Military Transport Aircraft Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2030

The Military Transport Aircraft Market is segmented by Region (Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa, North America, South America). Key Data Points observed include air passenger traffic, air transport freight, defense spending, military aircraft active fleet, revenue passenger kilometers, high-net worth individuals, and inflation rate.

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Military Transport Aircraft Market Size

Military Transport Aircraft Market Summary
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svg icon Study Period 2017 - 2030
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 8.08 Billion
svg icon Market Size (2030) USD 8.15 Billion
svg icon Largest Share by Region North America
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2030) 0.15 %
svg icon Market Concentration High

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Military Transport Aircraft Market Analysis

The Military Transport Aircraft Market size is estimated at 8.08 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 8.15 billion USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 0.15% during the forecast period (2024-2030).

8.1 B

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

8.2 B

Market Size in 2030 (USD)

420

Total Deliveries in the Historic Period (2017-2023)

469

Total Deliveries during the Forecast Period (2024-2030)

Largest Market by Region

39.73 %

value share, North America, 2023

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Various ongoing military modernization programs aimed at procuring advanced aircraft across the region are anticipated to drive the market's growth.

Fastest-growing Market by Region

15.17 %

Projected CAGR, Middle East and Africa, 2024-2030

Major countries such as Saudi Arabia and UAE are aiming to increase their aerial assets by entering into agreements to develop new products.

Largest Market by Country

38.39 %

value share, United States, 2023

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The country's plan to replace its aging transport aircraft is anticipated to drive the procurement of transport aircraft.

Leading Market Player

38.15 %

market share, Airbus SE, 2022

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Airbus also dominates the market at a global level with its extensive range of product offerings, including various types of transport aircraft.

Second Leading Market Player

30.04 %

market share, Lockheed Martin Corporation, 2022

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The company's technologically advanced transport aircraft offerings across all regions are positively reinforcing its growth and domination.

Rising demand for modern warfare associated with increasing defence budgets are the driving factors in the market

  • Military transport aircraft accounted for 8% of the global military aircraft fleet in 2022. The international security horizon in the second half of 2021 was marked by escalating geopolitical and border conflicts, with major confrontations such as between Russia and Ukraine, India, China, and other nations in Asia-Pacific. The armed conflicts and internal security boosted defense expenditures globally, with countries strengthening their armed forces with new procurements of transport aircraft.
  • The world's military expenditure rose 3.7% in 2022, reaching a record high of USD 2240 billion. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a major driver of the growth in spending in 2022. The five biggest spenders in 2022 were the United States, China, Russia, India, and Saudi Arabia, accounting for 63% of world military spending.
  • In 2022, the war between Russia and Ukraine fueled the need to reassess the operational readiness of the armed forces globally. Groups such as NATO nations are undergoing fleet modernization and expansion programs with the procurement of new transport aircraft.
  • The active fleet of military transport aircraft grew by around 0.4% from 2017 to 2022. North America and Asia-Pacific were accountable for 24% and 23% of the total transport aircraft active fleet globally.
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Global Military Transport Aircraft Market Trends

Increased border tensions and the need for new aircraft has led to a surge in defense expenditure

  • Asia-Pacific spent a total of USD 569 billion on military expenditures. Geopolitical conflicts such as border issues between China and India, internal security challenges, maritime surveillance, and counter-terrorism operations are some of the factors aiding the growth of the fixed-wing aircraft fleet of the countries in this region. The rise in military spending in China and India was the main cause of the increase in 2022. The combined military spending of the two nations in the region in 2022 was 66%. The increase in defense spending of the nations over the past ten years was driven by economic growth and territorial disputes.
  • Major military powers, including India, China, Japan, and South Korea, are present in the Asia-Pacific region and are yearly growing their defense budgets. This budget includes a significant portion for the improvement and expansion of air superiority, which is driving the growth of military aviation in the region. For instance, in the budget of FY 2023, the Indian government allocated about 10% more for the Indian Air Force compared to the previous budget, including payments for the new Rafale fighters and the manufacturing of Sukhoi-30MKIs and Tejas fighters.
  • The increased military spending in the Asia-Pacific region is intended to gain an advantage in several political and border conflicts, such as the tension in the South China Sea with many regional sovereign entities and border conflicts between India-China and India-Pakistan. The defense spending of major countries in China is expected to cross over USD 400 billion by 2030.
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Fleet modernization and new procurements are projected to improve the APAC's military active fleet

