Top Honors for Iberia and Iberia Express: Europe's Most Punctual Airlines 2024
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Pilotcenter.net
Hello, aviation enthusiasts! Today, we are thrilled to bring you the exciting news that Spanish carriers Iberia and Iberia Express have soared to the top of the aviation world as the most punctual airlines in Europe for the year 2024. In a recent report by Cirium, a leading data analytics organization in the industry, Iberia Express clinched the title of the most punctual airline in Europe with an impressive arrival punctuality rate of 84.69%, also marking it as the most punctual low-cost airline globally for 2024.
Not to be outdone, Iberia secured the second spot in Europe's punctuality rankings, boasting an on-time arrival rate of 81.58% out of 183,268 flights in 2024. This achievement solidified Iberia's position as the world's eighth most punctual carrier overall. These remarkable results are particularly noteworthy given the myriad challenges that the aviation sector faced this year, as Marco Sansavini, President of Iberia, reflected on, stating, "Punctuality is, without a doubt, what our customers demand the most... our objective is to continue improving."
Looking ahead to 2025, Iberia is committed to enhancing their operational processes further to deliver excellence in punctuality. Echoing this sentiment, Carlos Gómez, CEO of Iberia Express, expressed gratitude to everyone involved in achieving their outstanding performance in 2024, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in overcoming challenges and maintaining high standards.
The dedication to punctuality exhibited by Iberia Express has earned them praise from Cirium, recognizing the airline as a reliable force in European aviation. Despite increasing flight frequencies and fleet utilization, Iberia Express has remained unwavering in their commitment to on-time performance. Their hybrid business model, which complements Iberia's network, has proven successful in balancing affordability with reliability.
With a fleet of 27 aircraft, including Airbus A320s and A321neos, Iberia Express has set a new benchmark for punctuality in the industry. As they continue to push boundaries and uphold exceptional service standards, Iberia Express stands as a shining example of operational excellence and customer-focused air travel.
In closing, it is evident that the unwavering dedication and commitment of the Iberia and Iberia Express teams have propelled them to the forefront of the aviation industry, setting new standards for punctuality and passenger experience. Let's toast to their continued success and innovative spirit as they journey towards even greater heights in the skies!