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Royal Jordanian Reports Improved Operational Performance During the First Half of 2026

The Board of Directors of Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ) approved the company's financial results for the first half of this year, under the chairmanship of Said Darwazah, following their review by the appointed external auditor.

The results showed an improvement in the company's operations and operational performance indicators, while RJ continued implementing its strategy to modernise its fleet, expand its route network, enhance its service standards, and improve the on-time performance of its flights.

Royal Jordanian's financial results for the first half of the year showed a net profit of JOD1.4 million, compared with a net profit of JOD12.7 million during the corresponding period of 2025.

The company's revenues increased by JOD86 million, representing a 23 percent increase compared with the same period in 2025, driven by higher operating activity and the expansion of the airline's route network. Meanwhile, operating costs increased by JOD69.5 million as a result of higher operational activity and rising fuel prices. Fuel costs alone accounted for nearly half of the increase in operating expenses, rising by JOD33 million, or 37 percent, due to the global increase in fuel prices. Financing costs also increased significantly by JOD18 million, mainly due to higher interest rates on aircraft lease obligations, while the company's share of profits from its subsidiary company declined by JOD6 million.

RJ carried approximately 1.984 million passengers during the first half of the current year, representing a five percent increase compared with the corresponding period in 2025. Meanwhile, the seat load factor stood at 71.8 percent, down 8.6 percentage points compared with the corresponding period in 2025.

The company also operated 19,066 flights, totaling 60,443 flight hours, representing increases of 14 percent in the number of flights and 19 percent in flight hours compared with the corresponding period in 2025. Air cargo volumes also increased by 36 percent to reach 21,460 tons.