Fueled by emerging markets and changes in fleet mix, Boeing [NYSE: BA] projects continued demand for aviation personnel as the global commercial fleet changes to meet the demands of the flying public. Boeing’s 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) anticipates the industry will require nearly 2.4 million new aviation professionals through 2044 to meet the long-term increase in air travel.
Boeing, which released its annual 20-year forecast at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, said commercial carriers will need substantial hiring and training to sustain the global commercial fleet, including:
“As commercial air traffic demand continues to outpace economic growth and the global fleet expands to meet demand, our industry will keep the fleet flying safely and efficiently by supporting workforce development for carriers worldwide," said Chris Broom, vice president, Commercial Training Solutions, Boeing Global Services. “The industry is investing in technologies, including mixed reality— an immersive blend of physical and digital environments that enhances hands-on learning and situational awareness. Boeing is supporting customers with digitally advanced aviation training products and services to meet their needs. The bedrock of our approach remains competency-based training and assessment methodology to ensure high quality aviation training.”
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Download free sample pages More informationIn the PTO, Boeing projects through 2044:
The PTO includes these projections for industry needs through 2044:
|
Region |
New Pilots |
New Technicians |
New Cabin Crew |
Total New Personnel |
|
Global |
660,000 |
710,000 |
1,000,000 |
2,370,000 |
|
Africa |
23,000 |
24,000 |
27,000 |
74,000 |
|
China |
124,000 |
131,000 |
171,000 |
426,000 |
|
Eurasia |
149,000 |
165,000 |
236,000 |
550,000 |
|
Latin America |
37,000 |
42,000 |
55,000 |
134,000 |
|
Middle East |
67,000 |
63,000 |
104,000 |
234,000 |
|
North America |
119,000 |
123,000 |
193,000 |
435,000 |
|
Northeast Asia |
23,000 |
27,000 |
42,000 |
92,000 |
|
Oceania |
11,000 |
12,000 |
18,000 |
41,000 |
|
South Asia |
45,000 |
45,000 |
51,000 |
141,000 |
|
Southeast Asia |
62,000 |
78,000 |
103,000 |
243,000 |
