The employment in the air transport sector in Italy, expressed in thousands of Full-Time Equivalents, stood at 15.13 in 2023. Over the period from 2013 to 2023, employment exhibited fluctuating trends, peaking in 2019 at 17.43. Significant drops are evident in 2020, likely due to the pandemic, and a steady decline continues from 2021 through 2023. Year-on-year changes over the last two years show a consistent decline, with decreases of around -1.3% and -1.19% respectively. The five-year CAGR from 2019 to 2023 is -1.57%, indicating a gradual reduction in employment levels.
Looking ahead, forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggest a continuing downward trend, with the sector expected to see a slight but consistent yearly reduction, reflecting a forecasted five-year CAGR of -0.8%. This trend indicates ongoing challenges for the sector, potentially driven by structural changes, technological advancements, and evolving market dynamics.
Future trends to watch include the impact of sustainability initiatives, technological innovation such as automation and AI in air transport, and shifts in travel patterns or demand influenced by economic or geopolitical factors. These factors will significantly shape employment trends in the sector over the next decade.
