Mexico Air Cargo Dips 4.5% as Airport Passenger Flow Grows

This week in aerospace news: Mexico’s air cargo traffic fell 4.5% in the first nine months of 2025 amid the ongoing transition from AICM to AIFA. Meanwhile, the country’s main airport operators — GAP, ASUR, and OMA — reported a 2.6% increase in passenger traffic from January to October.

Globally, IATA noted slower growth in both passenger and cargo volumes for September, signaling a cooling trend in global air transport. In manufacturing and regulatory developments, Boeing trailed Airbus in aircraft deliveries, reaching 493 jets compared to 585 for Airbus so far this year. 

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UPAEP Prepares Aerospace Talent for Mexico and NASA Projects

The Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP) is expanding its academic and research programs to boost Mexico’s role in the expanding aerospace industry. Héctor Simón Vargas Martínez, UPAEP researcher and scientific director of the university’s aerospace initiatives, highlighted that the institution is training specialized professionals to support the national sector and participate in international projects such as NASA’s Artemis program.

Mexico’s Air Cargo Drops 4.5% Amid AICM to AIFA Shift

Mexico’s air cargo traffic fell 4.5% during the first nine months of 2025 compared with the same period in 2024, according to the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC). Nationally, airports handled 897,375 tons of goods between January and September, down from 939,446 tons last year.

Mexico Airport Operators See 2.6% Passenger Growth in 2025

Between January and October 2025, Mexico’s three main airport operators—Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR), and Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte (OMA)—collectively handled more than 109.7 million passengers, a 2.6% increase compared with the same period in 2024, according to company reports.

Boeing Trails Airbus as Jet Deliveries Hit 493 in 2025

Boeing reported delivering 53 aircraft in October, bringing its total deliveries for 2025 to 493 jets.  Meanwhile, Airbus maintained its lead in the global delivery race, handing over 78 aircraft during the same month and reaching 585 deliveries so far this year.

Mexico’s Audit Office Targets Consortium in NAIM Case

Mexico City International Airport (NAIM). The project, originally valued at nearly MX$85 billion (US$4.94 billion), was halted in 2019 following the government’s decision to discontinue construction.

FAA Limits Private Jet Flights at 12 Airports Amid Shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced restrictions on private jet operations at 12 major US airports, citing a shortage of air traffic controllers linked to the ongoing government shutdown. The measure expands earlier limits placed on commercial airlines, underscoring the growing impact on the aviation sector.

Aeroméxico to Channel Stock Funds Into Fleet, Logistics Growth

Grupo Aeroméxico  announced plans to expand its fleet using proceeds from its global mixed public offering on the Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) and international markets. The offering totaled MX$5.8 billion (US$321 million), including over-allotment, and was composed of two tranches. The airline said the funds will also support investments in customer infrastructure, logistics efficiency, safety, and fleet maintenance.

Optimized Tools for Tomorrow’s Sustainable Aircraft

“Tomorrow’s sustainable aircraft will rely increasingly on next generation powder-based heat resistant super alloys (HRSAs) and advanced ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), as they can withstand high temperatures for more efficient fuel burn and low emissions,” says Nicholas Falgiatano,  Managing Director, Sandvik Coromant Mexico. 

Volaris Named Latin America’s Top Green Airline for 2025

Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris has been named Latin America’s Environmental Sustainability Airline of the Year 2025 by the Centre for Aviation (CAPA), marking the third time it has received the distinction. The award was presented during the CAPA Environmental Sustainability Awards for Excellence in Singapore, organized in partnership with Envest Global.

McAllen Urges US DOT to Reinstate Aeroméxico Route to AIFA

The city of McAllen, Texas, has formally requested that the US Department of Transportation (DOT) reverse its decision to revoke Aeroméxico’s flight authorization between McAllen International Airport and Mexico’s Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA).

Global Passenger, Cargo Traffic Growth Slows in September: IATA

Global air transport activity showed moderated growth in September 2025, signaling a slowdown in both passenger and cargo markets after months of steady expansion, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). 

Asur Leads US$925 Million Bid for Motiva’s Airports

Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (Asur) has emerged as the leading bidder in the sale of Motiva Infraestrutura de Mobilidade’s airport portfolio, according to sources familiar with the negotiations cited by Reuters. The offer values the assets at about US$925 million, excluding debt, positioning Asur ahead of other contenders, including Spain’s Aena and Argentina’s Corporación América Aeropuertos (CAAP).

AIFA is Key to North American Integration: AMACARGA

The Mexican Association of Freight Forwarders (AMACARGA) says that the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) should not be viewed as an obstacle but as a strategic asset for strengthening economic and logistics integration in North America. The position was shared during a meeting at the National Palace convened by President Claudia Sheinbaum, following recent US government actions affecting the Mexican aviation sector.