Aerospace and Defense Market Report 2025

The aerospace and defense market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $820.67 billion in 2024 to $875.37 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to emerging markets growth, the increased demand for air travel, the increasing military expenditure, the increasing use of military drones, and the increasing development of autonomous fighter jets.

The aerospace and defense market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.09 trillion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to government support, rising urbanization, the increasing use of lightweight materials, the commercial use of drones, the increasing demand for military helicopters, and the increasing military modernization programs. Major trends in the forecast period include drone manufacturers adopting 3d printing technology, digital thread, and digital twin to improve performance, collaborations and acquisitions, cloud-based technology, design upgradations and modularity for military-style weapons, use of artificial intelligence (AI), day or night decamouflage technology for light weapons, aircraft health monitoring system (AHMS) to enhance maintenance and repair process efficiency, edge computing in defense, the adoption of unmanned combat vehicles, augmented and virtual reality, laser technology in aerospace and defense, robotics and UAVs to shorten maintenance time, companies investing in electricity run aircraft and focus on blockchain to shape aircraft manufacturing.

The current period is characterized by low interest rates in developed countries, facilitated by deliberate measures by monetary authorities to encourage economic growth and prevent deflation. These low rates have led to the availability of inexpensive capital for investment within these economies. The reduction in interest rates has promoted borrowing for investment purposes and stimulated overall spending. A notable example occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, where emergency actions by the Federal Reserve resulted in historic lows for mortgage interest rates in 2020 and 2021, dropping below 3%. Such low-interest rates are anticipated to augment the growth trajectory of the aerospace and defense markets throughout the forecast period.

An anticipated increase in defense spending is expected to drive the future growth of the aerospace and defense market. Defense spending refers to the financial resources allocated by a nation for the maintenance and establishment of its armed forces or essential defense mechanisms. This budgeting supports the aerospace and defense industry, which encompasses the development, production, and maintenance of military equipment. Notably, the budget designated for the aerospace and defense sectors is a component of the broader defense expenditure, which funds various activities pertinent to national defense. For instance, data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) in April 2023 revealed a 3.7% real-term increase in global military expenditure in 2022, reaching a record high of $2.24 trillion. Notably, Europe witnessed a significant rise of 13% in military spending during the year, marking the largest annual increase in total European spending since the post-Cold War era. Hence, the escalation in defense spending serves as a prime driver propelling the growth of the aerospace and defense market.

The integration of 8K video capture technology with drones is significantly enhancing the quality of images and videos captured by these aerial vehicles. 8K technology offers an elevated horizontal display resolution, delivering imagery with superior detail compared to standard HD. Drones equipped with 8K cameras not only offer higher precision but also enable the capture of high-resolution footage during autonomous flights. A notable example includes Autel, which has incorporated 8K cameras into its EVO series of drones, thereby ensuring advanced imaging capabilities for their aerial platforms.

Major companies in the aerospace and defense industry are increasingly embracing a strategic partnership approach to collaborate on various initiatives related to these sectors. Strategic partnerships involve organizations - including government agencies, private firms, and research institutions - leveraging each other's strengths and resources to achieve mutual benefits and success. In April 2024, Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), a leading Indian institution focused on security studies and training for police, paramilitary, and defense personnel, entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Starburst Aerospace to promote innovation in aerospace, defense, and homeland security. This agreement highlights the evolving strategic partnership between India and France in these fields. The collaboration includes RRU, Starburst, and the Security and Scientific Technical Research Association (SASTRA), a non-profit organization established by RRU, aimed at fostering innovation and advancing the aerospace, defense, and homeland security industries. Starburst Aerospace is a France-based aerospace accelerator that supports innovative startups in the aerospace and defense sectors.

Major companies operating in the aerospace and defense market include Airbus Group SE, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, The Boeing Company, Northrop Grumman Corp, General Dynamics, General Electric Company, Bae Systems plc, Safran SA, Thales, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, Team Indus, Rolls Royce India, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Drone Aerospace Systems Pvt Ltd, Indian Rotorcraft, Mahindra Aerospace, Raj Hamsa Ultralights, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd. (COMAC), Shanghai aircraft manufacturing factory, Aviation Industry Corporation of China, Superior Aviation Beijing Co., Honeywell International Inc., Bombardier Inc., Embraer, Cessna, Almaz-Antey, United Aircraft Corporation, Tactical Missiles Corporation, Uralvagonzavod, Textron Inc., Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, Leonardo SpA, Dassault Aviation SA, Piper Aircraft Inc, Honda Aircraft Company, Precision Castparts Corp, Spirit AeroSystems Inc, TransDigm Group Incorporated, Advanced Composites Solutions, AEL Sistemas, Airship do BrasilOneWeb, Telespazio, ARSAT, Cirrus Aircraft Corp., Israel Aerospace Industries, Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industries, Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), Advanced Electronics Company, Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), DragonFly Aerospace, Armscor, Atlas Aircraft Corporation.

North America was the largest region in aerospace & defense market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aerospace and defense market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the aerospace and defense market report are Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, France, Germany, UK, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa.

The aerospace and defense market consists of sales of aircraft, aircraft components, weapons, artillery tanks, and radar equipment for aerospace and defense purposes. 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.

Aerospace involves the design and manufacturing of aircraft, rockets, missiles, and spacecraft, including those intended for space exploration. Defense equipment, on the other hand, refers to weapons, arms, and equipment used for military purposes.

The primary types within the aerospace and defense sector include aerospace and defense. The aerospace industry comprises companies engaged in developing prototypes, as well as the manufacturing or assembling of complete aircraft and aircraft parts for commercial purposes. Aircraft within this industry can be operated in both autonomous and manual modes. Various components of the aerospace and defense sector include weapon systems, fire control systems, command and control systems, and other related elements.

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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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