The volume of air transport passengers in West Java in January 2024 decreased by 22.53 percent (m-to-m).

Abstract of the Decline in West Java Air Transport Passengers January 2024 The number of air transport passengers in West Java in January 2024 experienced a significant decrease of 22.53 percent compared to December 2023. This decrease shows that aviation activity in West Java has still not fully recovered after the COVID-19 pandemic. Some key points from the data: Decline in passengers: 22.53 percent (month-to-month) Compared to: National: -2.07 percent (month-to-month) Java Island: -9.54 percent (month-to-month) Causative factor: Low season: January is generally the low season for flights compared to other months. Chinese New Year: In January 2024, Chinese New Year falls on January 22, which is a Sunday. This may lead to a decrease in flight demand in the days before and after Chinese New Year. Tourism has not yet recovered: The tourism sector has not yet recovered due to the pandemic, which is still having an impact on flight demand. Impact: Decrease in airline revenue: Airlines experience a decrease in revenue due to a reduction in the number of passengers. Reduced employment opportunities: A reduction in aviation activity may result in reduced employment opportunities in the aviation and tourism sectors. Recovery attempt: Tourism promotion: The government and tourism businesses need to increase tourism promotion to attract tourists and increase demand for flights. Low-cost flights: Airlines may offer low-cost flights to attract more price-sensitive passengers. Charter flights: Charter flights for business or group tourism purposes can be an alternative to increase flight occupancy. Despite experiencing a decline, West Java still has better performance compared to the national level and Java Island. Continuous efforts are needed from various parties to encourage the recovery of the aviation and tourism sectors in West Java.