United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi based Etihad Airways has reported its strongest financial and operational performance in the airline’s history for the full year 2025, driven by sustained network expansion, fleet growth, and robust passenger demand.

• Etihad’s performance has supported ongoing investment in talent and capability building. In 2025 the airline welcomed more than 3,200 new joiners, including around 400 pilots to support fleet growth and network expansion, reinforcing pilot hiring and training pipelines.
• The airline’s operating fleet expanded to 127 aircraft, the largest in its history, following the addition of 29 aircraft in 2025.
• Promotions and talent development continued, with nearly 150 pilot promotions and a strong focus on sustainability of the Emirati national talent pipeline through cadet and leadership programmes.
• Etihad posted a record profit after tax of AED 2.6 billion (US $698 million) in 2025, up 47 per cent year-on-year, marking its most profitable year on record.
• Revenue increased 21 per cent to AED 30.7 billion (US $8.4 billion), supported by broad growth in both passenger and cargo operations.
• Passenger numbers rose 21 per cent to 22.4 million, reflecting strong global demand and expanded connectivity across Etihad’s network.
• Available seat kilometres (ASK) increased to 111.5 billion, with load factor improving to 88.3 per cent, underscoring efficient capacity deployment.
• Cash flow from operations approached AED 8 billion (US $2 billion), enabling the airline to fully fund capital expenditure while deleveraging its balance sheet.

Source: Etihad Airways