Global Business Aviation Report — November 2025
November 2025 recorded 287,715 global business jet departures, a robust +6.36% year-over-year increase over November 2024's 270,519 flights. On a month-over-month basis, November declined -8.70% from October 2025's record 315,122 departures — a typical seasonal correction following the year's busiest month. This marks the 11th consecutive month of positive YoY growth in 2025, with the year-to-date total reaching 3,201,808 flights (+6.04% over 2024). The monthly average has evolved from 274,496 in 2024 to 291,073 in 2025, representing approximately 16,500 additional flights per month as a structural baseline. November 2025's 287,715 departures represent the strongest November in recorded history, underscoring the business aviation market's continued structural growth trajectory.
November's sequential decline from October follows well-established Q4 seasonal patterns, where the transition from peak fall corporate travel toward year-end holidays typically produces an 8-12% month-over-month contraction. The 2025 global monthly series reveals a clear pattern: January trough near 263,000, steady climb through spring and summer, October peak at 315,122, and Q4 normalization. Year-to-date totals through November 2025 (3,201,808) already exceed 2024's pace by over 175,000 flights, with December projected at approximately 291,125 departures (+3.5% YoY) to deliver a full-year 2025 record exceeding 3.49 million flights and the strongest Q4 on record at approximately 894,000 flights.
Market Overview
November 2025 — Global Business Aviation
Regional Deep Dive
North America · Europe · Rest of World
North America
North America recorded 220,932 business jet departures in November 2025, a -7.00% sequential decline from October's peak of 237,563 flights but representing a healthy +0.41% year-over-year comparison. The region's 76.79% global share increased by 1.40 percentage points from October, as European seasonal contraction (-22.89% MoM) shifted relative market share toward North America's more weather-resilient domestic network. The Florida Effect dominated November's airport dynamics, with Naples (+43.95%), Miami (+34.56%), West Palm Beach (+12.67%), and Scottsdale (+10.86%) posting strong gains as the snowbird migration accelerated. Year-to-date North America has recorded 2,384,343 departures, representing 74.5% of global activity with a monthly average of 216,758.
Europe
Europe recorded 33,513 business jet departures in November 2025, a steep -22.89% decline from October's 43,460 flights — the most dramatic monthly contraction across all regions. This reflects Europe's pronounced seasonality, where the transition from autumn to winter strips away Mediterranean leisure demand and weather-sensitive charter operations. All 10 top European airports posted negative MoM growth, with Madrid (-30.35%), Nice (-28.07%), and Paris (-26.99%) experiencing the sharpest declines. Despite this seasonal correction, the region's year-to-date total of 482,264 departures maintains pace with 2024, reflecting stable underlying demand. Europe's share contracted to 11.65%, down 2.14 percentage points from October, as the region enters its seasonal low period.
Rest of World
The Rest of World region recorded 33,270 business jet departures in November 2025, a modest -2.43% decline from October's 34,099 — the mildest MoM contraction of any region, highlighting the countercyclical nature of emerging market aviation demand. The year-over-year comparison shows strong +12.47% growth, with the region's share rising to 11.56% — nearly matching Europe's 11.65% and confirming the structural convergence trend. Dubai (+9.76%) extended its growth streak as the Gulf winter season intensified. Indian aviation posted exceptional numbers with New Delhi (+20.62%) and Mumbai (+7.25%) both growing, reflecting India's rising wealth and corporate aviation adoption. Brazilian airports claimed three spots in the Top 10, signaling Latin America's continued business aviation maturation.
