Straining Air Travel: The Unseen Consequences of Hormuz' Closure The months long closure of the Strait of Hormuz has sent shockwaves through the global economy, but its effects on air travel are perhaps the most far reaching and underreported.
As airlines scramble to maintain operations amidst severe fuel shortages, it's becoming increasingly clear that the consequences will be felt for years to come.
Fuel shortfalls have long been a concern in the aviation industry, particularly given Europe's heavy reliance on Middle Eastern supplies.