The global air transport sector experienced varied changes in employee numbers. The U.S. leads with 517,000 employees, showcasing a slight 0.43% increase from 2023, concurrent with the general global trend of industry recovery post-pandemic. The UK and certain European nations, such as Spain and Sweden, experienced modest declines, highlighting regional struggles. Poland's air transport employment saw a significant 4.97% increase, while Hungary experienced a substantial decrease of 23.8%, suggesting potential restructuring or market fluctuations.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Impact of green aviation technology adoption on employment.
- Potential growth driven by tourism and business travel resumption, particularly in Asia-Pacific regions.
- The influence of geopolitical factors on workforce distribution across Europe.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Air Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 517 | 2023 | +0.58% | +0.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 74.35 | 2023 | +0.0054% | -0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 68 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 35.5 | 2023 | +2.01% | +2.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 31.2 | 2023 | 0% | -0.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 26 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 20.1 | 2023 | -0.99% | -0.099% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 14.33 | 2023 | +2.95% | +3.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 13.7 | 2023 | +0.74% | +0.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 11.6 | 2023 | +2.65% | +4.97% | View data |