Country Rankings
Top 10 Countries by Business Jet Departures
The United States dominates global business aviation with 69.7% of all departures (197,619 flights), followed by Mexico (9,039) and Brazil (8,275). European countries France, United Kingdom, Germany, and Switzerland maintain strong positions, while the Top 10 collectively represent over 80% of global business jet activity.
| # | Country | Flights | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇺🇸United States | 197,619 | 69.72% |
| 2 | 🇲🇽Mexico | 9,039 | 3.19% |
| 3 | 🇧🇷Brazil | 8,275 | 2.92% |
| 4 | 🇨🇦Canada | 5,732 | 2.02% |
| 5 | 🇬🇧United Kingdom | 5,195 | 1.83% |
| 6 | 🇩🇪Germany | 4,375 | 1.54% |
| 7 | 🇫🇷France | 4,365 | 1.54% |
| 8 | 🇮🇹Italy | 3,530 | 1.25% |
| 9 | 🇪🇸Spain | 3,417 | 1.21% |
| 10 | 🇮🇳India | 3,150 | 1.11% |
Airport Rankings
Top 10 Airports by Region
November marks the acceleration of the winter migration season across North America. Florida airports dominated growth: Naples surged +43.95% (4,877 departures) as UHNW seasonal residents arrived, Miami jumped +34.56% (4,797), and West Palm Beach gained +12.67% (5,264). Westchester (+9.13%) and Scottsdale (+10.86%) also posted strong gains from snowbird repositioning and Arizona's winter appeal. Teterboro maintained its #1 position with 11,865 departures despite a modest -1.30% MoM decline. Dallas (-7.38%), Washington (-10.88%), and Los Angeles (-10.41%) experienced seasonal corrections as corporate travel volume moderated from October's peak.
| # | Airport | Flights | MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KTEBNew York | 11,865 | -1.3% |
| 2 | KDALDallas | 6,486 | -7.4% |
| 3 | KHPNWestchester | 6,132 | +9.1% |
| 4 | KIADWashington | 5,265 | -10.9% |
| 5 | KPBIWest Palm Beach | 5,264 | +12.7% |
| 6 | KLASLas Vegas | 4,983 | -4.8% |
| 7 | KAPFNaples | 4,877 | +44.0% |
| 8 | KOPFMiami | 4,797 | +34.6% |
| 9 | KSDLScottsdale | 4,786 | +10.9% |
| 10 | KVNYLos Angeles | 4,321 | -10.4% |
November 2025 marks Europe's steepest monthly contraction, with all 10 airports in decline. Paris Le Bourget (-26.99% to 3,311) retained its #1 position but felt the full weight of seasonal adjustment. Geneva (-6.39%) showed the mildest decline, benefiting from early winter sports season and proximity to Alpine ski resorts. Madrid (-30.35%) and Nice (-28.07%) led the steepest drops as Mediterranean leisure traffic evaporated. Three London airports appear in the Top 10 (Farnborough, Luton, Biggin Hill) with combined departures of 4,823 — confirming London's role as Europe's multi-hub business aviation center even during the seasonal low. Rome Ciampino enters the Top 10 for the first time, replacing Palma as seasonal shifts reshape the ranking.
| # | Airport | Flights | MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LFPBParis | 3,311 | -27.0% |
| 2 | LSGGGeneva | 1,978 | -6.4% |
| 3 | EGLFLondon Farnborough | 1,861 | -18.2% |
| 4 | LIMLMilan Linate | 1,817 | -17.3% |
| 5 | EGGWLondon Luton | 1,812 | -20.9% |
| 6 | LFMNNice | 1,781 | -28.1% |
| 7 | LSZHZurich | 1,417 | -13.7% |
| 8 | LEMDMadrid | 1,393 | -30.4% |
| 9 | EGKBLondon Biggin Hill | 1,150 | -21.6% |
| 10 | LIRARome | 1,104 | -23.0% |
Dubai's +9.76% growth to 2,035 departures cements its position as the RoW's premier business aviation hub, riding the winter tourism and conference season wave. Indian airports deliver a breakout performance: New Delhi (+20.62%) and Mumbai (+7.25%) together contributed 1,723 departures, reflecting India's accelerating business aviation adoption driven by rising domestic wealth, corporate demand, and improving FBO infrastructure. São Paulo's dual airport system (SBJH +27.04%, SBSP +3.48%) plus Brasília (869 flights) gives Brazil three airports in the Top 10 — confirming the country's status as the Rest of World's largest single market. Nigerian airports contracted (Lagos -13.72%, Abuja -1.41%) from October's elevated levels.
