Air cargo is growing again despite global disruptions that would sideline most other freight modes. The International Air Transport Association reported demand growth of 4% in April and 6% in May, a rebound that landed even as Middle Eastern cargo hubs faced operational strain and several trade lanes absorbed shocks to routing and capacity. For logistics managers, those figures confirm that air freight keeps moving volume through conditions that stall ground and ocean networks. Understanding why demand stayed strong, and how carriers rerouted around trouble spots, gives you a clearer basis for planning shipments and protecting your delivery commitments.