The air transport sector employment in Turkey experienced a growth trajectory from 2013 to 2023, increasing from 26.93 thousand to 49.4 thousand employees. Key fluctuations include a notable 14.08% increase in 2019 and a 1.28% decrease in 2020, likely due to pandemic impacts. Recent years show moderate growth with year-on-year variations of 4.47% in 2022 and 4.24% in 2023. The sector's compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stands at 5.58%.
Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict continued growth, albeit at a slower pace. While the forecasted 5-year CAGR is 2.85%, a cumulative growth rate of 15.1% is expected over this period. By 2028, employment is projected to reach 59.14 thousand employees.
Future trends to watch:
- Technological advancements and their impact on workforce requirements.
- Policy changes affecting the aviation industry.
- Global economic conditions influencing air travel demand.
- Environmental regulations and sustainable practices in aviation.
