The passenger air transport sector in Germany is expected to experience moderate growth in employment from 2024 to 2028. Starting from an estimated 60.4 thousand employees in 2024, the number is forecasted to rise incrementally to 62.14 thousand by the end of 2028. This progression depicts a steady year-on-year increase, averaging approximately 0.6% annually over the five-year period, based on Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) calculations. In 2023, the number of employees in this sector stood at approximately 60.00 thousand.
Year-on-year variations indicate modest growth which aligns with industry recovery post-pandemic. For instance, from 2024 to 2025, a 0.73% increase is expected, continuing with similar incremental growth rates through 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from technological advancements such as automation and AI, shifts in regulatory frameworks, and changes in passenger travel patterns due to economic fluctuations or environmental policies. Sustainable practices and innovations in air transport could also influence employment growth in the coming years.