| # | Airport | Flights | MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OMDWDubai | 2,035 | +9.8% |
| 2 | SBJHSão Paulo Campo | 1,231 | +27.0% |
| 3 | SBSPSão Paulo | 1,218 | +3.5% |
| 4 | LTBAIstanbul | 1,059 | -10.8% |
| 5 | VIDPNew Delhi | 895 | +20.6% |
| 6 | DNMMLagos | 874 | -13.7% |
| 7 | SBBRBrasília | 869 | -8.6% |
| 8 | DNAAAbuja | 842 | -1.4% |
| 9 | VABBMumbai | 828 | +7.3% |
| 10 | OERKRiyadh | 794 | -16.9% |
Aircraft Intelligence
Utilization Rates, Fleet Rankings & Type Distribution
November 2025's global aircraft utilization rankings show the Citation Longitude leading at 56.34% across 122 aircraft, followed closely by the Citation Latitude at 55.64% across a much larger 394-unit fleet. The top two positions maintained by Cessna Citation models reflect their dominant presence in the North American fractional and charter markets. Embraer's Praetor 500 (47.04%) and Phenom 300 (42.93%) round out the top four, with the Phenom 300's fleet of 795 aircraft representing the largest fleet size in the top 10. The Challenger 850's appearance at #5 (40.44%, 53 aircraft) suggests strong demand in the heavy jet charter segment. Average top 10 utilization at 43.71% indicates healthy market activity despite November's seasonal moderation.
| # | Model | Utilization | Fleet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Citation Longitude | 56.34% | 122 |
| 2 | Citation Latitude | 55.64% | 394 |
| 3 | Praetor 500 | 47.04% | 81 |
| 4 | Phenom 300 | 42.93% | 795 |
| 5 | Challenger 850 | 40.44% | 53 |
| 6 | Global 5500 | 40.19% | 35 |
| 7 | Challenger 300 Series | 39.41% | 914 |
| 8 | Legacy 600 Series | 39.12% | 190 |
| 9 | Legacy 500 Series | 38.79% | 121 |
| 10 | Citation X | 37.15% | 255 |
North America's November fleet composition maintains its characteristic structure: Light Jets (47.32%) and Midsize Jets (32.95%) together account for over 80% of the 218,217 total departures. Heavy Jets (11.22%) and Ultra Long Range aircraft (8.42%) serve the transcontinental and international segment. The Light Jet category's 47.32% share — slightly below October's 48.13% — may reflect the seasonal shift toward longer-range winter migration routes (Florida, Caribbean) where midsize and heavy jets are preferred for passenger comfort over 2-3 hour flights. VIP Airliners account for just 0.09% of North American operations (190 flights).
November 2025 sees the Challenger 300 Series narrowly edge the Phenom 300 for North America's top position with 18,729 versus 18,718 flights — just 11 flights separating the two. This reversal from October (when Phenom 300 led) reflects the Challenger's greater appeal for medium-range corporate missions that remain steady even as seasonal leisure charter demand moderates. All top 10 models experienced MoM declines, with the Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+ showing the steepest at -11.54%. The Learjet 40/45 Series posted -9.88%, continuing the gradual phase-out trend of the Learjet fleet as operators transition to newer platforms. Cessna dominates with four models in the top 10, underscoring its broad fleet presence across light and midsize categories.
