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In 'Bit of a Bad Year for Aviation,' One Airline Stands Out
Newser • • business
Key Points:
- Singapore Airlines has been named Skytrax's Airline of the Year for 2026, marking its sixth win and reclaiming the top spot from Qatar Airways, which placed second.
- The airline also led in the "economy class" and "economy class catering" categories, highlighting its strong performance in passenger experience.
- The awards come amid industry challenges such as rising fuel costs, geopolitical conflicts, and aircraft delays, with Skytrax's CEO describing 2025 as "a bit of a bad year" for aviation.
- The top 10 airlines for 2026 include Cathay Pacific, ANA/All Nippon Airways, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Air France, Hainan Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Korean Air.
