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Global Aircraft Market 2025

Aircraft Market Size

In 2022, the global aircraft market increased by 578% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, consumption showed a significant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Aircraft Production

In value terms, aircraft production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 133%. Over the period under review, global production attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Aircraft Exports

Exports

In 2022, shipments abroad of airplanes and other aircraft decreased by -43.9% to X units for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, exports, however, recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 185% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, aircraft exports fell rapidly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted pronounced growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 124%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the global exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China prevails in exports structure, finishing at X units, which was near 68% of total exports in 2022. France (X units), Poland (X units), Italy (X units), the Netherlands (X units) and South Korea (X units) held a minor share of total exports.

China was also the fastest-growing in terms of the airplanes and other aircraft exports, with a CAGR of +54.1% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, the Netherlands (+30.9%), South Korea (+25.2%), Poland (+24.7%), France (+17.6%) and Italy (+5.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of China (+63 p.p.), the Netherlands (+1.7 p.p.) and Poland (+1.6 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2022, the share of Italy (-6.6 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest aircraft supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Italy ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together accounting for 28% of global exports.

China, with a CAGR of +28.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average aircraft export price amounted to $X per unit, rising by 4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 184% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Italy ($X per unit), while China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+1.3%), while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Aircraft Imports

Imports

In 2022, overseas purchases of airplanes and other aircraft increased by 587% to X units, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports enjoyed significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, aircraft imports fell notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted a temperate expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 140%. Global imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The Philippines dominates imports structure, recording X units, which was approx. 86% of total imports in 2022. The following importers - Argentina (X units), Australia (X units) and Brazil (X units) - together made up 6.4% of total imports.

The Philippines was also the fastest-growing in terms of the airplanes and other aircraft imports, with a CAGR of +130.5% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Argentina (+44.2%), Australia (+22.2%) and Brazil (+1.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. The Philippines (+86 p.p.) and Argentina (+2.1 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global imports, while Brazil saw its share reduced by -12.7% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest aircraft importing markets worldwide were Brazil ($X), the Philippines ($X) and Australia ($X), with a combined 23% share of global imports.

The Philippines, with a CAGR of +60.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average aircraft import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -92.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 62% against the previous year. Global import price peaked at $X per unit in 2021, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

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 ($X per unit), while the Philippines ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+1.5%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Belgium remains the largest aircraft consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, aircraft consumption in Belgium exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Brazil, threefold. Kyrgyzstan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.4% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of aircraft production, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, aircraft production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Turkey, ninefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Israel, with a 5.9% share.
In value terms, Turkey remains the largest aircraft supplier worldwide, comprising 41% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 9.8% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with an 8.4% share.
In value terms, Belgium, Ukraine and Brazil constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 32% of global imports. These countries were followed by Azerbaijan, Australia, Germany, the Netherlands, Ethiopia, India, Paraguay and Kyrgyzstan, which together accounted for a further 17%.
In 2021, the average aircraft export price amounted to $23,354 per unit, which is down by -29.9% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average aircraft import price amounted to $17,188 per unit, with a decrease of -33.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global aircraft market. 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 30303200 - Aeroplanes and other aircraft of an unladen weight . 2 .000 kg, for civil use

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

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
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL 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. GLOBAL 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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  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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