AIr Traffic Management Industry Statistics

In this post, we will explore a comprehensive overview of the air traffic management industry, backed by a collection of intriguing statistics from recent years. From the significant market values and growth projections to environmental impacts and operational efficiencies, these statistics paint a vivid picture of the evolving landscape of air traffic management worldwide.

Statistic 1

"Out of the 24.6 million flights handled in 2019, only 0.000015% led to severe accidents."

Statistic 2

"The Air Traffic Management Market was valued at $9.5 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach $17.07 billion by 2025."

Statistic 3

"In 2019, airspace users avoided the emission of around 244 000 tonnes of CO2 through Free Route Airspace."

Statistic 4

"In 2019, more than 90% of control centres in Europe had implemented A-CDM."

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"The COVID-19 pandemic caused a decrease of 92% in flight movements by April 2020 compared to the same time in 2019."

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"The North American region is expected to dominate the air traffic management market during the forecast period with a share of 33.7%."

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"It is estimated that for every minute cut on a flight in the European network, one can save approximately 114kg of CO2 emissions."

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"In 2019, Flights in Europe experienced 12.4 million minutes of ATFM delay, a 64% decrease from 2009 levels."

Statistic 9

"The traffic flow management segment of the Air Traffic Management market is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period."

Statistic 10

"In 2019, flight punctuality for commercial airlines in Europe was around 80%."

Statistic 11

"The air traffic management market is expected to register a CAGR of over 11.73% during the forecast period 2020 - 2025."

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"By 2033, India is expected to become the third-largest aviation market, boosting the Asia Pacific air traffic management market."

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"The FAA processed over 45 million flights in the US in 2019."

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"The air traffic control equipment market is projected to witness strong growth with a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period 2020 - 2025."

Statistic 15

"The global Air Traffic Management market size was 7180 million US$ in 2020 and it is expected to reach 10400 million US$ by the end of 2026."

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"Europe is expected to be the second-largest market for Air Traffic Management during the forecast period."

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"China is expected to surpass the US as the world's largest air travel market by 2024."

Statistic 18

"The FAA manages over 15.5 million square miles of airspace."

Statistic 19

"The demand for one control unit per tower is being considered as an industry standard in NextGen Air traffic control."

Statistic 20

"In 2019, airlines globally produced 915 million tonnes of CO2, accounting for about 2% of all human-induced CO2 emissions."

In conclusion, the air traffic management industry continues to demonstrate significant advancements and growth potential across various dimensions. The industry’s commitment to safety is evident from the low occurrence of severe accidents despite the high volume of flight activities. Furthermore, efforts to reduce emissions and improve efficiency are highlighted by statistics such as the significant reduction in CO2 emissions achieved through Free Route Airspace and the implementation of A-CDM in control centers. As the market expands and evolves, regions like North America and Asia Pacific are poised to play key roles in shaping its trajectory. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the industry’s resilience and adaptability are underscored by statistics reflecting improvements in flight punctuality, traffic flow management, and technological advancements in air traffic control equipment. Looking ahead, the industry’s growth prospects remain promising, driven by factors such as increasing air travel demand, emerging market trends, and ongoing innovation in airspace management practices.