Research Methodology – Air Charter Services Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Air Charter Services Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Air Charter Services Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Number of service providers in the market.
- Type of air charter services offered such as private, business, government or emergency services.
- Geographical coverage or the regions where the air charter services are available.
- Pricing strategies of different service providers.
- Demand and Supply trends.
- The number and frequency of flights provided by the service.
- Regulatory policies and influence of government regulations.
- Size of the potential customer base.
Key Market Indicators
- Total revenue generated by the market annually.
- Size of the market in terms of number of flights or passengers carried.
- Rate of market growth or contraction over a certain period of time.
- Market competitiveness revealed by the concentration ratio of market's top players.
- Degree of risk and return in the market indicated by the volatility of the market.
- The changing preference of customers for different types of air charter services.
Growth Trends
- The increased usage of private air charter services by businesses and corporations.
- Growth of the luxury tourism industry leading to increased demand for private charter flights.
- Technological advancements like the adoption of in-flight entertainment, enhanced security and fast customer service in air charter service.
- Increased popularity of air ambulance services and emergency handling charter services.
- Environmental concerns and the increasing adoption of sustainable and green practices in the air charter services.
- Increasing use of air charter services for cargo or freight forwarding.
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Air Charter Services Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Air Charter Services Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights