Climate change Travel September 22, 2020Extreme heat already disrupts global air travel, grounding about 4,000 to 8,000 passengers per year today. If airlines and airplanes don’t adapt to the changing climate, up to 185,000 passengers could be grounded per year by 2050. We strive to provide individuals with disabilities equal access to our website. If you would like information about this content we will be happy to work with you. Please email us at: McKinsey_Website_Accessibility@mckinsey.com To read the article, see “Will infrastructure bend or break under climate stress?,” August 19, 2020.