Regional Overview – Asia-Pacific Business Jet Fleet Report YE 2025

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By the end of 2025, the total number of business jets in the Asia-Pacific region continued to increase, reaching 1,168 aircraft, representing 1.5% growth over 2024. This growth rate was higher than the 1.0% recorded in 2024, although the pace remained moderate and reflected a gradual recovery rather than a sharp expansion.

Mainland China maintained its position as the largest business jet market in Asia-Pacific, with a fleet of 243 aircraft, six fewer than at the end of 2024. Australia and India ranked second and third, with 218 and 188 aircraft, respectively. Notably, India recorded the highest net growth among all Asia-Pacific countries, adding 20 aircraft and expanding its fleet by 11.9%. Conversely, Singapore experienced the largest net fleet decline in the region, with a reduction of 10 aircraft.

At the subregional level, growth was uneven. South Asia recorded the largest net addition, increasing by 19 aircraft and achieving the highest subregional growth rate of 10.3%. The subregion’s total fleet reached 204 aircraft, ranking fourth among AsiaPacific subregions. India dominated the South Asian market with a fleet of 188 aircraft, followed by Pakistan with 15.

Greater China remained the largest subregional market for business jets in Asia-Pacific. After four consecutive years of fleet decline, the region stabilized with a net increase of one aircraft in 2025, bringing the total fleet to 332 aircraft. Hong Kong SAR recorded the strongest growth within Greater China, with its fleet increasing by five aircraft, from 56 to 61, while mainland China declined by six aircraft.

Southeast Asia recorded a net fleet decline of eight aircraft in 2025, with its total fleet falling to 279 aircraft. Singapore continued to lead the subregion with 66 business jets, despite a decline of 10 aircraft from 2024. Indonesia remained unchanged at 61 aircraft, while the Philippines declined to 44 aircraft. Thailand also declined by two aircraft to 41. Vietnam recorded the strongest growth within Southeast Asia, expanding from nine aircraft in 2024 to 15 in 2025, representing the highest country-level growth rate in Asia-Pacific at 66.7%. Malaysia expanded modestly, increasing by two aircraft to 40.

Oceania recorded a net fleet increase of one aircraft, bringing its total to 246. Australia remained the main market in the subregion, adding three business jets and reaching 218 aircraft, making it the second-largest business jet market in Asia-Pacific. Meanwhile, New Zealand’s fleet declined by two aircraft compared with 2024.

East Asia recorded a net addition of four aircraft in 2025 and remained the smallest subregional market, with a total fleet of 107 aircraft. Japan led East Asia with a net addition of five aircraft, increasing its fleet to 86, while South Korea’s fleet declined by one aircraft to 21.

MAJOR COUNTRY/REGION SNAPSHOTS

Greater China
By the end of 2025, the business jet fleet in Greater China—including mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, and Taiwan— stood at 332 aircraft, representing 28.4% of the total Asia-Pacific fleet. This marked the first net increase of aircraft after four consecutive years of decline. During the year, the region recorded 27 additions, offset by 26 deductions. Among the additions, 13 were new deliveries and 14 were pre-owned additions, with pre-owned aircraft accounting for 51.9% of the total.

Looking at the Greater China’s business jet fleet separately, mainland China’s fleet declined by six aircraft, while Macao’s fleet increased by one aircraft and Taiwan’s fleet also increased by one aircraft. Hong Kong, the key driver behind the stabilization of Greater China’s fleet, expanded its fleet by five aircraft, from 56 in 2024 to 61 in 2025. Of these additions, six aircraft (four new deliveries and two pre-owned additions) were added, with three aircraft operated by TAG Aviation.

From a size category perspective, the Long Range segment accounted for 77.8% of all additions (21 of 27 aircraft). The Bombardier Global 7500 saw its presence more than double from 10 units in 2023 to 21 by 2025, while the Gulfstream G700 reached a fleet count of five aircraft.

Australia
Australia remained the second-largest business aviation market in the Asia-Pacific region, characterized by steady growth over the past few years. By the end of 2025, the country’s business jet fleet reached a total of 218 aircraft, marking a net increase of three units compared to 2024. Fleet growth during the year was driven by practical operational needs, consisting of one new delivery, 15 pre-owned additions, and 12 deductions. This high reliance on the preowned market—where pre-owned acquisitions accounted for nearly 95% of all additions.

