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Cross-Check Insight 2026, Edition 3

Essential insights for aviation leaders navigating a complex market

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As we enter the final months of 2026, the pressure points on the aviation market are becoming clearer: passenger demand is evolving, fleets are aging, supply chains remain constrained, and insurers are taking a more measured approach to deploying capacity. 

At the same time, geopolitical uncertainty, operational complexity, and growing cyber exposure continue to test the industry’s resilience.

Marsh’s quarterly aviation publication, Cross-Check, brings together practical, cross-disciplinary perspectives on the issues shaping airline and aviation performance today. 

Use this report to:

  • Understand the forces shaping aviation’s near-term outlook - including demand trends, manufacturing constraints, and structural pressures
  • Assess the market dynamics affecting aviation lessors - from geopolitics and supply chains to insurance considerations
  • Gain perspective on managing shared aviation risk - and why a total-system approach matters
  • Stay informed on current insurance market conditions - including available capacity and underwriting focal points
  • Explore cyber coverage considerations for airlines - and how specialist endorsements can help address them

Gain access to the latest edition of Cross-Check now by completing the form below. 

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Cross-Check is Marsh’s quarterly Aviation-focused publication designed to provide aviation leaders with comprehensive insights that address the full spectrum of aviation industry challenges – from operational risk and safety to market trends and strategic foresight.

Cross-Check is intended for aviation leaders, risk managers, insurance buyers, operational leaders, and decision makers who want clear perspectives on aviation risks and market conditions.

Cross-Check covers a range of aviation issues, including market trends, safety management, operational risk, cyber exposure, insurer appetite, and supply chain constraints.

A total system approach examines the full aviation ecosystem to help understand how risk is created and amplified across airlines, airports, supplied and other industry partners.

The report offers timely, actionable insights to help leaders better assess risk, strengthen resilience, and plan with confidence.