Etihad Airways reported record passenger traffic in 2025, carrying 22.4 million passengers in 2024 with an 88.3% load factor. The airline experienced a 28% increase in December passenger numbers compared to the previous year. CEO Antonoaldo Neves attributed the success to strong travel demand, network expansion, and its largest-ever fleet of 127 aircraft, positioning the airline to welcome more visitors to Abu Dhabi and enhance travel experiences.