The region holds great importance in the aviation
industry...
Aviation and Space Industries are subtantial
contributors to the economic wealth and social structure
of countries. For the last decade not only Central
Europe and United States has developed in the sector but
a global development has been succeeded.
From the East Europe to Turkic Republics of the Middle
Asia, and even South-East Asian countries, the region is
the fastest growing region in aviation and space
industries. Turkey and the neighbouring countries'
aviation budget is predicted to exceed $135 billion over
the next 10 years.
At tourism sector which is directly linked to aviation,
an income of $11 billion was reached by 16 million
tourists in 2004. In the near future, the income is
expected to expand to $12.5 billion by 17 million
tourists.
“Airshow 2008: 2nd Civil aviation fair”, claims to be the commercial bridge
among this region, produce solutions for the developing
aviation and space technology. Fair creates opportunity
for the international potential face to face meetings.
The capital of Turkey, Ankara is a modern city developed
within the last century as the new face and politic
center of the republic. The leading role of Turkey in
Middle East makes Ankara the strategic heart of the
region.
Ideal accommodation and recreational conditions are
presented by the 5-star and boutique hotels of the city.
An approximate 10-minutes distance to all Ministries and
General Staff of the Turkic Republics, Airshow 2008 will
bring aviation authority together and create a natural
dialogue and bargain atmosphere for future
collaborations.
With its strategic
position at the end of the ancient ‘Silk Road’, Turkey
is an important hub connecting the EU, Russia, the Far
East and the Middle East. Located in the strategic heart
of the country, the capital city of Ankara is one of the
main regions of investment in Turkey’s aviation sector.
Many of the industry’s corporate institutions along with
their Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises, especially
those focusing on R&D, as well as the Turkish
Aeronautical Association (THK), are located in Ankara
where the governmental decision-making process regarding
the utilization of industry products and services is
located.
Globally (2006)
Increase in Number of PAX/ Km. (YoY)
- USA
7%
- Europe 6%
- Asia 6%
- Middle East 11%
- TURKEY 17%
In TURKEY (2006)
YoY Figures
- Air Traffic up by 6%
- Air Logistics up by 11% in Turkey (5% in the World)
- The number of aviation companies up by 53%
- International air logistics up by 33%
- THY added 23 new destinations
Record Growth In
Turkey Over the Past Five Years (2003 - 2007)
• Number of commercial aircraft rose from 110 to 265.
• Number of passengers carried on domestic routes rose
from 8.5 to 30 million.
• Total number of passengers carried on domestic and
international routes rose from 33 to 62 million.
• Number of operating airports rose from 24 to over 40.
Having reached 20-year growth targets a decade ahead of
schedule, Turkey has become one of the top countries
with the highest number of passengers carried within
Europe.
• 12,000 new commercial aircraft will be sold globally
over the next decade (total volume of $195 billion).
• Budget for civil aviation in Turkey and neighboring
countries looks to exceed $135 billion by 2017.
News
The Support Letter of Republic of Turkey
Ministry of Transport and Communications
Minister.
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