Airbus research finds corporate aviation playing increasing role in Asian business
Corporate aviation is playing an “increasingly strategic” role for Asian based businesses, according to a study commissioned by Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ).
The ACJ Asia Market Report 2025 found that the majority of organisations in Asia that already use business aviation are using it more to support their operational efficiency. This includes providing access to a broader group of employees, while many also use their business aircraft to support humanitarian causes.
“This research confirms what we’re seeing on the ground – that for many Asian organisations, business aviation isn’t just faster, it’s smarter,” said Chadi Saade, president of ACJ. “It allows professionals to recover valuable hours, work securely and make better use of their time in transit.”
The research was collected from a pool comprising 34 senior executives at some of the largest corporations in China, Hong Kong and Singapore and 33 Asia-based family offices, hedge funds and private equity firms.
The research reveals that 63% of overall business air travel for the senior executives surveyed at Asian corporations is now conducted via business aviation.
Almost all (94%) organisations surveyed estimate that they save between two and three hours when using a business aircraft rather than a commercial flight; and a further 5% say they save three hours or more. More than 72% also state that a quarter or more of the business routes they make using corporate aircraft are not served by commercial flights.
Looking ahead, over half (54%) of organisations expect their use of business jets to increase by 50-75% over the next two years, while a further 9% anticipate their usage will rise between 75-100%.
In addition to shorter travel times, all respondents highlight significantly improved productivity – nearly 87% rate their productivity as 25-50% higher on business jets compared to commercial flights, while a further 8% say their productivity is 50-75% higher.
Saade said: “Business aviation is no longer reserved exclusively for top-tier executives or emergency travel. Forward-thinking organisations are increasingly acknowledging its value across their business, particularly for employees whose roles demand on-site presence to manage international affairs.”
Business aviation’s usage also expands outside of the organisation, with 99% of respondents saying that their company uses its business aircraft to support humanitarian or charitable causes.
“At ACJ we’re proud to support our clients not only in their commercial goals, but also in helping them make a meaningful impact in the world,” Saade continued. “From increasing efficiency and productivity to supporting philanthropic causes, the role of business aviation continues to evolve.”
Access the full research paper here.
