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Japan Airlines (JAL) is Japan’s flag carrier and one of the world’s most recognized full-service airlines—known for service quality, punctual operations, and a major Tokyo hub network (Haneda and Narita). Like most global carriers, JAL’s story in the mid-2020s is about recovery, profitability, and fleet modernization.
This updated guide shares the most useful Japan Airlines facts and statistics (clearly labeled by year), plus an answer box, key metrics table, and FAQs.
Japan Airlines (Quick Facts)
Japan Airlines (JAL) was founded in 1951 and is a member of the oneworld alliance (since 2007). In FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025), the JAL Group reported ¥1,844.1B revenue, ¥172.4B EBIT, and ¥107.0B net profit attributable to owners of the parent. As of March 31, 2025, JAL listed 14,431 employees (38,433 consolidated), and the JAL Group reported 217 aircraft in service (including ZIPAIR Tokyo and SPRING JAPAN; excluding Jetstar Japan).
Key Metrics Table: Japan Airlines by the Numbers
| Metric | Stat | Year / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1951 | Flag carrier of Japan |
| Alliance | oneworld member | Joined 2007 |
| Revenue | ¥1,844.1B | FY2024 ended Mar. 31, 2025 |
| EBIT | ¥172.4B | FY2024 ended Mar. 31, 2025 |
| Net profit (owners of parent) | ¥107.0B | FY2024 ended Mar. 31, 2025 |
| Employees | 14,431 (38,433 consolidated) | As of Mar. 31, 2025 |
| Aircraft in service (JAL Group) | 217 | As of Mar. 31, 2025 (includes ZIPAIR & SPRING; excludes Jetstar Japan) |
| On-time departure rate | 80.04% | Dec. 2025 (JAL operation data) |
Japan Airlines Facts (Updated)
- Official website: jal.com
- Alliance: oneworld (JAL joined in 2007)
- Network snapshot (alliance listing): oneworld lists JAL at 199 destinations across 64 countries/territories (includes the broader network context and partners).
Fleet Size and Aircraft Types (As of March 31, 2025)
JAL publishes an aircraft count table for the JAL Group. Totals below reflect aircraft in service and include ZIPAIR Tokyo and SPRING JAPAN (Jetstar Japan is not listed in the table).
| Aircraft Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Airbus A350-900 | 15 |
| Airbus A350-1000 | 8 |
| Boeing 787-9 | 22 |
| Boeing 787-8 | 31 |
| Boeing 777-300ER | 12 |
| Boeing 767-300ER | 27 |
| Boeing 737-800 | 62 |
| Airbus A321ceo | 3 |
| Embraer 170 | 18 |
| Embraer 190 | 14 |
| DHC-8-400 Cargo Combi | 5 |
| Total aircraft in service | 217 |
Japan Airlines Financials (Year-Labeled)
JAL reports consolidated results on a fiscal year ending March 31.
| Fiscal Year End | Revenue | EBIT | Profit attributable to owners of parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar. 31, 2025 (FY2024) | ¥1,844.1B | ¥172.4B | ¥107.0B |
| Mar. 31, 2024 (FY2023) | ¥1,651.9B | ¥145.2B | ¥95.5B |
| Mar. 31, 2026 (FY2025 forecast) | ¥1,977.0B | (see note) | ¥115.0B |
Note: JAL’s filing also provides a forecast for “profit before financing and income tax” rather than EBIT in the same table; the FY2025 forecast shown above is the company’s revenue and profit-attributable forecast.
On-Time Performance (Recent Operational Snapshot)
JAL publishes monthly operating data. For December 2025, JAL reported:
- On-time departure rate: 80.04%
- Actual operation rate: 98.12%
FAQ: Japan Airlines (JAL)
How many employees does Japan Airlines have?
JAL lists 14,431 employees and 38,433 consolidated employees as of March 31, 2025.
How big is Japan Airlines’ fleet?
JAL’s “Number of Aircraft” table shows 217 aircraft in service as of March 31, 2025 (including ZIPAIR Tokyo and SPRING JAPAN; excluding Jetstar Japan).
Is Japan Airlines part of an airline alliance?
Yes—Japan Airlines is a member of the oneworld alliance (since 2007).
How much revenue does JAL generate?
For FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025), JAL reported revenue of ¥1,844.1 billion.
Is JAL punctual?
Punctuality varies by month and route network. In its published operating data for December 2025, JAL reported an 80.04% on-time departure rate.
