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Copa Holdings (NYSE: CPA) posts 16.7% April 2026 traffic and capacity growth

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Copa Holdings reported strong operating statistics for April 2026, showing solid growth in passenger activity. Capacity, measured as available seat miles (ASMs), reached 2,971.9 million, an increase of 16.7% compared to April 2025. System-wide passenger traffic, measured as revenue passenger miles (RPMs), also grew 16.7% to 2,579.8 million over the same period.

The company maintained an 86.8% system load factor in April 2026, unchanged from April 2025, indicating that the higher capacity was matched by proportional growth in paying passengers. These metrics suggest Copa is sustaining high aircraft utilization while expanding its network across North, Central and South America and the Caribbean.

Positive

  • Capacity and traffic growth: April 2026 available seat miles and revenue passenger miles each increased 16.7% versus April 2025, showing meaningful expansion in Copa Holdings’ operations while maintaining demand.
  • High, stable load factor: The system load factor remained at 86.8% compared to April 2025, indicating Copa sustained strong aircraft utilization even as it added capacity.

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  • None.

Insights

Traffic and capacity each rose 16.7%, keeping Copa’s load factor high and stable.

Copa Holdings expanded capacity in April 2026, with available seat miles increasing to 2,971.9 million, up 16.7% versus April 2025. Revenue passenger miles matched that growth, also rising 16.7% to 2,579.8 million, indicating demand kept pace with supply.

The load factor held at 86.8%, unchanged from April 2025. A stable load factor at this level typically reflects efficient fleet use, as a high share of seats are being filled even while the network grows.

Because both capacity and traffic expanded at the same rate, Copa managed growth without diluting utilization, which can be important for unit revenue and cost performance, especially across its Latin American passenger and cargo network.

Available seat miles 2,971.9 million ASMs April 2026 capacity, up 16.7% vs April 2025
Available seat miles prior year 2,546.6 million ASMs April 2025 capacity baseline
Revenue passenger miles 2,579.8 million RPMs April 2026 passenger traffic, up 16.7% vs April 2025
Revenue passenger miles prior year 2,209.7 million RPMs April 2025 passenger traffic baseline
Capacity growth rate 16.7% April 2026 ASMs vs April 2025
Traffic growth rate 16.7% April 2026 RPMs vs April 2025
System load factor 86.8% April 2026, flat vs April 2025
Available seat miles financial
"Available seat miles - represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown."
Available seat miles measure the total capacity of an airline to carry passengers, calculated by multiplying the number of seats available on all flights by the distance those flights cover. It indicates how much space an airline has to generate revenue from passenger travel. For investors, higher available seat miles generally suggest a larger operation and potential for increased earnings.
Revenue passenger miles financial
"Revenue passenger miles - represents the number of miles flown by revenue passengers"
Revenue passenger miles measure the total distance traveled by paying passengers on a transportation service, calculated by multiplying the number of paying passengers by the miles they travel. It shows how much revenue-generating activity a transportation company is doing, helping investors assess how well the company is attracting and serving passengers. Higher revenue passenger miles typically indicate stronger demand and better financial performance.
Load factor financial
"Load factor - represents the percentage of aircraft seating capacity that is utilized"
Load factor is a measure of how efficiently a transportation service, such as a plane, train, or bus, fills its available seats or space over a period of time. It is calculated by dividing the actual number of passengers or usage by the total available capacity. A higher load factor indicates better utilization, which can lead to more profitable operations and is important for investors assessing the efficiency and profitability of transportation companies.
preliminary passenger traffic statistics financial
"today released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for April 2026"
passenger and cargo services financial
"is a leading Latin American provider of passenger and cargo services."
Form 6-K: How Foreign Companies Report to the SEC →

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
_______________________________________________
FORM 6-K
_______________________________________________
Report of Foreign Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Report on Form 6-K dated for the month of May 2026
_______________________________________________
Copa Holdings, S.A.
(Translation of Registrant’s Name Into English)
_______________________________________________
Boulevard Costa del Este, Avenida Principal y Avenida de la Rotonda
Urbanización Costa del Este
Complejo Business Park, Torre Norte
ParqueLefevre
Panama City, Panama
(Address of principal executive offices)
_______________________________________________
(Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.)
Form 20-F
x
Form 40-F
o
(Indicate by check whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.)
Yes
o
No
x
(If “Yes” is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b);82- )
Enclosure: Press Release - Copa Holdings Announces Monthly Traffic Statistics for April 2026


SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.
Copa Holdings, S.A.
(Registrant)
 Date: 5/12/26
By: /s/ Peter Donkersloot
 Name: Peter Donkersloot
Title: CFO


Exhibit 99.1
Copa Holdings Announces Monthly Traffic Statistics for April 2026
PANAMA CITY, May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copa Holdings, S.A. (NYSE: CPA) today released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for April 2026:
Copa Holdings (Consolidated)April
2026		April
2025		% Change
ASM (mm) (1)
2,971.92,546.616.7 %
RPM (mm) (2)
2,579.82,209.716.7 %
Load Factor (3)
86.8 %86.8 %— p.p.

1.Available seat miles - represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown.
2.Revenue passenger miles - represents the number of miles flown by revenue passengers
3.Load factor - represents the percentage of aircraft seating capacity that is utilized

For April 2026, Copa Holdings' capacity (ASMs) increased by 16.7%, while system-wide passenger traffic (RPMs) increased by 16.7% compared to 2025. As a result, the system load factor for the month was 86.8%, flat compared to April 2025.
Copa Holdings is a leading Latin American provider of passenger and cargo services. The Company, through its operating subsidiaries, provides service to countries in North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean. For more information, visit ir.copaair.com.
CPA-G
Investor Relations
investor.relations@copaair.com

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FAQ

How did Copa Holdings’ April 2026 capacity change versus April 2025?

Copa Holdings’ capacity, measured in available seat miles, increased 16.7% in April 2026 compared to April 2025. ASMs reached 2,971.9 million, reflecting a sizable expansion in the number of seat-miles the airline flew during the month.

What happened to Copa Holdings’ passenger traffic in April 2026?

Passenger traffic grew in line with capacity in April 2026. Revenue passenger miles rose 16.7% versus April 2025 to 2,579.8 million, showing that demand from paying passengers kept pace with the company’s expanded flying activity.

What was Copa Holdings’ load factor for April 2026?

Copa Holdings reported a system load factor of 86.8% for April 2026. This percentage, which measures the share of seats filled by paying passengers, was flat compared to April 2025, indicating stable utilization at a high level.

Did Copa Holdings maintain utilization while growing in April 2026?

Yes. Capacity and passenger traffic both increased 16.7% in April 2026 relative to April 2025, and the load factor stayed at 86.8%. This combination shows Copa expanded flying without reducing the proportion of seats filled.

What regions does Copa Holdings serve according to the April 2026 update?

Copa Holdings describes itself as a leading Latin American provider of passenger and cargo services. Through its operating subsidiaries, it offers service to countries in North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean, supported by the capacity and traffic growth reported for April 2026.

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