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Pilot demand in the airline industry by region 2017-2027

Pilot demand in the airline industry from 2017 to 2027, by region (in thousands)

The data illustrates the demand for new pilots from 2017 to 2027, broken down by region. Asia Pacific will see the biggest demand for new pilots as the aircraft fleet in the region is projected to increase in size. Some 90,000 new airline pilots are needed to meet this demand.

Middle East & Africa 30
Europe 50
Americas 85
Asia Pacific 90