The turnover of air transport in France has evidenced significant variability over the past decade, notably peaking at €23 billion in 2023. Following a stark decline in 2020 due to the pandemic, the sector rebounded with a notable 58.87% increase in 2021, followed by continued gains in 2022. The year-on-year gap for 2023 showed an increment of 13.38%, further cementing the recovery trend. The CAGR from 2019 to 2023 stood at 1.86%. Forecasts up to 2028 indicate an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.05% with an anticipated growth rate of 5.34% across the period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and electric aircraft to meet environmental regulations.
Impact of geopolitical stability and economic policies on international travel.
Evolution of passenger demand influenced by pandemic-induced changes in travel behavior and preferences.