American Airlines reports January traffic

AMERICAN Airlines, the world’s largest carrier, reported a monthly load factor of 68,9% in January, an increase of two points compared to last year. Year-on-year gains were achieved in both domestic and international markets, with a load factor increase of 2,2 points in domestic markets and one point in international markets. January traffic increased 3,8% compared to last year, driven by an 11,6% increase in international traffic. Capacity was up 9,9% in international markets. In domestic markets, despite a 2,9% reduction in capacity, traffic increased by 0,4% year on year. American boarded 6,95 million passengers in January. (Miguel de Sousa)