The Airlines On Ozempic

by | Jan 16, 2026 | Weirdness | 0 comments

from The Independent

The latest winner from weight-loss drugs? Airlines

One in eight U.S adults have used GLP-1s for weight loss or chronic conditions, according to a recent survey

by Katie Hawkinson in Washington, D.C.

Airlines have long tried to cut weight from their flights - but the rising popularity of GLP-1 drugs could present them with an unexpected way to save money.
Airlines have long tried to cut weight from their flights – but the rising popularity of GLP-1 drugs could present them with an unexpected way to save money. (Getty Images)

Weight-loss drugs could save U.S. airlines millions in fuel costs this year, according to a new report.

The increased popularity of weight loss drugs, such as GLP-1s, means airlines are carrying slimmer passengers, which in turn reduces their fuel costs, Bloomberg reports, citing a report by the Wall Street firm Jefferies. These drugs could save the airline industry up to $580 million this year alone, the report says. 

A 10 percent reduction in passenger weight could save top U.S. airlines — such as United and Delta — up to 1.5 percent in fuel costs and boost earning per share by 4 percent, according to the analysis. The top four airlines in the country are expected to spend $38.6 billion on jet fuel between them this year.

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