The number of persons employed in the air transport sector in Spain has shown variability over the past decade, starting at 28.79 thousand employees in 2013 and gradually increasing to 33.43 thousand in 2023. Despite occasional declines—such as the 4.88% drop in 2020—the sector has generally trended upwards with a flat growth pattern in the last couple of years. The market saw an annual increment of 0.77% from 2022 to 2023. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) stood at approximately 0.52%.
Looking to the future, from 2024 onwards, the number of employed persons in the air transport sector in Spain is forecasted to continue rising, reaching about 34.67 thousand by 2028. This indicates a moderate forecasted CAGR of 0.58% for the next five years, translating into an expected overall growth of 2.95% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements and automation influencing employment numbers.
- Potential impacts of economic fluctuations and regulatory changes on job growth.
- Expansion of air transport services driven by tourism and trade activities.
