Jetcraft Commercial: Market insights 2025–2026

As the year draws to a close, Jetcraft Commercial reflects on the trends that shaped the global commercial aircraft market in 2025 and shares its outlook for 2026 and beyond. From shifting fleet strategies and rising lease rates to growing demand in underserved regions, this provides an informed snapshot of current dynamics, and where the industry is heading next.

2025 in a nutshell

Despite persistent supply chain issues and limited inventory, 2025 was marked by strong demand across most aircraft segments. Regional jets and turboprops continued to attract interest from operators seeking versatile, efficient lift, particularly in markets where infrastructure constraints or cost pressures make right-sizing essential. Similarly, narrowbodies saw increased leasing activity, as airlines sought capacity without committing to long OEM backlogs.

For Jetcraft Commercial, this climate reinforced the company’s value as a nimble aircraft solutions partner. The company’s transaction with Asman Airlines in Kyrgyzstan underscores the company’s role in enabling strategic growth, even in complex markets.

Global aviation trends: resilience to acceleration

While the challenges of 2024 carried over into this year, including aircraft availability and aftermarket parts scarcity, 2025 saw operators adjusting their strategies with greater flexibility and foresight.

In Europe, travel demand remained high, prompting airlines to extend planning horizons and secure aircraft earlier. Across APAC, expectations for long-term growth have reached new heights, with market forecasts projecting over 50% expansion in the coming decade. However, infrastructure constraints, particularly at high-traffic hubs, continue to influence aircraft selection, strengthening the case for regional and crossover types.

Africa’s aviation story is one of potential, held back by structural and financial barriers. With a mismatch between capacity growth and passenger demand, the region remains underserved, but highly promising. Efforts to improve access to financing, such as Jetcraft Commercial’s credit facility with Absa Group, are beginning to reshape the landscape and enable more airlines to act on growth opportunities.

Looking ahead, supply constraints will remain a defining feature of the market. OEM backlogs are stretching into the 2030s, forcing operators to turn to the pre-owned market and lengthen lease terms. Financing is still a challenge, with borrowing costs varying widely, but there is liquidity available, particularly for operators with a strong business case.

Jetcraft Commercial is preparing for these dynamics by leveraging its balance sheet strength and global sourcing capability. The company expects growth to pick up in Latin America, where recovery has been slower, and in regions prioritising connectivity and route diversification over long-haul expansion.

10 years of Jetcraft Commercial

This year marks a decade of Jetcraft Commercial delivering aircraft solutions across the regional, turboprop and narrowbody markets. Since 2015, the company has completed over 85 transactions and built a reputation for executing complex, multi-aircraft deals with speed and precision.

Notable milestones include the global placement of 19 Dash 8-400s acquired from Horizon Air and the relocation of 14 CRJ1000s from HOP! to operators worldwide. As the business continues to expand, particularly in emerging markets, its strategy is focused on scaling with agility, which means potentially offering aircraft with leases attached, bespoke financing options and robust leasing solutions.

Jetcraft Commercial is ready to help operators secure the aircraft they need to move forward, whether that means sourcing a single regional jet or managing a complex fleet transition.