In Week 28 of 2025, global business jet activity reached 76,604 departures, up 13% on the previous week and 4% ahead of the same week in 2024, according to WingX. Although still below the 52-week high of 78,808 flights recorded in Week 26, volumes remain far above the 52-week low of 60,521 in Week 2.

Rolling four-week activity was up 4% year-on-year, with roughly two million business jet flights logged so far in 2025, a 3% gain over the same period in 2024. Flight hours also rose 3%, despite the active fleet contracting by around 1% to 16,400 aircraft.

In the US, activity climbed 20% from Week 27, totalling 48,799 departures in Week 28, up 3% on last year. Texas, Florida and California all showed steady growth, with bizliners the only segment in decline. Traffic to Canada held firm, while flights to Mexico dropped 3%. The Allen & Company Sun Valley conference brought 432 jets into Idaho’s Friedman Memorial, led by fractional operators and the Bombardier Challenger 300/350.

European activity grew 7% week-on-week. France saw a 24% year-on-year rise to 2,814 departures, the UK rose 5% to 2,217 and Italy recorded a 15% increase. Germany declined 15% after Euro 2024 highs, while Switzerland saw only a slight rise. Wimbledon finals week brought a spike in London arrivals, especially of ultra-long-range types.

Beyond these regions, the Middle East recorded 1,589 flights in Week 28, 8% ahead of last year. Africa was up 14% and South America saw 17% gains. Asia dipped 4% year-on-year, with Seletar the busiest departure airport.