  • By the end of 2022, there were 15,543 active aircraft in the Asia-Pacific region, of which fixed-wing aircraft accounted for 60% while rotorcraft accounted for the remaining fleet. China, India, Japan, and South Korea together accounted for 55% of the total active fleet in the region.
  • In 2020, the average aircraft fleet age in Asia-Pacific amounted to 9.5 years, which was projected to increase by 2030, when the average aircraft fleet age across the region was expected to be 10.7 years. The older aircraft, some of which date back to the 1960s, have been slowly phased out by the Indian Air Force. The MiG 21 and MiG 27 have been the backbone of the Indian Air Force (IAF). The average age of these aircraft is around 45 years. Australia’s two fighter aircraft, FA-18 and F-35, have been in service for the last 16 years and 8 years, respectively.
  • Countries such as China, India, and South Korea are expanding their aircraft fleet size to fulfill the demands of modern warfare. They may continue to produce and acquire next-generation aircraft during the forecast period. The regional armed forces are also enhancing the capabilities of helicopters with cutting-edge technology to obtain military superiority over the external threat.
  • Asia Pacific's active fleet increased by 3% in 2022 compared to 2017. Indonesia and Thailand accounted for 63% of the total fleet in Southeast Asia. In the coming years, the aircraft fleet may increase as major countries like Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines plan to procure over 135 aircraft. The active fleet of the region is expected to expand at a healthy rate during the forecast period.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • The Asia-Pacific economies have been subject to an increase in economic pressure due to a surge in public debt, which has had a negative impact on their defense spending
  • The increased inflation has adversely impacted the growth of the region
  • In South America, commodity exporters have been able to capitalize on external demand as an engine for growth
  • Fleet replacement programs for older aircraft are projected to be the main driver for Middle Eastern military aviation
  • The fleet replacement programs for aging aircraft are expected to aid in active fleet numbers
  • Major military powers in the region have surged their defense expenditure
  • The defense expenditure in the region has declined due to the reduction of military budgets by major military powers
  • The Ukraine-Russia War is expected to improve defense contribution, even with economic growth uncertainty
  • Improving economic stability can aid in the growth of North America
  • Fixed-wing aircraft accounted for 54% of the total fleet in the European military aviation market
  • Fleet modernization and the rising need for modernization of aircraft are the driving factors in North America
  • NATO alliances are contributing to the region's defense spending
  • Geopolitical threats are the main reason behind the increase in defense spending in the region

Military Transport Aircraft Industry Overview

The Military Transport Aircraft Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 113.92%. The major players in this market are Airbus SE, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Lockheed Martin Corporation, The Boeing Company and United Aircraft Corporation (sorted alphabetically).

Military Transport Aircraft Market Leaders

  1. Airbus SE

  2. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.

  3. Lockheed Martin Corporation

  4. The Boeing Company

  5. United Aircraft Corporation

Military Transport Aircraft Market Concentration

Other important companies include Antonov, Bombardier Inc., Embraer, Korea Aerospace Industries, PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A, PT Dirgantara Indonesia.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Military Transport Aircraft Market News

  • April 2022: The Republic of Angola ordered three Airbus C295s.
  • November 2021: The Indonesia Ministry of Defence ordered two Airbus A400M aircraft in multirole tanker and transport configuration. The contract, which became effective in 2022, will bring the total number of A400M operators to 10 nations.
  • September 2021: The Indian government formalized the order of 56 C295W tactical transport aircraft from Airbus Defense and Space, valued at USD 2.5 billion at list prices, to replace the Indian Air Force (IAF)'s legacy AVRO fleet.

