The aviation industry is set for an explosion in demand, with a projected 51% growth in passenger demand in 2022 since the downturn in business due to the coronavirus pandemic. The rebound puts the industry back on track for its consistent growth pattern over the last few decades, with private aviation in particular seeing record custom from businesses and individuals. To cement this growth, the private aviation sector needs to continue to innovate – so what can customers expect to see in the future of private aviation?
On-Demand Digital Services
Smartphones quickly transitioned from technological marvel to core necessity after their mainstream adoption in the late 2000s, and their effect on end-to-end solutions has been nothing short of profound. Today, smooth and seamless end-to-end digital solutions are a core part of any user experience, especially when it comes to online transactions – and private travel is no different. Private aviation group Vista Global is one company at the forefront of innovation, with on-demand digital services that allow customers to book and schedule flights with ease.
Global Reach
Private aviation has been the premier choice for business executives and leaders for a number of reasons, but the sheer convenience of private travel is chief among them. Private jets enable flyers to plot their own route and itinerary, free from the limitations of commercial airline flight schedules. The only mitigating factors are the needs of the jet and pilot, such as refuelling or rest breaks. Customers can expect to see this customisation and freedom placed at the forefront of the user experience, with easier methods of route scheduling and greater control over the specifics of their flight.
Advancement in Sustainability
Sustainability is one of the primary concerns when it comes to private air travel, which comes attached to a heavy cost in terms of carbon footprint. Environmental causes are fast becoming a major mainstream concern, which could have a knock-on effect on private travel growth. As such, one of the key areas for innovation in private travel lies in the invention of more ecological solutions to flight, with low-emissions aircraft and zero-carbon fuel technology at the forefront of research efforts. In the meantime, though, the introduction of carbon-offsetting programs will enable companies to effect carbon neutrality while continuing their service.
Growth and Reliability
Despite the overall downturn in international travel during the coronavirus pandemic, private aviation saw growth; businesses and leaders required consistent and available international travel, which the greatly reduced schedules of commercial airlines could no longer offer. This pandemic growth illustrates a major element for future growth in the sector, in the form of reliability. With commercial flights prone to delays and cancellations, private air travel can position itself as an efficient and consistent travel solution, providing international journeys on-demand and without hassle.