| # | Model | Flights | MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Challenger 300 Series | 18,729 | -5.6% |
| 2 | Phenom 300 | 18,718 | -8.2% |
| 3 | Citation Latitude | 14,356 | -4.3% |
| 4 | Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+ | 14,191 | -11.5% |
| 5 | Citation CJ3/CJ3+ | 9,680 | -8.2% |
| 6 | Challenger 600 Series | 7,474 | -3.6% |
| 7 | Hawker 800 Series | 5,918 | -3.2% |
| 8 | Citation X | 5,194 | -4.4% |
| 9 | Falcon 2000 Series | 5,144 | -4.1% |
| 10 | Learjet 40/45 Series | 4,896 | -9.9% |
Route Analysis
Top City Pairs & Cross-Border Routes
| # | Route | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Las Vegas → Los Angeles | 1,132 |
| 2 | Dallas → Houston | 792 |
| 3 | Miami → New York | 635 |
| 4 | Austin → Dallas | 613 |
| 5 | New York → Washington | 521 |
November 2025's cross-border analysis reveals dramatic seasonal dynamics. The Bahamas-US corridor exploded +89.01% MoM to 3,113 flights, signaling peak Caribbean winter season activation as wealthy Americans seek island getaways. Mexico-US traffic surged +36.89% to 6,078 flights, the strongest corridor performance, driven by winter resort demand in Cabo San Lucas and continuing nearshoring business travel. Puerto Rico-US grew +24.35%, reflecting similar winter migration patterns. In contrast, Canada-US traffic declined -10.65% to 4,780 flights as cross-border corporate travel moderated entering the holiday season. UK-US transatlantic traffic fell -12.95%, consistent with European seasonal contraction.
| # | Route | Flights | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico → US | 6,078 | +17.3% |
| 2 | Canada → US | 4,780 | -12.5% |
| 3 | Bahamas → US | 3,113 | +11.9% |
| 4 | UK → US | 672 | -6.0% |
| 5 | Puerto Rico → US | 572 | +5.9% |
Operator Rankings
Top Operators by Region
NetJets Aviation maintains overwhelming market dominance with 16.40% regional share in November 2025, followed by Flexjet at 6.69%. The top 3 operators (NetJets, Flexjet, flyExclusive) collectively control 24.89% of North American departures. The entry of flyExclusive at #3 (1.80%) over Executive Jet Management (1.61%) signals shifting competitive dynamics in the fractional and charter space. The Top 10 combined share of 33.24% leaves 66.76% of departures distributed across corporate flight departments, smaller charter operators, and owner-flown aircraft — confirming North America's deeply fragmented market structure.
| # | Operator | Flights | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NetJets Aviation, Inc. | 36,225 | 16.40% |
| 2 | Flexjet, LLC | 14,780 | 6.69% |
| 3 | flyExclusive | 3,978 | 1.80% |
| 4 | Vista Jet US | 3,824 | 1.73% |
| 5 | Executive Jet Management, Inc. | 3,558 | 1.61% |
| 6 | Wheels Up Partners, LLC | 2,762 | 1.25% |
| 7 | Solairus Aviation | 2,430 | 1.10% |
| 8 | Jet Linx Aviation, LLC | 2,165 | 0.98% |
| 9 | Airsprint | 1,988 | 0.90% |
| 10 | Airshare | 1,723 | 0.78% |
European operator dynamics reflect the continent's regulatory complexity and diverse business model ecosystem. NetJets Europe leads with approximately 13% share, followed by VistaJet's subscription model at approximately 8%. The European market remains significantly more fragmented than North America, with the Top 10 operators collectively capturing less than a third of departures. November's seasonal contraction affects all operators proportionally, with no single operator demonstrating counter-seasonal resilience. The persistence of multiple operator models — fractional, subscription, charter, and management — suggests the European market supports differentiated value propositions across its complex regulatory landscape.
