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Latin America and the Caribbean: Helicopter Market 2025

Helicopter Market Size in Latin America and the Caribbean

The Latin American helicopter market contracted notably to $X in 2022, reducing by -24.2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption recorded a pronounced descent. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Helicopter Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

In value terms, helicopter production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 17% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Helicopter Exports

Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2022, the amount of civil helicopters exported in Latin America and the Caribbean soared to X units, rising by 397% against 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 4,047% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, helicopter exports reduced slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 91%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bolivia prevails in exports structure, reaching X units, which was near 95% of total exports in 2022. Mexico (X units) took a little share of total exports.

Bolivia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the civil helicopters exports, with a CAGR of +114.4% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Mexico (+3.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Bolivia increased by +94 percentage points.

In value terms, Mexico ($X) remains the largest helicopter supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 10% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bolivia ($X), with a 2.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Mexico amounted to -9.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per unit in 2022, with a decrease of -80.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a precipitous setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the export price increased by 800% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per unit), while Bolivia amounted to $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (-12.5%).

Helicopter Imports

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2022, overseas purchases of civil helicopters increased by 13% to X units, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, showed a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 172% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, helicopter imports rose to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 81% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil prevails in imports structure, resulting at X units, which was near 89% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Mexico (X units), generating a 7.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to helicopter imports into Brazil stood at -11.1%. At the same time, Mexico (+27.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mexico emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +27.2% from 2012-2022. While the share of Mexico (+7 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Brazil (-9.6 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported civil helicopters in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 40% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mexico ($X), with a 0.7% share of total imports.

In Brazil, helicopter imports shrank by an average annual rate of -11.3% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -9.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate temperate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the import price increased by 88%. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per unit), while Mexico totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (-0.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Mexico, Peru and Brazil, with a combined 91% share of total consumption. These countries were followed by Ecuador and Paraguay, which together accounted for a further 6.5%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the Dominican Republic, Panama and Bolivia, together accounting for 68% of total production.
In value terms, Trinidad and Tobago remains the largest helicopter supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 40% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by Peru, with an 8.9% share.
In value terms, Brazil constitutes the largest market for imported civil helicopters in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 26% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 4.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Paraguay, with a 4% share.
The export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $298,470 per unit in 2021, shrinking by -17.6% against the previous year.
In 2021, the import price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $27,681 per unit, waning by -57.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the helicopter market in Latin America and the Caribbean. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 30303100 - Helicopters, for civil use

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Latin America and the Caribbean, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Latin America and the Caribbean
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
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  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
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  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Anguilla
    • Antigua and Barbuda
    • Argentina
    • Aruba
    • Bahamas
    • Barbados
    • Belize
    • Bolivia
    • Brazil
    • British Virgin Islands
    • Cayman Islands
    • Chile
    • Colombia
    • Costa Rica
    • Cuba
    • Curacao
    • Dominica
    • Dominican Republic
    • Ecuador
    • El Salvador
    • Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
    • French Guiana
    • Grenada
    • Guadeloupe
    • Guatemala
    • Guyana
    • Haiti
    • Honduras
    • Jamaica
    • Martinique
    • Mexico
    • Montserrat
    • Nicaragua
    • Panama
    • Paraguay
    • Peru
    • Saint Kitts and Nevis
    • Saint Lucia
    • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
    • Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
    • Suriname
    • Trinidad and Tobago
    • Turks and Caicos Islands
    • United States Virgin Islands
    • Uruguay
    • Venezuela
    • Puerto Rico
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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