Global aviation sector faces fuel supply risk due to ongoing U.S.–Iran tensions and closure of the Strait of Hormuz

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:11:00 +0200

The Airports Council International (ACI), a global organization representing airports worldwide, has raised serious concerns about potential jet fuel shortages if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed due to rising tensions between the United States and Iran. The strait, one of the most critical oil and fuel shipment routes, handles nearly 20% of the world’s petroleum trade, making any disruption there immediately impactful on global logistics and aviation operations. With diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran intensifying amid talk of military conflicts, several airlines and airport operators have begun assessing contingency plans to secure alternative fuel supplies.

ACI warns that sustained closure or restrictions in the region would lead to soaring fuel prices, logistical delays, and possible flight cancellations, particularly affecting long-haul routes that depend on refueling stops in the Middle East. The organization calls on international authorities to push for a dipl