Aeromexico Crowned Most Punctual, While a New York Airport Loses All Flights.

January 3, 2026 at 06:00 PM•3 min read

Aeromexico was named the world's most punctual airline for 2025 by Cirium, while Delta Air Lines' exit leaves Greater Binghamton Airport without commercial service.

Key Points

1Aeromexico was named the world's most punctual global airline for 2025 by Cirium, achieving a 90.02% on-time arrival rate for the second consecutive year.
2Delta Air Lines is ending its sole commercial route at Greater Binghamton Airport (BGM) in February 2026, leaving the regional New York airport without scheduled passenger service.
3The International Air Transport Association (IATA) forecasts a record-high industry net profit of $41 billion for 2026, despite tight operating margins.
4Major carriers like Air China and EVA Air finalized significant Airbus A320neo and Boeing 787-9 aircraft orders, signaling fleet growth and modernization.

Happy New Year, and welcome to our first weekly commercial aviation news roundup of 2026! The aviation world never sleeps. This week brought major news on airline performance and regional air service. We also look at the industry's financial outlook. For the latest updates, visit our aviation news section.

Aeromexico Leads Global Punctuality (Cirium OTP Review)

Aeromexico has secured the title of the world's most punctual global airline for 2025. The Mexican flag carrier achieved a remarkable 90.02% on-time arrival rate. This data comes from Cirium’s 2025 On-Time Performance (OTP) Review. The airline operated 188,859 flights during the year. This win marks the second consecutive global title for Aeromexico. This is a rare achievement in the industry.

Key Details and Regional Winners

Competition for global airline operational excellence remains tight. Saudia took second place with 86.53% OTP. Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) followed closely in third place. The report also recognized several strong regional performers. Delta Air Lines secured the North America regional title. This is Delta’s fifth consecutive regional win. Copa Airlines was the Latin America regional champion. Copa achieved an impressive 90.75% on-time performance. Qatar Airways also received the Platinum Award for operational consistency.

Regional Air Service Challenges (Greater Binghamton Airport)

In the United States, a regional airport loses commercial flights. Delta Air Lines announced it will end all scheduled commercial service at Greater Binghamton Airport (BGM). The final flight is scheduled for February 14, 2026. This move eliminates the airport's only remaining passenger route. The route was a Delta Connection flight to Detroit. This leaves BGM without any scheduled commercial passenger service.

This situation highlights the challenges facing smaller regional airports. Airlines often consolidate capacity into larger, more profitable hubs. The decision comes despite a recent $54 million terminal renovation at BGM. Local officials are now working to attract a replacement carrier. The FAA must monitor the impact on North America regional air service.

Industry Outlook and Fleet Updates

In broader commercial aviation news roundup, the industry's financial outlook is strong. The IATA forecasts a record-high industry net profit of $41 billion in 2026. This is an increase from the $39.5 billion estimated for 2025. However, the global net margin remains tight at 3.9%.

Fleet updates also marked the start of the year. Air China announced a major order for 60 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft. Taiwan’s EVA Air also confirmed plans to acquire four Boeing 787-9s. These Airbus and Boeing aircraft orders signal continued fleet modernization globally. Virgin Atlantic was also recognized for being the "Most Improved" airline in 2025.