Passenger Aircrafts Market Report 2025

The passenger aircrafts market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $94.83 billion in 2024 to $100.12 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to global economic growth, rising middle-class population, tourism industry expansion, air transport liberalization, efficiency improvements.

The passenger aircrafts market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $119.73 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to urbanization and connectivity needs, emerging market demand, environmental sustainability, air travel recovery post-pandemic, technological advancements (included for forecast). Major trends in the forecast period include rise of electric and hybrid aircraft, increased connectivity and in-flight connectivity, focus on health and sanitation features, flexible fleet strategies, urban air mobility (UAM) initiatives.

The anticipated growth in the passenger aircraft market during the forecast period is expected to be propelled by the increasing global tourism. Global tourism, characterized by the substantial movement of goods, services, and people, stands as a significant driver for economic growth and socio-political transformation. For instance, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) reported that international tourist arrivals surpassed expectations in 2022, with over 900 million tourists traveling internationally, doubling the figures from 2021. Consequently, the surge in global tourism serves as a catalyst for the growth of the passenger aircraft market.

The projected rise in demand for air travel is also poised to contribute to the expansion of the passenger aircraft market in the forecast period. As a mode of transportation involving various flight-capable vehicles such as airplanes, helicopters, and hot air balloons, air travel is expected to witness increased demand, resulting in more flights and passengers. Airlines will need to procure additional aircraft to meet this growing demand, driven by economic growth, population expansion, and urbanization. For example, data from The International Air Transport Association (IATA) indicated a 26.2% increase in total air traffic in July 2023 compared to July 2022. This surge in air travel demand is a key factor expected to drive the growth of the passenger aircraft market.

Major companies in the passenger aircraft market are concentrating on developing technologically advanced solutions, such as electric passenger aircraft, to enhance fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve overall sustainability in air travel. Electric passenger aircraft are primarily powered by electric propulsion systems rather than conventional fossil fuels. Their goal is to decrease greenhouse gas emissions, lower operational costs, and promote sustainable aviation practices. For example, in September 2024, Beta Technologies, a U.S.-based aerospace company, introduced the ALIA electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft designed for urban transport. This aircraft features multiple rotors for enhanced safety and redundancy, a lift + cruise configuration for optimized performance, and significantly lower noise levels compared to traditional aircraft, making it well-suited for urban air taxi services and various other applications.

Leading companies in the passenger aircraft market are engaged in product innovation to enhance profitability. One such innovation is the development of flight simulator software, a computer program simulating the experience of flying an aircraft. This software serves various purposes, including pilot training, entertainment, and research. An instance of this innovation is the launch of the X-66A by NASA (The National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and The Boeing Company in June 2023. Part of NASA's Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project, the X-66A aims to contribute to the development of a more sustainable generation of single-aisle aircraft. By leveraging technologies for sustainability, it targets a significant reduction in aviation greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with the industry's goal of achieving net-zero aviation emissions by 2050.

In April 2022, Textron Inc., a multi-industry company based in the United States, acquired Pipistrel for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Pipistrel, a Slovenia-based private aircraft manufacturer, gains access to increased resources, technical and regulatory expertise, and a global network for aircraft sales and support. This strategic move positions Pipistrel to expedite the development and certification of electric and hybrid electric aircraft, contributing to advancements in environmentally friendly aviation.

Major companies operating in the passenger aircrafts market include The Boeing Company, Airbus SE, Antonov Design Bureau, Leonardo S.p.A., Textron Inc., Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Dassault Aviation SA, Bombardier Inc., Embraer SA, Saab AB, Cessna Aircraft Company, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Irkut Corporation, Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI), Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd. (COMAC), Piper Aircraft Inc., Quest Aircraft Company, Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company, Viking Air Ltd., Ilyushin Aviation Complex - JSC, Cirrus Aircraft Corporation, De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited, Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc., Honda Aircraft Company Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the passenger aircrafts market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global passenger aircrafts market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the passenger aircrafts market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the passenger aircrafts market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A passenger aircraft is a commercial aircraft designed for the transportation of people from one location to another. It comprises components such as a wing system, tail surfaces, movable surfaces, and a power plant, with operation primarily carried out by airlines.

The primary categories of passenger aircraft include single-aisle aircraft, twin-aisle aircraft, regional jets, and business jets. Single-aisle aircraft, often smaller in size, are commonly utilized for short-haul international and domestic flights, accommodating as few as four passengers up to 300. Various aircraft types, including fixed-wing and rotorcraft, feature engine types such as turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft, catering to both full-service carriers and low-cost carriers. The diverse engines employed in passenger aircraft include turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft configurations.

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The passenger aircrafts market consists of sales of aircraft of various types and sizes for passenger transportation. The market includes MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) services provided by manufacturers during the aircraft’s warranty period. 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).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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