Load factor was 86.7%, compared with 87.3% a year earlier. June load factor declined 2.3 percentage points year over year, creating modest pressure on unit revenue. Copa reported a nearly 90% load factor during the month, one of its highest ever, while capacity increased 16% year over year. Carey said that load factor was achieved in a higher-yield environment. Management said the change is intended to improve connectivity, increase aircraft utilization and make more efficient use of airport infrastructure.