WingX recorded 74,530 business jet departures globally in Week 8 (17–23 February), up 3% from the same period last year but 4% below the rolling 52-week peak set in Week 42 of 2024. Part 135 and 91K sectors were 8% ahead year-on-year, matching the year-to-date trend but still short of the high from Week 29 of 2024. NetJets accounted for a quarter of these flights so far in 2025, an increase from its 24% share in 2024.

US business jet activity in Week 8 increased by 2% over last year. Florida saw 4% growth, while California and Texas each recorded a 6% increase. Year-to-date, Florida accounted for 17% of all US business jet departures, up 7% from last year. Fractional operators in the state have increased flights by 13%, while corporate flight departments have flown 12% fewer departures, mirroring the national decline.

Since the US election on 6 November 2024, business jet departures have been 5% ahead of the same period last year. Florida and Texas saw 6% growth, while New York recorded a 10% increase. Fractional operators have flown 14% more, whereas corporate flight departments have reduced their activity by 11%.

In Europe, business jet activity rose 4% year-on-year in Week 8, exceeding the four-week average, which is now even with last year. The UK saw a 9% rise, likely from ski season traffic, while Switzerland’s activity was up 21%. Germany, however, saw a 10% decline in departures, with the four-week trend now 8% behind last year. Super midsize jets were the only category growing in Germany, though ultra-long-range jets have recorded 7% more flight hours. Munich Airport bucked the national decline, with an 8% rise, while Stuttgart saw a 24% drop.

Beyond the US and Europe, business jet activity rose 8% year-on-year. The Middle East and Asia saw 8% and 7% growth respectively, while Africa recorded a 30% increase. Year-to-date, African business jet activity is up 7%, with flight hours 10% ahead of last year. South Africa and Morocco have driven this growth, with departures up 13% and 7% respectively. Domestic demand has been the key factor in South Africa, especially between Cape Town and Durban, while Morocco’s busiest international route, to Spain, has risen 58%. Nigeria and Libya have seen declines.

Richard Koe, managing director at WingX, says, “The demand for business jets remains resilient despite growing concerns for the global economy, with Florida still booming, though Germany’s political strife is reflected in significantly less flying this year.”