Examining Factors Determining Structural Changes in the Aviation Labor Market
The operation and development of transportation in line with the strategic development objectives set for the national economy requires numerous issues to be resolved, such as increasing investments in the modernization and development of transportation infrastructure, facilities, and resources. Aim. This study determines the factors influencing the structural parameters of the labor market in the aviation sector. Tasks. To reveal trends in the development of the air transportation market that determine structural changes in the aviation labor market; to examine foreign experiences in terms of the impact of industry-specific development factors on changes in the corresponding industry’s labor market; to analyze trends in the development of the modern air transportation market; and to document factors of industrial development that determine changes in the aviation labor market. Methods. This study uses general methods of scientific cognitionto examine the impact of factors influencing the development of air transportation market on the potential structural changes in the aviation sector’s labor market with due regard to shifting demand. Results. It has been proved that the air transportation infrastructure must be modernized as soon as possible. This is particularly true for flight safety systems, ground monitoring devices, and aircraft renovation. Such modernization will necessitate investments in repair equipment, software, navigation devices, and airport infrastructure. This trend will significantly impact the quality and structure of aviation personnel in the future. Research has shown a correlation between changes in the aviation-oriented labor market and factors that determine its development trends. Regular monitoring of transportation market changes and aircraft industry trends is necessary to track the determinants and limitations of air transportation development in the future. Furthermore, training programs must be customized for the labor market and air transportation market (considering aviation and airport infrastructure). Conclusions. This study focused on organizing the air transportation development factors that determine the structure of the aviation labor market. The necessity of further elaborating on the aviation labor market’s components that require structural changes is shown, and specific programs for such changes are described.