Overall, when compared to 2024, the business jet and piston aircraft segments saw increases in shipments and preliminary aircraft deliveries were valued at $35.7 billion, marking an increase of 14.6 per cent. So says The General Aviation Manufacturers Association's 2025 general aviation aircraft shipment and billing report.

“The state of the general aviation manufacturing industry remains steadfast. We continue to see robust numbers of total aircraft delivered as well as annual billings eclipsing $35 billion, the highest it has ever been. While some segments are seeing marginal declines in deliveries, they are all still above 2019 levels. As manufacturers work hard to meet the challenges and demands of today, they remain focused on advancing safety and innovation for the future of the entire aviation industry,” says James Viola, GAMA president and CEO.

Aircraft shipments in 2025, when compared to 2024, saw pistons increase by 10 units to 1,782, turboprops decline slightly by 5.1 per cent with 594 units and business jets increase 11.8 per cent with 854 units. The value of deliveries for 2025 was $31.0 billion, representing an increase of 16.1 per cent.

Helicopter shipments in 2025, when compared to 2024, saw piston helicopters at 206 units and preliminary turbine helicopters at 732 units, marking a decrease of four and 14 units respectively. The preliminary value of helicopter deliveries for 2025 was $4.7 billion, an increase of approximately 5.5 per cent.

The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) has welcomed the continued strength in new aircraft deliveries, as reflected today in the General Aviation Manufacturers Association's (GAMA) State of the Industry press conference and 2025 aircraft shipment and billing report. Delivery volumes and increased values point to sustained momentum and long-term confidence across the business aviation sector.

Business jet deliveries rose again in 2025, supported by improving supply-chain performance, strong OEM backlogs and steady global demand, particularly in the midsize and large-cabin segments. Industry forecasts indicate this upward trajectory is expected to continue through 2026 and into the next decade.

“From the OEM perspective, our industry is seeing meaningful progress as production rates steadily increase and backlog positions remain strong,” says Donald Pointer, senior director of marketing and communications for Dassault Falcon Jet, an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) member of IADA. Pointer attended GAMA's State of the Industry press conference today and added, “This consistency benefits the entire ecosystem, from manufacturers and suppliers to dealers and operators, by supporting aircraft replacement cycles and reinforcing long-term confidence in business aviation.”