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Perspective on Business Aviation Trends for Q4 2024.

Q4 2024 marked a period of stability for the business jet market following unprecedented utilization and demand in the aftermath of the covid-19 pandemic. The market continued to demonstrate strength and resilience, evidenced by an increase in flight operations, continued strong backlogs, and a high volume of transactions. Inventory gradually increased throughout 2024, but declined in Q4 compared to Q3, and remained below pre-COVID norms. Additionally, the macroeconomic environment experienced steady growth and declining inflation levels, despite geopolitical uncertainty. Overall, the industry is poised for a strong start to 2025.

  • Global economic growth continued through Q4, despite geopolitical uncertainty.
  • Flight operations increased 2.4 percent year-over-year in Q4 and were 1.6 percent higher than Q3, reflecting an enduring expansion in the user base for business aviation.
  • OEM backlogs increased 7.2 percent year-over-year in Q4.
  • The number of transactions was stable through the end of 2024 as OEMs worked to resolve supply chain and labor constraints, and there was consistent activity in the pre-owned market.
  • Aircraft availability increased in Q4 year-over-year but declined from the previous quarter as a result of strong transaction volume.
  • Most aircraft models experienced depreciation in line with historical norms during Q4. However, younger aircraft experienced less depreciation than older aircraft. 
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Following the post-covid growth period and subsequent return to normalization, Q4 2024 marked a period of stability for the business jet market.

The macroeconomic environment remained steady despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. Within the industry, flight operations increased year-over-year, and OEM backlogs remained strong. Transactions also stabilized, supported by strong new deliveries. Additionally, the growth in aircraft availability slowed, and depreciation rates remained at historical norms. With a solid 2024 performance, the market is well-positioned to sustain healthy activity levels in 2025.

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