Core Viewpoint - The aviation industry is expected to experience a significant supply-demand reversal in 2026, transitioning into a state of supply shortage, with an anticipated passenger load factor reaching 87% [2][40][44] Supply - The effective supply will remain tight in 2026, with an expected ASK growth rate of 2.7%. Boeing and Airbus are recovering production capacity slowly, currently at about 70% of pre-pandemic levels, and global supply chain issues, particularly with engine quality, persist [4][18] - The delivery volume from COMAC is expected to decline significantly in 2025 due to global supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions, limiting the short-term impact of domestic aircraft on industry capacity [7][20] - Engine issues are affecting the availability of aircraft, with an increase in grounded planes expected in 2026 due to technical and quality problems with mainstream engines [9][11] Demand - Demand remains resilient, with an expected growth rate of about 5% in 2026, constrained by supply limitations. The return of business travelers is expected to support this growth [22][36] - The domestic aviation demand growth rate is still higher than that of rail, indicating strong resilience and some irreplaceable demand for air travel [25][30] Ticket Prices - Ticket prices are projected to increase moderately in 2026, approaching 2019 levels, with seasonal fluctuations expected. The price increase in the off-peak season may exceed that of the peak season due to tighter supply [45][48]