how many blimps are there in the world

There are approximately 25 blimps in the world as of 2025, with about half of them still actively in use. Most of these blimps are used for advertising and aerial photography purposes, such as the well-known Goodyear Blimp. The reason for the rarity and decline in blimp usage includes high operating costs, helium shortages, and newer technologies like drones replacing their roles in aerial filming. Only a small number of pilots are certified to fly blimps, making them even more uncommon to see in the skies today.