Aircraft Electrification Market Report 2025

The aircraft electrification market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $6.34 billion in 2024 to $7.38 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to a rise in air travel, an increase in demand for hybrid and electric propulsion aircraft, an increase in military spending, strong economic growth in emerging markets, and an increase in emissions from aviation.

The aircraft electrification market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.85 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to government support, a growing need for green energy and noise-free aircraft, an increase in passenger air traffic, an increasing focus on reducing emissions, and a growing demand for new fighter jets in developing countries. Major trends in the forecast period include a focus on technological development, hybrid electric technology, investment in research and development, and strategic partnerships.

The increasing demand to lower the carbon footprint is driving the aircraft electrification market. A carbon footprint measures the total volume of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, emitted by activities such as individual actions or the production and transportation of goods over a certain period. Reducing carbon footprints can be achieved by altering the methods used in these activities. Aircraft electrification represents one such change that can significantly decrease carbon footprints. Electric aircraft utilize electricity instead of fuel, which reduces harmful gas emissions into the atmosphere, thus minimizing the carbon footprint. For instance, in December 2023, data from Earth System Science Data (ESSD) Copernicus, a Germany-based interdisciplinary journal, revealed that international aviation and shipping carbon emissions, which account for 2.8% of global emissions, are expected to rise by 11.9% in 2023, with aviation emissions increasing by 28% from 2022, reaching a total of 1.2 Gt CO2. Therefore, the growing demand to reduce carbon footprints will propel the growth of the aircraft electrification market.

The growth of the aircraft electrification market is further fueled by the increase in passenger air traffic. Economic growth, rising living standards, and increased income levels contribute to the growing trend of passenger air travel. This surge in airline passenger traffic is anticipated to result in a higher demand for commercial airplanes, consequently driving the demand for electric aircraft and contributing to the overall growth of the aircraft electrification market. For instance, in July 2022, the International Air Transport Association reported an 83.1% increase in total air traffic in May 2022 compared to May 2021. Boeing projects that approximately 42,730 new jets, valued at $6.3 trillion, will be needed over the next two decades to accommodate the escalating passenger demand and address impending jet retirements. The expanding passenger air traffic is a key factor propelling the growth of the aircraft electrification market, aligning with the broader trend of sustainability and environmental consciousness in the aviation industry.

Companies are placing a significant focus on turbocharger technology as well as developing innovative products to fortify their market positions. Turbocharger technology is instrumental in maintaining sea-level take-off manifold pressure and full rated power up to the engine's critical altitude by compressing the engine's intake of air. Rolls-Royce, a prominent UK-based aero-engine manufacturer, exemplifies this trend with its development of turbogenerator technology in 2022. The technology includes a new small engine tailored for hybrid-electric applications, offering a scalable onboard power source. This addition complements Rolls-Royce's Electrical propulsion portfolio and facilitates a longer range with sustainable aviation fuels, paving the way for potential hydrogen combustion applications.

A key trend observed in the aircraft electrification market is the strategic partnership between companies, as they collaborate to leverage resources and enter new markets. In April 2022, Brazil-based aircraft company Eve UAM, LLC, specializing in urban air mobility solutions, entered into a strategic partnership with Thales Group. This collaboration aims to support the growth of Eve's electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in Brazil. The partnership involves cooperative research on the technical, financial, and operational viability of an all-electric aircraft, drawing on Thales' expertise in avionics, electric systems, flight control, navigation, communication, and connectivity. These strategic partnerships exemplify the collaborative efforts within the industry to drive innovation and accelerate the adoption of electrification technologies in aviation.

In April 2022, Textron, a US-based aircraft company known for leveraging its extensive network spanning aerospace, defense, industrial, and financial sectors to deliver advanced products and services, acquired Pipistrel for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move is aimed at establishing Textron eAviation, a new business unit focused on developing eco-friendly aircraft, with Pipistrel, a Slovenia-based manufacturer renowned for producing electrically powered aircraft, becoming a crucial part of this initiative.

Major companies operating in the aircraft electrification market include Safran S.A., Thales Group, Raytheon Technologies, General Electric Company, BAE Systems, Honeywell International Inc, Moog Inc, Textron Inc, Eaton, EaglePicher Technologies, Ge India, Nabtesco Corporation, The Boeing Company, Airbus Se, Catl, Byd Auto, Electroflight, Transair Flight Equipment, Custom Cells Itzehoe Gmbh, Saft Company, Wamtechnik Sp. Z O.O., Zenith Aircraft Company, Beta Technologies, Heart Aerospace, Universal Hydrogen, Wright Electric, Magnix, Ampaire, Bye Aerospace, Embraer S.A, Desaer, Collins Aerospace, Zeroavia, Agusta Westland, Bosasa Group.

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

Aircraft electrification involves the utilization of electric motors to power aircraft propeller engines, aiming to reduce air pollution. This method focuses on employing electric power for non-propulsive systems, aiming to enhance efficiency and alleviate the workload on engines by modifying operational systems or procedures.

Key components in aircraft electrification encompass batteries, fuel cells, solar cells, electric actuators, pumps, generators, motors, power electronics, and distribution devices. Batteries convert chemical energy into electrical energy and serve various purposes in aircraft, including ground and emergency power, enhancing DC bus stability, and fault clearing. Aircraft electrification technologies include more electric, hybrid electric, and fully electric systems, categorized by platform into fixed-wing, rotary-wing, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and advanced air mobility.

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The aircraft electrification market consists of sales of partial turboelectric, turboelectric, parallel hybrid and series hybrid. 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.

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