Ashab Rizvi

Ashab Rizvi is Research Analyst at Skift Research and Airline Weekly. In this role, he looks in depth at issues affecting the global aviation market and its impact and conducts detailed market research studies on existing and growing markets around the world. His experience ranges from topics related to estimation using statistical analysis to building complex financial models for forecasting.

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Airlines

Chinese Airlines Are Gaining Fast as Western Carriers Exit Market

The increasing cost pressures to avoid Russian airspace for flights to China have put Western airlines in a difficult situation. This has forced them to consider halting flights to China, which in turn is benefitting Chinese airlines.

Ashab Rizvi | 1 week ago

Airlines

What’s Next For Azul, Brazil’s No. 2 Airline?

Azul is now the second-largest carrier in Brazil. The pandemic did little to deter its growth, but the airline must find a solution for its increasing debt levels. Could a merger fix this?

Ashab Rizvi | 2 weeks ago

Skift Research

The Curious Case of Azul Airlines

Azul is now the second-largest carrier in Brazil. The pandemic has done little to deter its growth, but the airline must find a solution for its increasing debt levels. Can a merger fix this?

3 weeks ago

Airlines

Germany’s Shrinking Airline Market

Due to increased airport costs and decreased corporate travel, both Low-Cost Carriers and Full-Service Carriers have scaled back operations in Germany, leading to a 10-year low in capacity levels in 2023.

Ashab Rizvi, Skift Research | 1 month ago

Airlines

From Leaders to Laggards: What Went Wrong With the Ultra Low-Cost Carriers?

High unit costs, reduced operational efficiencies, and increased competition from network carriers have combined to create a significant challenge for ultra low-cost carriers in the U.S.

Ashab Rizvi | 2 months ago

Skift Research

The Future of Ultra-Low Cost Carriers in the U.S.

High unit costs, reduced operational efficiencies, and increased competition from network carriers have combined to create a significant challenge for ultra-low-cost carriers in the U.S. However, Allegiant and Sun Country's resilience indicates that they are unlikely to go out of business anytime soon.

2 months ago

Skift Research

The Curious Case of Indigo Airlines, India’s Largest Airline

Indigo’s dominance in the domestic Indian market is a testament to its cost leadership and superior operational capabilities but venturing into international long-haul market with widebody aircrafts will need a shift of mindset, strategy, and planning from its low-cost operation.

4 months ago

Skift Research

How Technology and AI are Transforming Airline Revenue Management

The airline industry is on the brink of a technology revolution that will bring both challenges and opportunities. Despite the obstacles, executives are preparing themselves for a future where technology will play a pivotal role in enhancing profitability through process efficiencies, particularly within the revenue management function.

5 months ago

Airlines

The Opportunity for Long-Haul, Low-Cost Airlines

With the availability of better aircraft, a growing middle class and the evolving travel preferences of young travelers, there could be a billion-dollar opportunity waiting for low-cost, long haul air travel.

Ashab Rizvi and Aaditya Ugale, Skift Research | 5 months ago

Skift Research

The Opportunity for Long Haul Low-Cost Airlines

Despite the setbacks faced by many low-cost carriers (LCCs) around the world in their long-haul operations, LCCs in the United States and Asia have been steadily increasing their capacity on long-haul routes. So far, the results have been positive. With the availability of better aircrafts, a growing middle class and the evolving travel preferences of young travellers, there could be a billion-dollar opportunity waiting for LCCs.

6 months ago