The aviation industry is, indeed, flying. Airline profitability is up following a serious hit from the COVID-19 pandemic, with an estimated 4.7 billion people expected to take to the skies by the time 2024 draws to a close. As we enter this exciting new era for aviation, we take a closer look at some of the world's leading airlines.

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