Carrier achieves historic earnings despite global aviation challenges and intensifying competition.
š Strongest Quarter on Record
Turkish Airlines has reported record third-quarter profits of $1.1 billion for 2025, marking the highest earnings in the companyās history. The Istanbul-based carrier said the results reflect 18 consecutive quarters of growth, underscoring its resilience in a volatile global aviation market AeroTime Simple Flying.
āļø Passenger and Cargo Growth
The airline carried 27.2 million passengers during the quarter, the highest third-quarter figure ever recorded. Overall passenger capacity rose by 8.2% year-on-year, while cargo volumes also expanded, contributing to a 4.9% increase in total revenues, which reached approximately $7 billion AeroTime ZAWYA.
āļø Challenges and Market Context
Despite the strong performance, Turkish Airlines acknowledged ongoing industry headwinds, including:
- Geopolitical tensions affecting global travel demand
- Trade disruptions impacting cargo flows
- Technical challenges with Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce aircraft engines
Even with these pressures, the airlineās consolidated assets grew to $43.2 billion, and total employment surpassed 101,000 staff, reflecting its expanding global footprint ZAWYA.
š Strategic Outlook
The carrier continues to pursue its ambitious 2033 growth targets, focusing on expanding its fleet, strengthening cargo operations, and deepening commercial partnerships. October traffic results showed a 19% rise in passenger numbers and a 16% increase in cargo volume, positioning Turkish Airlines to meet its year-end profit margin goals Travel Daily.
In summary: Turkish Airlinesā $1.1 billion Q3 profit highlights its ability to sustain growth amid global uncertainty. With record passenger numbers, rising revenues, and a clear long-term strategy, the airline remains one of the most resilient players in international aviation.
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Sources: AeroTime Simple Flying ZAWYA Travel Daily
