To deliver the world’s leading transportation system, serving the American people and economy through the safe, efficient, sustainable, and equitable movement of people and goods.

To deliver the world’s leading transportation system, serving the American people and economy through the safe, efficient, sustainable, and equitable movement of people and goods.

To deliver the world’s leading transportation system, serving the American people and economy through the safe, efficient, sustainable, and equitable movement of people and goods.

DOT by the Numbers

U.S. airline industry (passenger and cargo airlines combined) employment increased to 802,484 workers in May 2024. This is an increase of 1,677 more workers (0.21%) than in April 2024. Passenger Airlines: 544,618 workers (68% of workforce) Net Job Gain: 3,173 Cargo Airlines: 253,821 workers (32% of workforce) Net Job Loss: 1,506