred forty-four thousand, nine hundred and
one passengers during the initial six months of the year, marking a
fifteen percent decrease compared to the corresponding period in
2025.

During the same half-year timeframe, the airport recorded thirty-two
thousand, three hundred and eleven aircraft movements, reflecting an
eleven-point-one percent year-on-year decline, while cargo operations
handled thirty thousand, six hundred and eighteen tonnes,
representing a nineteen-point-nine percent drop.

For the month of June alone, QAIA welcomed seven hundred forty-nine
thousand, one hundred and fifty-three passengers alongside six
thousand, one hundred and fifteen aircraft movements, accompanied by
an air cargo volume of six thousand, five hundred and forty-six
tonnes.

When compared to June 2025 performance indicators, passenger traffic
rose by four-point-four percent, aircraft movements increased by
four-point-nine percent, and cargo volumes surged by
thirty-five-point-nine percent. Nonetheless, near-term transport
activity is projected to remain susceptible to volatility driven by
broader regional geopolitical developments.

While these figures underscore the persistent impact of regional
instability on the aviation sector, they simultaneously highlight the
airport’s capacity to preserve continuity of operations within a
demanding operational landscape.

Airport International Group Chief Executive Officer, Nicolas
Deviller, stated that the organization’s primary objective throughout
the first half of 2026 centered on guaranteeing operational
efficiency and reliability while safeguarding Jordan’s international
air connectivity despite a difficult regional environment.

“As we look ahead, we will continue working closely with our
strategic partners to reinforce the airport’s position as a vital
gateway for tourism, commerce, and economic development, while
upholding the high standards of service our passengers and
stakeholders anticipate,” Deviller added.

//Petra// AA