Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the aviation transportation sector [6]. Core Viewpoints - The aviation sector is showing signs of recovery, with expectations for continued improvement in the fourth quarter and the medium to long term, driven by a rebound in business travel demand and a favorable pricing environment [1][4]. - The supply growth in the industry remains constrained, supporting long-term supply-demand improvements [3][4]. - The report recommends focusing on airlines with potential for sustained growth, specifically highlighting China National Aviation (H), Huaxia Airlines, and Spring Airlines as top picks [1][9]. Summary by Sections Industry Performance - In September, the three major airlines (China Southern, China Eastern, and Air China) saw a slight slowdown in capacity growth at 3.0%, while passenger load factors increased by 2.7 percentage points to 85.6% [1]. - Spring Airlines experienced a significant capacity increase of 21.1%, maintaining a leading load factor of 91.8% [2]. Pricing and Revenue - Domestic ticket prices turned positive in September, increasing by 3.0% year-on-year, following a decline of 6.5% in July and August [1][4]. - The report anticipates that the improvement in revenue levels will continue into the fourth quarter, supported by a low base and effective revenue management by airlines [4]. Supply Constraints - As of September 2025, the total net addition of passenger aircraft among the major airlines was only 84, reflecting a growth of just 2.7% compared to the end of 2024 [3]. - The tightening of flight schedules is expected to persist, with a projected overall decrease of 1.6% in domestic flight slots for the upcoming winter-spring season [3]. Recommendations - The report emphasizes the potential for profitability in the aviation sector, particularly as oil prices decline, which may alleviate cost pressures for airlines [4]. - Specific stock recommendations include Huaxia Airlines (target price 13.65), Spring Airlines (target price 67.80), and China Southern Airlines (target price 7.35) [9][22].