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The sharp rise in jet fuel prices, driven by the war, is putting enormous pressure on the global aviation industry, forcing airlines to cut flights, raise ticket prices and add surcharges.
The price of jet fuel has increased significantly in recent weeks, from around $85-90 per barrel to levels ranging between $150 and $200, significantly increasing operating costs.
In an analysis for Al Jazeera, aviation and tourism advisor Anita Mendiratta notes that the sustainability of this situation varies by region. She highlights that some markets are entering the summer season, when demand for travel - both short and long-haul - increases significantly.
One of the most significant examples, according to her, is Lufthansa's decision to remove around 20,000 short-haul flights from its schedule by October, a measure directly related to fuel consumption.
" It's about how airlines balance decisions to cancel flights in a situation where fuel, an essential resource, becomes limited and very expensive ," she explains.
Even before the crisis, fuel accounted for about 30% of an aircraft's operating costs, significantly impacting profits. Rising prices at these levels make it difficult for many companies to keep part of their fleet in operation.
However, according to experts, airlines are not completely halting operations, but are selectively reducing flights, focusing on managing costs in an increasingly volatile market. / Al Jazeera
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