Due to Australia’s unique geographic landscape and the vast distances between major economic hubs such as Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Brisbane, the market is structurally defined by Very Light and Light jets. These aircraft are perfectly suited to the typical operating profiles of domestic inter-city transit and regional connectivity. Textron Aviation secured a dominant position in the country; the Cessna Citation series accounted for 77 aircraft, representing a significant 35.3% share of the national f leet. Notably, the Citation 510 Mustang and the Citation 525 series remained core components of this segment.

A distinguishing feature of the Australian market was its emphasis on multi-mission utility aircraft, particularly in EMS and remote operations. The Learjet 35/36 remained the most prevalent model in the country with 23 units, largely due to its proven reliability in specialized mission roles. Furthermore, the Pilatus PC-24 established an important role, with its fleet growing to 13 aircraft by 2025. As the world’s first Light jet designed for unpaved runways, the PC-24’s ability to access Australia’s remote mining sites and outback regions has made it a strategic asset for operators requiring “goanywhere” performance.

India
By the end of 2025, India ranked as the third-largest business aviation market in Asia-Pacific, with a total fleet of 188 aircraft, accounting for 16.1% of the regional fleet. During the year, India recorded a net increase of 20 aircraft, representing a growth rate of 11.9%. Fleet additions included seven new deliveries and 23 aircraft from the pre-owned market, while 12 aircraft were removed from the fleet.

The growth of India’s business jet fleet was mainly driven by Long Range and Large jets. The country’s most common models were the Citation 560XL, Citation 525A, Legacy 600, Legacy 650, and Premier I/ IA. Meanwhile, aircraft such as the Global 5500, Global 6000, and Falcon 2000 LX were more representative of recent additions and notable activity in the long-range and largecabin segments, rather than the core fleet leaders. Medium and Light jets continued to support domestic operating requirements. Despite the market’s rapid expansion, several challenges remain. Compared with Australia’s well-established MRO ecosystem, India still relies heavily on overseas maintenance facilities, particularly in Dubai and Singapore, for heavy maintenance operations.

Japan
In 2025, Japan had a total of 86 business jets, representing a net increase of five aircraft during the year. Fleet changes included four new deliveries, two additions from the pre-owned market, and two aircraft removals, plus one intra-APAC addition explaining the net increase.

Japan introduced its first Gulfstream G700 in 2025, marking the entry of the Long Range f lagship jet into the Japanese market.

Japan’s business jet fleet is primarily composed of Very Light and Light jets, which total 50 aircraft and accounted for 58.1% of the fleet. The most prevalent models include the HondaJet and the Citation 525 series. The HondaJet’s homemarket advantage is clearly reflected in its strong use, particularly in domestic shorthaul and inter-island operations.

Singapore
By the end of 2025, Singapore’s business jet fleet stood at 66 aircraft, representing a net decrease of ten aircraft from the previous year. Fleet activity during the year included two new deliveries and six pre-owned additions, but these were outweighed by 14 removals and a net loss of four aircraft from intra-APAC movement. This continued turnover highlighted Singapore’s role as a regional hub where aircraft are frequently traded and repositioned across markets.

A defining characteristic of the Singapore market was its function as a regional operational base for neighboring Southeast Asian countries. Many owners from emerging markets continue to rely on Singapore’s worldclass MRO infrastructure and professional management services at Seletar Airport, effectively using the city-state as a base for aircraft that may operate across borders.

Singapore’s business jets are all registered overseas. The largest registry group was the United States (N) with 19 aircraft, followed by San Marino (T7-) with 18, Cayman Islands (VP-C) with ten, and Australia (VH-) with nine. The VP-C fleet increased by three aircraft compared with 2024, while the VP-B/VQ-B f leet declined from six aircraft to four.

From a category perspective, Singapore’s f leet continued to be dominated by the Long Range segment, which accounted for 40 aircraft, or 60.6% of the total fleet. This concentration reflected the city-state’s role as a global financial center requiring direct long-haul connectivity. The most common models were the Gulfstream G650ER (nine aircraft), G550 (eight), G100/G150 (six), followed by the Bombardier Global 6000 (five) and Gulfstream G650 (five).

