In August 2025, global air cargo demand measured in cargo tonne kilometers grew 4.1 percent compared with the same month last year. Global capacity, tracked through available cargo tonne kilometers, expanded by 3.7 percent. North America was the only market to contract, falling 2.1 percent compared with last year. North America was the only region to register a year-on-year decline, impacted by both export and import headwinds. August 2025 reaffirmed the adaptability of the global air cargo sector.