At EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, Boeing released its 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook, projecting the need for 2.37 million new aviation professionals over the next 20 years to support global fleet growth and attrition. Demand includes:
- 660,000 pilots
- 710,000 maintenance technicians
- 1,000,000 cabin crew
Key drivers include fleet expansion, especially in emerging markets, and retirements. Single-aisle aircraft will dominate demand.
Regional highlights
- China, Eurasia, and North America will account for over half of new personnel needs.
- South and Southeast Asia show the fastest growth, with personnel demand expected to more than triple.
- Top three total demand regions: Eurasia (550,000), China (426,000), North America (435,000)
Training innovation is central to Boeing’s strategy, with increased use of AI, virtual and mixed reality, and competency-based training to enhance workforce readiness.
This outlook emphasises the critical importance of investing in aviation training and career pathways to meet long-term global demand.