Indonesia
Indonesia’s business jet fleet number remained unchanged from 2024, totaling 61 aircraft. This included three new deliveries, three preowned additions, and seven removals, placing Indonesia seventh in the Asia-Pacific region. Among the new additions to Indonesia’s business jet fleet, Travira added two aircraft, while Aegle Aviation added one aircraft.

Large and Long Range jets dominate Indonesia’s business jet fleet, with 38 aircraft, accounting for 62.3% of the total fleet. The most popular business jet models include the Embraer Legacy 600 (nine aircraft), Gulfstream G450 (eight), and Bombardier Global 5000 (five).

Malaysia
By the end of 2025, Malaysia had 40 business jets in operation, representing an increase of two aircraft compared with the previous year, or a growth rate of 5.3%. This growth resulted from three new deliveries, five additions from the pre-owned market, and seven aircraft removals.

The growth was primarily driven by Long Range and Large jets, with notable activity in models such as the Global series and Falcon 7X, reflecting increasing demand among end users. While Medium and Light jets maintained a steady presence, the overall f leet trend in Malaysia’s business aviation market was mixed, with a notable decline in 2024 followed by a modest recovery in 2025, driven by limited new deliveries and continued pre-owned acquisitions.

The Philippines
At the end of 2025, the Philippines had a total of 44 business jets, representing a net decrease of four aircraft during the year. Fleet changes included two new deliveries, three additions from the pre-owned market, and eight aircraft removals.

For the second consecutive year, all new deliveries to the Philippine business jet f leet were Light jets. In 2025, the additions included one Cessna Citation 525C (CJ4) and one Pilatus PC-24.

Thailand
By the end of 2025, Thailand’s business jet f leet totaled 41 aircraft, representing a net decrease of two aircraft during the year. Fleet changes included one new delivery, f ive additions from the pre-owned market, and six aircraft removals.

The most popular business jet models in Thailand were the Gulfstream G650ER and the HondaJet Elite, with five aircraft each, followed by the Gulfstream G550, with three aircraft in operation.

New Zealand
By the end of 2025, New Zealand’s business jet fleet totaled 24 aircraft, with a net decrease of two units. This change resulted from zero pre-owned additions, three aircraft removals, and one intra-APAC inflow.

New Zealand’s business jet fleet showed a clear preference toward regional utility operations, with Very Light, Light, and Medium jets accounting for two-thirds of the fleet. At the same time, the presence of eight Large and Long Range aircraft indicated a still meaningful long-haul capability. Textron’s Cessna Citation family formed the backbone of the market.

Despite its small size, the market maintained a Long Range segment for international reach. The continued presence of flagship models like the Gulfstream G700 and Bombardier Global 7500 ensured that New Zealand’s fleet retained long-haul capabilities.

South Korea
In 2025, the storage of a BBJ 787-8 reduced South Korea’s business jet fleet to 21 aircraft. Textron remained the country’s largest OEM, with the Citation 525 (M2/CJ1/+) as its most popular model. Gulfstream and Boeing ranked as the second and third largest OEMs, with the G650ER and BBJ being their most popular models, respectively. Together, these three major OEMs accounted for 66.7% of the South Korean business jet market.

Vietnam
As the fastest growing country in AsiaPacific in 2025, Vietnam delivered a remarkable performance. The country’s business jet fleet reached 15 aircraft, including three new deliveries and one addition from the pre-owned market, with overall growth driven by two additional intra-APAC inflows (net +6, with no removals). Gulfstream was the most popular OEM in Vietnam, with two newly delivered G700s in 2025.

Vietnam’s business jet fleet consisted entirely of Long Range and Large jets, with Long Range aircraft accounting for 87% of the fleet. Long Range models included the Falcon 8X (five units), G650ER (four units), and G700 (two units), among others, while Large jets consisted of the Legacy 600 and Falcon 2000S, with one unit each. This composition was largely due to early business jet buyers—such as large real estate companies—who use these aircraft primarily for international business and VVIP transport.

Vietnam’s strong economic growth in 2025, with GDP rising 8.02% for the full year (compared with 7.52% reported for H1 2025), supported the expansion of the business jet market.

For a full Asia-Pacific analysis based on verified fleet data, refer to Asian Sky Group’s Business Jet Fleet Report YE 2025.
To read or download the full report, please click here.