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Aviation Week Releases 2027 Business Aviation Fleet Forecast

October 22, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Aviation Week releases 2027 Business Aviation Fleet & MRO Forecast.
Turbine-powered business aviation fleet to grow 12% by 2036.
MRO aftermarket demand to reach $173 billion.
New business aircraft delivery values projected at $304 billion.

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Strategic Implications

This forecast may indicate a strong market for business aviation, with the turbine-powered fleet growing at a 1.3% CAGR. The MRO aftermarket demand suggests a significant opportunity for maintenance and service providers, which could benefit companies like Textron, Gulfstream, and Bombardier.

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What Happened

Turbine-Powered Business Aviation Fleet To Grow 12 Percent

Aviation Week has released its 2027 Business Aviation Fleet & MRO Forecast, predicting a 12% increase in the worldwide turbine-powered business aviation fleet by 2036. The forecast, based on independent projections and data from the Aviation Week Intelligence Network, also projects the MRO aftermarket demand to reach $173 billion and new business aircraft delivery values to reach $304 billion. According to Aviation Week, this growth may be driven by new model entrants and the success of legacy lines, with Textron leading in unit deliveries and Gulfstream outperforming in delivery values. This was reported by Aviation Week.

Source | Originally Published: October 22, 2026

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