| # | Operator | Flights | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NetJets Europe | 4,350 | 12.98% |
| 2 | VistaJet Ltd | 2,680 | 7.99% |
| 3 | Flexjet, LLC | 560 | 1.67% |
| 4 | ProAir Aviation GmbH | 510 | 1.52% |
| 5 | JETFLY AVIATION SA | 490 | 1.46% |
| 6 | Platoon Aviation | 475 | 1.42% |
| 7 | Svenskt Ambulansflyg AB | 445 | 1.33% |
| 8 | Globeair Ag | 430 | 1.28% |
| 9 | Air X | 405 | 1.21% |
| 10 | TAG Aviation (UK) | 385 | 1.15% |
| # | Operator | Flights | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Link Pty Limited | 550 | 1.65% |
| 2 | ExcelAire | 470 | 1.41% |
| 3 | Jet Aviation | 430 | 1.29% |
| 4 | Royal Jet | 400 | 1.20% |
| 5 | Asia Jet | 365 | 1.10% |
| 6 | Deer Jet | 340 | 1.02% |
| 7 | Fly Corporate | 320 | 0.96% |
| 8 | MENA Aerospace | 295 | 0.89% |
| 9 | Sino Jet | 275 | 0.83% |
| 10 | TAG Aviation Asia | 255 | 0.77% |
Flight Patterns
Range Distribution & Flight Structure
November 2025's flight range analysis confirms the structural shift toward longer-range missions. Long-Haul flights (>2,000 nm) led all segments with +11.21% year-over-year growth and the shallowest MoM decline at just -2.83%, demonstrating the segment's resilience to seasonal fluctuations. Short-Haul flights (≤500 nm) comprised 57.78% of operations but posted the weakest YoY growth at +2.05% and steepest MoM decline at -8.66%. The Medium-Haul segment (500-2,000 nm) showed balanced performance with +4.63% YoY growth. Rest of World posted the strongest growth across all ranges: Short-Haul +24.16%, Medium-Haul +17.08%, and Long-Haul +15.69% year-over-year — reflecting the emerging market aviation boom. European ranges declined most sharply MoM (-19% to -28%) as Mediterranean summer routes ceased.
November 2025's flight structure analysis reveals persistent regional patterns. North America maintains 99.1% intracontinental concentration with 89.64% domestic flights, reflecting the vast U.S. internal market where transcontinental domestic routes regularly exceed 2,000 nm. Europe's 73.78% cross-border rate reflects the continent's fragmented national geography where routine business travel crosses multiple national boundaries. The Rest of World region records the longest average stage length at 763 nm (124.8 minutes), driven by the geographic dispersion of economic centers across the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Average distances increased marginally across all regions compared to October, suggesting November's reduced volumes are concentrated in shorter leisure routes while business-driven medium and long-haul operations maintain steadier activity.
Spotlight
Featured Route & Aircraft — November 2025
The Las Vegas–Los Angeles corridor maintained its position as North America's busiest city pair in November 2025 with 1,132 flights — approximately 38 flights per day. The route showed remarkable stability with just -1.22% MoM decline from October's 1,146, defying the broader -7.00% NA seasonal contraction and demonstrating the entertainment corridor's year-round demand resilience. However, the -11.70% year-over-year decline from November 2024's 1,282 flights suggests some structural normalization from post-pandemic peaks. NetJets dominates with 18.64% share (211 flights), followed by Cirrus Aviation Services — a Las Vegas-based operator — at 10.95% (124 flights). The 380 km route, completable in approximately 45 minutes, epitomizes the business aviation convenience proposition.
The Embraer Phenom 300 posted 23,664 flights globally in November 2025, maintaining its position as the world's most popular business jet model despite a -10.31% MoM decline from October's 26,385. Year-over-year growth of +8.14% over November 2024's 21,883 flights confirms continued fleet expansion and market demand. The Phenom 300's route analysis reveals its universal appeal: the Rio de Janeiro–São Paulo corridor leads with 108 flights (Embraer's home market), followed by Dallas-Houston (94), Las Vegas-Los Angeles (58), Austin-Dallas (54), and a diverse set of U.S. and international city pairs. The model's 795-aircraft global fleet with 42.93% utilization represents the largest and most active light jet fleet worldwide, serving fractional programs, charter operations, and corporate flight departments across every major aviation market.
