The first nine months of 2022 shows increases across the board, both in the number and value of aircraft sold.
According to the latest General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, piston airplanes sales increased 8.8% through the third quarter of 2022, with 1,012 delivered. Turboprop sales increased 7.3% to 383, while business jet shipments increased 1.8% to 446.
The value of airplane deliveries through the third quarter of 2022 was $14.1 billion, an increase of approximately 4.8% from the $13.5 billion in 2021.
Helicopter shipments were also up, according to the report. Piston helicopter deliveries increased 3.8% to 137, while turbine helicopter deliveries increased 7.1% to 439.
“Demand for general aviation aircraft remains hardy as our industry continues to strategically navigate ongoing challenges, which include issues with supply chain and workforce shortages within our industry and within global regulatory authorities,” said Pete Bunce, GAMA president and CEO.
“Deliveries are converging on, and in some cases surpassing, the levels we were experiencing prior to the pandemic, which is a testament to the strength of our industry and the importance and utility of general and business aviation,” he continued.
You can see the full report here, which breaks down sales by company and make and model, here.