
Airline operating costs
Airline operating costs are the expenses required to run an airline daily. These include fuel, maintenance of aircraft, paying staff like pilots and crew, renting airport space, and purchasing or leasing airplanes. Other costs involve insurance, aircraft depreciation, and administrative expenses. Variations in fuel prices or airline size can impact total costs significantly. Managing these expenses efficiently is crucial for airlines to remain profitable and offer competitive ticket prices while ensuring safety and service quality.