The United States leads the global air transport sector with a significant workforce of 658,000, marking a modest 0.81% increase from the previous year. In contrast, countries like Canada, Denmark, Sweden, and Slovenia have experienced notable declines -11.21%, -12.94%, -19.73%, and -19.12% respectively. Meanwhile, New Zealand and Poland have shown positive growth at 6.3% and 5.15%. Among the larger economies, Germany and the UK faced slight declines of over 1%. This varied performance highlights a complex global landscape for the air transport sector.
Future trends to watch include digital transformation, automation of operational processes, and environmental considerations. The ongoing shifts towards sustainability and technological integration could redefine workforce demands across different countries. Countries embracing these changes may see growth, while others risk further decline without adaptation.
Top countries in Employees in Air Transport Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 658 | 2023 | -4.64% | +0.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 72.73 | 2023 | -3.1% | -0.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 64 | 2023 | 0% | -1.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 60 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Canada | 43.6 | 2023 | -0.63% | -11.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 37.3 | 2023 | +10.36% | +2.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 24 | 2023 | 0% | -1.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 19.2 | 2023 | -1.03% | -1.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 19 | 2023 | +14.46% | +6.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 11.7 | 2023 | +3.54% | +5.15% | View data |
