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Korean Air Enters Emergency Mode Amid Soaring Fuel Prices

3/31/2026

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Korean Air will enter emergency management mode in April due to rising fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict.
Fuel prices are expected to reach 450 US cents per gallon, up from 220 US cents projected in its business plan.
Other airlines, including T’way Air and Asiana Airlines, have also adopted emergency measures amid the rising costs.

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Korean Air will enter emergency management mode in April due to rising fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict.
Fuel prices are expected to reach 450 US cents per gallon, up from 220 US cents projected in its business plan.
Other airlines, including T’way Air and Asiana Airlines, have also adopted emergency measures amid the rising costs.