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The global business jet market is set to reach a valuation of $173.99bn by 2034, after achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%, according to Polaris Market Research.

From a valuation of $95.57bn last year, growth in the business jet market will be fuelled by  increasing demand for private aviation, rising global wealth, expanding corporate travel requirements, advancing aircraft technology and the growth of aviation infrastructure in emerging markets, said the researchers.

“A key factor contributing to growth is the high-net-worth individual population and the globalisation of business around the world, which requires quick and on-demand travel logistics for executives,” said the researchers. “Other major growth factors include technological innovation that results in economical aircraft with more range, better cabin space, and advanced electronics, increasing overall demand and market penetration.” Also, the growing acceptance of partial ownership and jet card schemes is said to have enabled increased access to private aviation services, making it easier for businesses and people who wouldn’t usually take up full ownership.

The report cites the US Bureau of Economic Analysis revealing personal income in the metropolitan portion of the country increased by 6% in 2023, following a 3.2% rise in 2022. “This sustained growth in personal income provides a solid economic foundation for a greater adoption rate of private air travel services,” said the report. “This ongoing growth in personal income creates a strong economic foundation for a higher adoption rate of private air travel services. This increasing affluence leads to a larger client base and heightened demand for business jet acquisitions and charter services, which significantly impacts the overall size and growth of the business jet sector.”

The mid-size business jet segment is expected to hold a significant revenue share during the forecast period. The researchers attribute this to the versatile operational profile of these jets, in terms of range and passenger count, which they judge maximises operational efficiency. 

North America

North America continues to hold the largest share of the business jet market – driven mainly by the prevalence of an advanced corporate culture prioritising time management. But the highly developed airline industry is also said to favour efficient business jet operations across the region.

Asia Pacific is expected to show the fastest growth during the review period. This will be driven by rapid economic growth in several countries, a growing population of ultra-high-net-worth individuals and a larger volume of international business involving enterprises in the region.

The report also considered the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the business jet market. AI systems enable real-time monitoring of business jet operations, which helps to predict component failures in advance, so cutting downtime and boosting operational efficiency. “AI systems drive the demand for advanced digital solutions in maintenance, repair, and overhaul [MRO] operations, creating new service revenue streams for business aviation companies,” according to the report.

Use AI

Operators can also use AI to personalise in-flight services – including: entertainment and enhanced connectivity tailored to passenger preferences – and to streamline scheduling, market forecasting and to other tasks .

According to the report’s authors: “In the era of instant progress, where time is the most valuable commodity, business jets are no longer a luxury; they’re a strategic success. With unprecedented flexibility, agility, and secrecy, these planes have revolutionised the environment of executive, entrepreneurial, and organisational mobility. Whether sealing a multi-million-dollar agreement in distant continents or optimising a busy calendar, a business jet maximizes every minute.” Read more about the report here.