Airbus estimates that global demand for aviation services will increase by 10% in 2025, with projections reaching $311 billion annually by 2044. The manufacturer’s study highlights that the markets in China, Europe, and North America will likely concentrate the largest share of this expansion.

The services segment follows the growth of the commercial fleet and air traffic, with expectations of nearly doubling the number of aircraft to over 49,000 and raising the annual volume of passengers to 10 billion by 2044. Global passenger traffic is expected to reach five billion as early as 2025, indicating a recovery and expansion of demand.

Half of the global fleet of aircraft over 100 seats consists of Airbus models, reinforcing the company’s relevance in this scenario. The report indicates that the off-wing maintenance sector will be the largest, with projected revenues of $107 billion in 2025, while on-wing maintenance, modifications, and digitalization also show growth.

The digital and connectivity segment is the fastest-growing, estimated at $9 billion in 2025, with the potential to generate operational efficiency gains exceeding $83 billion annually. Airbus bets on technological solutions to improve processes and support maintenance and ground operations.

The formation of human capital keeps pace with the expansion, with a projected demand for 2.35 million new aviation professionals by 2044. This scenario requires continuous investments in training and technical skills development.

The regions of South Asia, China, and the Asia-Pacific are expected to register the highest percentage growth rates in the services sector. The regional advancement reflects the diversification of air activity in the global context.