The global number of registered air carrier departures shows notable regional differences. The United States leads significantly at 10.251 million departures, followed by China at 5.6358 million. India, Canada, and the United Kingdom round out the top five. Positive year-on-year variations are evident in China (3.73%), Saudi Arabia (5.2%), and Ethiopia (4.33%), while the United Kingdom and Brazil have seen slight declines. Emerging markets like Kazakhstan (7.05%) and Iraq (12.77%) are also experiencing notable growth.
Future trends to watch include the rapid expansion of air travel in emerging economies like China and India, along with significant growth in the Middle East and Africa. Increasing environmental concerns and advancements in aviation technology will play crucial roles in shaping the landscape of global air carrier departures.
Top countries in Number of Registered Air Carrier Departures by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Departures) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 10,251,000 | 2023 | +9.24% | +0.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 5,635,800 | 2023 | +11.88% | +3.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 1,357,000 | 2023 | +17.9% | +2.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 1,284,800 | 2023 | +11.99% | +0.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,092,500 | 2023 | +17.53% | -2.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 1,067,600 | 2023 | +9.56% | +1.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 1,040,300 | 2023 | +18.23% | +2.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Russia | 1,032,500 | 2023 | +12.23% | +3.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 859,820 | 2023 | +12.59% | -1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Indonesia | 832,560 | 2023 | +11.9% | -2.79% | View data |
