Tourexpi
Turkish Airlines reported a net profit of 118.2
billion Turkish lira (approximately US$2.7 billion) for the 2025 financial
year, according to figures released through Türkiye’s Public Disclosure
Platform.
The airline also reported total equity of around 911
billion lira (US$20.7 billion) at the end of 2025, reflecting the company’s
continued financial expansion.
Passenger numbers reach 92 million
During 2025, Turkish Airlines carried approximately 92
million passengers across its global network. The airline reported an average
load factor of 83.2%, indicating strong demand for its services.
The carrier has continued to expand its fleet as part
of its long-term growth strategy. Earlier this week, Turkish Airlines announced
that its fleet had reached 531 aircraft, highlighting the scale of its
development over the past two decades.
Global network across more than 100 countries
Turkish Airlines operates one of the most extensive
route networks in international aviation, connecting more than 300 destinations
in over 100 countries.
The airline’s continued expansion in fleet size,
passenger numbers and route network reflects its strategy to strengthen
Istanbul’s role as a major global aviation hub while increasing connectivity
between Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.
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