Aircraft Hydraulic System Market Report 2026

The aircraft hydraulic system market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.91 billion in 2025 to $3.29 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in commercial and military aircraft production driving demand for hydraulic actuation systems, increasing reliance on hydraulic pumps to operate landing gear, brakes, flaps, and thrust reversers, advancement of variable and fixed displacement piston pump technologies enhancing system performance, rising emphasis on high-pressure hydraulic systems to support heavier and more complex aircraft, expansion of mro activities requiring frequent replacement of hydraulic components.

The aircraft hydraulic system market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.2 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to anticipated adoption of more efficient hydraulic pumps to improve aircraft energy management, growing shift toward hybrid hydraulic-electromechanical systems in next-generation aircraft, increasing demand for lightweight and compact hydraulic components to reduce aircraft weight, expansion of global fleet modernization stimulating upgrades of legacy hydraulic systems, technological innovations improving hydraulic system reliability, leakage control, and operational safety. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of advanced hydraulic pumps, growing integration of high-pressure hydraulic actuation, rising demand for lightweight hydraulic components, advancements in hydraulic fluid formulations, increasing shift toward modular hydraulic system architectures.

An increase in air traffic is expected to propel the growth of the aircraft hydraulic systems market going forward. Air traffic refers to the movement of aircraft within airspace, including all flights conducted by commercial, private, and military operators. Air traffic is rising due to growing global demand for air travel and cargo transport, prompting airlines to increase flight frequencies and add new routes. Aircraft hydraulic systems support air traffic by ensuring the reliable operation of critical components such as flight controls, landing gear, and brakes, enabling safe, efficient, and on-schedule flight operations. For instance, in December 2024, according to Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based government agency, 976 million air passengers were carried in the EU in 2023, reflecting a 19% increase compared to 2022. Therefore, an increase in air traffic is expected to contribute to the growth of the aircraft hydraulic systems market.

Major companies operating in the aircraft hydraulic systems market are focusing on leveraging innovative sealing technologies, such as next-generation Turcon, to enhance system reliability, reduce maintenance, and improve operational efficiency. Next-generation Turcon refers to an advanced series of high-performance polymer seals designed for aerospace and industrial hydraulic systems, offering improved wear resistance, leak prevention, and durability under extreme pressure and temperature conditions compared to previous seal generations. For instance, in November 2023, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, a Sweden-based engineering company, launched the next-generation Turcon VL Seal II for hydraulic aircraft systems. Designed to meet the demands of modern aerospace hydraulic applications, the seal enhances performance under extreme pressure and temperature conditions while minimizing downtime and maintenance costs. The technology leverages Trelleborg’s expertise in advanced polymer materials and precision manufacturing, enabling hydraulic systems that are more reliable, durable, and efficient than conventional alternatives.

In July 2025, Safran S.A., a France-based aerospace and defense company, acquired the flight control and actuation business of Collins Aerospace for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Safran aims to expand its capabilities in flight control systems and actuation solutions, strengthening its position in the aerospace market by offering integrated solutions for aircraft performance, reliability, and lifecycle support. Collins Aerospace is a US-based company specializing in advanced aircraft control systems and aircraft hydraulic systems.

Major companies operating in the aircraft hydraulic system market are Parker Hannifin Corporation, Dynex/Rivett Inc., Liebherr-International AG, Woodward Inc., Triumph Group Inc., Moog Inc., Arkwin Industries Inc., Safran S.A., Hycom Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Senior plc, Honeywell International Inc., Eaton Corporation, United Technologies Corp., Nabtesco Corporation, SKF Group, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Sitec Aerospace GmbH, GKN Aerospace, Abaco Systems Ltd., Claverham Ltd., Circle Seal Controls Inc., Electromech Technologies LLC, Oerlikon Corporation AG, Young & Franklin Inc., AGI Industries Pvt. Ltd., Argo-Hytos Group, Alta Group, Roper Technologies Inc., Sierra Nevada Corporation, Tactair Fluid Controls Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the aircraft hydraulic system market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aircraft hydraulic system market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the aircraft hydraulic system market by increasing the cost of key components such as pumps, valves, actuators, and hydraulic fuses sourced from global suppliers, resulting in higher manufacturing and maintenance expenses for OEMs and aviation operators. These tariffs have the greatest impact on regions with large aerospace supply chains, particularly North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, where fixed-wing and military aircraft programs rely heavily on precision hydraulic components. While they create short-term supply chain disruptions, tariffs may also encourage domestic manufacturing, improve regional sourcing stability, and drive investment in localized hydraulic system production capabilities.

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Aircraft hydraulic systems play a crucial role in the movement and actuation of landing gears in an aircraft, generating force and transmitting pressure to enable the aircraft to ascend. These systems are instrumental in controlling and managing various equipment, including brakes, flaps, and thrust reversers in aircraft.

The primary types of aircraft hydraulic systems are open-center and closed-center. An open-center hydraulic system is designed to pump and circulate fluid from the reservoir to selector valves and back, facilitating fluid flow with no pressure in the system when actuating mechanisms are idle. This system can work for any number of subsystems. Components of these systems include reservoirs, pumps, valves, hydraulic fuses, accumulators, actuators, and others. Different fluid types involved in hydraulic systems include vegetable-based, petroleum-based, and synthetic-based fluids, catering to various wing types such as fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. These systems find applications across different end-users, including the air force, commercial aviation, and general aviation.

The countries covered in the aircraft hydraulic system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aircraft hydraulic system market consists of sales of hydraulic pumps for aircraft hydraulic system including gear pumps, variable displacement piston pumps and fixed displacement piston pumps. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

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