9H-OMK, a Malta-registered Bombardier Global 5000 operated by Avcon Jet AG, was November's most active business jet with 144 flights — an extraordinary 4.8 flights per day. Unlike typical most-active aircraft serving domestic regional routes, 9H-OMK operated a genuinely intercontinental mission profile centered on Krakow, Poland. The aircraft's top route — Krakow to London (27 flights) — suggests regular business shuttle operations, while Abu Dhabi-Krakow (12 flights) indicates cross-continental positioning. The Krakow-centric route network spanning Oslo, Eindhoven, Basel, Tel Aviv, Barcelona, Milan, Nice, and Rome demonstrates the Global 5000's versatility for pan-European and Middle Eastern operations. This use case highlights European business aviation's cross-border complexity where a single aircraft routinely serves 10+ international city pairs in a single month.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many business jet flights were there in November 2025?+
There were 287,715 global business jet departures in November 2025, a +6.36% change year-over-year and -8.70% month-over-month. North America accounted for 76.79% of all departures (220,932 flights), followed by Europe at 11.65% (33,513) and Rest of World at 11.56% (33,270). The month-over-month decline follows the well-established seasonal pattern where January represents the weakest month of the year as corporate travel resumes gradually after winter holidays. The active global fleet comprised 17,592 aircraft averaging 9,590 departures per day.
What was the busiest business aviation airport in November 2025?+
In North America, New York (KTEB) was the busiest business aviation airport with 11,865 departures, followed by Dallas (6,486) and Westchester (6,132). South Florida airports posted strong gains driven by high-net-worth seasonal migration, while Northeast hubs experienced post-holiday corrections. In Europe, Paris (LFPB) led with 3,311 departures, maintaining its position as Europe's premier business aviation hub. In the Rest of World, Dubai led with 2,035 departures.
Which aircraft had the highest utilization rate in November 2025?+
The Citation Longitude had the highest utilization rate at 56.34% across a fleet of 122 aircraft, followed by the Citation Latitude at 55.64% (394 aircraft) and the Praetor 500 at 47.04%. The most popular model overall was the Phenom 300 by Embraer with 23,664 total flights across 795 aircraft globally.
What was the most popular private jet route in November 2025?+
The Las Vegas–Los Angeles corridor was the busiest business aviation route with 1132 flights, averaging 38 flights per day. Year-over-year traffic grew -11.7%, driven by South Florida's continued emergence as a financial and tech relocation destination. NetJets Aviation, Inc. dominated the route with 18.64% market share, followed by Cirrus Aviation Services at 10.95%. The approximately ~0.75 hrs flight covers 380 km.
What is the largest business aviation operator in November 2025?+
NetJets Aviation, Inc. was the largest operator in North America with 36,225 flights and 16.4% market share, widening its lead over second-place Flexjet, LLC (14,780 flights, 6.69%). The top 3 North American operators collectively controlled approximately 26% of departures. In Europe, NetJets Europe led with 4,350 flights (12.98% share), followed by VistaJet Ltd with 2,680 flights. Fractional operators recovered fastest from the post-holiday period as contractual share-owners resumed travel ahead of charter customers.
What are the business aviation market trends for November 2025?+
Key trends in November 2025 include: (1) a structural shift towards longer-range flights, with Long-Haul growing +11.2% YoY while Short-Haul declined -2.0%; (2) the Rest of World region grew +12.5% YoY, nearly matching Europe's share for the first time; (3) South Florida airports outperformed as high-net-worth winter migration drove traffic; (4) fractional operators (NetJets, Flexjet) maintained resilience through the seasonal downturn; and (5) the Phenom 300 consolidated its position as the world's most popular business jet model.
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