Aircraft Landing Gear Market Report 2025

The aircraft landing gear market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $14.46 billion in 2024 to $15.91 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the increased adoption of lighter and robust landing gears, increased raw material costs, a rise in air travel, strong economic growth in emerging markets, and increased military spending.

The aircraft landing gear market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $22.33 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to an increase in passenger air traffic, growing urbanization, and growing demand for new fighter jets in developing countries. Major trends in the forecast period include 3D printed landing gears, active landing gears, new facility expansions, development of new technological solutions, focus on mergers and acquisitions, focus on advanced landing gears, focus on partnerships and collaborations, and focus on strategically investing to expand products portfolio.

The rising procurement of modern-generation aircraft is anticipated to boost the growth of the aircraft landing gear market. The increasing demand for commercial and cargo aircraft worldwide, coupled with heightened investments in defense equipment across various countries, is contributing to the growing need for landing gear, which is expected to further drive the aircraft landing gear market. For example, in December 2023, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a Canada-based trade association representing the world's airlines, projected a significant increase in new aircraft deliveries, with 1,777 expected in 2024, followed by a further rise to 2,075 in 2025. Therefore, the growing procurement of modern-generation aircraft is a key factor propelling the growth of the aircraft landing gear market.

Government support is identified as a key factor expected to drive the future growth of the aircraft landing gear market. Governments worldwide are actively engaging in efforts to raise public awareness and foster development in the air travel market, influencing the overall expansion of the aircraft landing gear market. A concrete example is the Russian Government's planned investment of RUB237 billion ($3.1 billion) in March 2023 to support the self-regulating sector, specifically aimed at preserving and developing regional aviation in the Arctic. This initiative encompasses projects for aircraft construction in 2023 and the preservation and enhancement of regional aviation in the Arctic zone. Additionally, in June 2022, the Russian Government announced a substantial investment of over $14 billion in the aviation industry by the end of the decade, with a focus on boosting domestic aircraft production. The goal is to achieve 81% domestic production for aircraft operated by Russian Airlines by 2030. The support provided by governments is anticipated to play a significant role in fueling the expansion of the aircraft landing gear market.

Leading companies in the aircraft landing gear market are concentrating on technological advancements, such as electric nose landing gear actuators, to improve efficiency, reduce weight, and facilitate the transition to sustainable aviation. An electric nose landing gear actuator is a device that controls the steering and extension/retraction of an aircraft's nose landing gear using electric power instead of conventional hydraulic systems. For example, in July 2022, Safran Landing Systems, a France-based manufacturer involved in the design, development, manufacture, and support of various types of aircraft landing gear, wheels, and brakes, introduced its innovative electric nose landing gear actuator at the Farnborough International Airshow. This actuator is designed to enhance aircraft electrification by replacing traditional hydraulic systems with electro-hydrostatic actuators powered by an electric motor pump. This advanced system not only improves actuation power while decreasing weight and maintenance complexities but also reflects Safran's commitment to sustainability and the advancement of low-carbon aviation solutions.

Major companies in the aircraft landing gear market are increasingly focusing on 3D printing technology, specifically 3D-printed aircraft landing gear, to enhance production efficiency, reduce weight, and enable the creation of complex geometries that improve performance. A 3D-printed aircraft landing gear is an assembly manufactured using additive manufacturing techniques, which allow for intricate designs and lightweight structures that traditional manufacturing methods may not achieve. For example, on March 11, 2024, Wuhan Tianyu Intelligent Manufacturing Co., a China-based company known for its expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies, unveiled the world's first 3D-printed aircraft landing gear. This groundbreaking component measures 150 centimeters in length and weighs 240 kilograms, marking a significant advancement in aviation manufacturing technology. Developed in collaboration with Professor Zhang Haiou and his team from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, this innovative landing gear utilizes advanced techniques to minimize defects such as cracking and is now ready for on-aircraft testing after extensive research and development.

In March 2024, 4D Capital Partners, a venture capital firm based in the US, acquired Britten-Norman Aerospace for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is intended to bring new investment into Britten-Norman, revitalizing its manufacturing operations in the UK and increasing production of the Islander aircraft. It also aims to secure the company's future by solidifying letters of intent and gathering deposits for new aircraft, while re-evaluating medium-term product development priorities, including hydrogen-powered variants. Britten-Norman Aerospace is a manufacturer and provider of aircraft and related services located in the UK.

Major companies operating in the aircraft landing gear market include Safran S.A., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Heroux-Devtek Inc, Melrose Industries plc, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Triumph Group Inc., Liebherr-International AG, Sumitomo Precision Products Co. Ltd., AAR Corp., Eaton Corporation, Aircraft Landing Gear Co. Ltd, SPP Nagasaki Engineering Co. Ltd, Kawasaki Aerospace Company, AVIC Aircraft Landing Gear Co. Ltd, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd, Meggitt PLC, Airbus S.A.S, ZF Luftfahrttechnik, ThyssenKrupp AG, United Aircraft Corporation, IRKUT Corporation, PZL Warszawa, Sukhoi, Collins Aerospace, Magellan Aerospace Corporation, Boeing Co.

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

Aircraft landing gear constitutes the undercarriage that supports an aircraft during takeoff, landing, and taxiing, preventing damage. It typically comprises structural elements, hydraulics, components for energy absorption, brakes, wheels, and tires, ensuring direct control and integrating supportive systems for the aircraft.

The primary types of aircraft landing gear encompass the main landing gear and nose landing gear. The main landing gear is responsible for absorbing landing impact energy to minimize stress on the airframe. Comprising two or more large wheels near the aircraft's center of gravity, it necessitates a third-wheel assembly to support the tail due to its forward positioning relative to the center of gravity. Aircraft types include fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms for end users, including both Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and aftermarket sectors.

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