In 2023, the air transport sector in various countries exhibited distinct trends in employment. United States saw a slight increase of 0.58% year-on-year, reaching 526,000 jobs. Conversely, Canada experienced a significant decline of 11.21%, totaling 43,600 jobs. The Netherlands and Italy showed mid-range declines at 1.59% and 1.01%, with job counts at 24,000 and 19,200 respectively. Portugal had a modest increase of 0.93%, with Austria, Iceland, and Estonia facing sharper declines of 2.91%, 4.07%, and 14.91% respectively, resulting in job counts of 13,520, 7,540, 3,900, and 290.
Looking ahead, monitoring technological advancements, sustainability measures, and post-pandemic recovery initiatives will be crucial. Countries prioritizing innovation and green practices could see a resurgence in employment, while those lagging may face continued declines.
Top countries in Employees in Air Transport Sector by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Thousand Units (Jobs) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 526 | 2023 | +1.35% | +0.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 43.6 | 2023 | -0.64% | -11.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 24 | 2023 | 0% | -1.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 19.2 | 2023 | -1.03% | -1.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 13.52 | 2023 | +1.8% | +0.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 7.54 | 2023 | -1.18% | -2.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Iceland | 3.9 | 2023 | +2.63% | -4.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 0.29 | 2023 | -3.33% | -14.91% | View data |
