Airlines

Boeing Forecasts Demand for 2.3 Million New Commercial Pilots, Technicians, and Cabin Crew in Next 20 Years

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Boeing predicts that the industry will require 2.3 million new aviation professionals over the next 20 years to support the commercial fleet and accommodate long-term expansion in air travel, with the global fleet of commercial airplanes set to double by 2042.

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The company’s 2023 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) projects that commercial carriers will need significant personnel through 2042 to support the global commercial fleet:

649,000 pilots
690,000 maintenance technicians
938,000 cabin crew members.

Through 2042, the PTO projects:

China, Eurasia and North America drive demand for more than half of new industry personnel, with requirements in China surpassing North America.
The fastest-growing regions for personnel are Africa, Southeast Asia and South Asia, with their regional demand expected to nearly double.
After omitting demand for Russia in last year’s PTO due to uncertainty in the region, this year’s forecast includes Russia in the Eurasia region, and it comprises 3% of global demand for personnel.

The PTO forecast includes:

Region	New Pilots	New Technicians	New Cabin Crew
Global	649,000	690,000	938,000
Africa	21,000	22,000	26,000
China	134,000	138,000	161,000
Eurasia	143,000	156,000	235,000
Latin America	38,000	41,000	49,000
Middle East	58,000	58,000	99,000
North America	127,000	125,000	177,000
Northeast Asia	23,000	28,000	39,000
Oceania	10,000	11,000	18,000
South Asia	37,000	38,000	45,000
Southeast Asia	58,000	73,000	89,000

Boeing is a market leader in the aerospace industry and develops, produces, and maintains commercial aircraft, defense goods, and space equipment for clients in over 150 nations. As one of the top exporters from the United States, the business makes use of the skills of a large network of international suppliers to enhance economic opportunity, sustainability, and community impact. The team at Boeing is dedicated to leading with sustainability, inventing for the future, and fostering a culture founded on the company’s core values of honesty, quality, and safety.

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German Carrier Lufthansa Plans for 20% Job Cuts in Administration

Lufthansa Airlines is reportedly planning significant job cuts in its administrative workforce. According to Manager Magazin, the German carrier intends to reduce administrative positions by 20% as part of its cost-cutting measures amidst an anticipated decline in earnings.

This reduction could impact approximately 400 jobs, the report revealed. While Lufthansa has not directly commented on the layoffs, the airline confirmed its goal of cutting administrative costs by 20% by 2028.

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The strategy involves leveraging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation. “A hiring freeze is currently in place for administrative roles at Lufthansa Airlines,” said a company spokesperson.

The staff reduction is expected to occur through natural attrition and age-related turnover, rather than forced layoffs. The internal projection cited by the magazine warns that Lufthansa could face an operating loss of €800 million ($843.92 million) by 2026 if no corrective measures are taken.

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The report highlights the challenges companies face in aligning workforce requirements with current and future demands. Failure to adapt could necessitate drastic actions, such as restructuring and layoffs, which carry significant repercussions for both the organization and its employees.

As Lufthansa navigates these challenges, the airline appears committed to balancing cost efficiency with digital transformation to maintain its competitiveness in a rapidly evolving industry.