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Military Transport Aircraft Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

  2. REPORT OFFERS

  3. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition

    2. 1.2. Scope of the Study​

    3. 1.3. Research Methodology

  4. 2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

    1. 2.1. Gross Domestic Product

      1. 2.1.1. Asia-Pacific

      2. 2.1.2. Europe

      3. 2.1.3. Middle East and Africa

      4. 2.1.4. North America

      5. 2.1.5. South America

    2. 2.2. Active Fleet Data

      1. 2.2.1. Asia-Pacific

      2. 2.2.2. Europe

      3. 2.2.3. Middle East and Africa

      4. 2.2.4. North America

      5. 2.2.5. South America

    3. 2.3. Defense Spending

      1. 2.3.1. Asia-Pacific

      2. 2.3.2. Europe

      3. 2.3.3. Middle East and Africa

      4. 2.3.4. North America

      5. 2.3.5. South America

    4. 2.4. Regulatory Framework

    5. 2.5. Value Chain Analysis

  5. 3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)

    1. 3.1. Region

      1. 3.1.1. Asia-Pacific

        1. 3.1.1.1. Australia

        2. 3.1.1.2. China

        3. 3.1.1.3. India

        4. 3.1.1.4. Indonesia

        5. 3.1.1.5. Japan

        6. 3.1.1.6. Malaysia

        7. 3.1.1.7. Philippines

        8. 3.1.1.8. Singapore

        9. 3.1.1.9. South Korea

        10. 3.1.1.10. Thailand

        11. 3.1.1.11. Rest of Asia-Pacific

      2. 3.1.2. Europe

        1. 3.1.2.1. France

        2. 3.1.2.2. Germany

        3. 3.1.2.3. Italy

        4. 3.1.2.4. Netherlands

        5. 3.1.2.5. Russia

        6. 3.1.2.6. Spain

        7. 3.1.2.7. UK

        8. 3.1.2.8. Rest of Europe

      3. 3.1.3. Middle East and Africa

        1. 3.1.3.1. Algeria

        2. 3.1.3.2. Egypt

        3. 3.1.3.3. Qatar

        4. 3.1.3.4. Saudi Arabia

        5. 3.1.3.5. South Africa

        6. 3.1.3.6. Turkey

        7. 3.1.3.7. United Arab Emirates

        8. 3.1.3.8. Rest of Middle East and Africa

      4. 3.1.4. North America

        1. 3.1.4.1. Canada

        2. 3.1.4.2. Mexico

        3. 3.1.4.3. United States

        4. 3.1.4.4. Rest of North America

      5. 3.1.5. South America

        1. 3.1.5.1. Brazil

        2. 3.1.5.2. Chile

        3. 3.1.5.3. Colombia

        4. 3.1.5.4. Rest of South America

  6. 4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 4.1. Key Strategic Moves

    2. 4.2. Market Share Analysis

    3. 4.3. Company Landscape

    4. 4.4. Company Profiles

      1. 4.4.1. Airbus SE

      2. 4.4.2. Antonov

      3. 4.4.3. Bombardier Inc.

      4. 4.4.4. Embraer

      5. 4.4.5. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.

      6. 4.4.6. Korea Aerospace Industries

      7. 4.4.7. Lockheed Martin Corporation

      8. 4.4.8. PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A

      9. 4.4.9. PT Dirgantara Indonesia

      10. 4.4.10. The Boeing Company

      11. 4.4.11. United Aircraft Corporation

  7. 5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR AVIATION CEOS

  8. 6. APPENDIX

    1. 6.1. Global Overview

      1. 6.1.1. Overview

      2. 6.1.2. Porter’s Five Forces Framework

      3. 6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis

      4. 6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)

    2. 6.2. Sources & References

    3. 6.3. List of Tables & Figures

    4. 6.4. Primary Insights

    5. 6.5. Data Pack

    6. 6.6. Glossary of Terms

List of Tables & Figures

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  2. GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. ACTIVE MILITARY AIRCRAFT FLEET BY COUNTRY, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT, VOLUME, GLOBAL, 2016 - 2030
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  2. ACTIVE MILITARY AIRCRAFT FLEET BY COUNTRY, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT, VOLUME, GLOBAL, 2016 - 2030
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  2. ACTIVE MILITARY AIRCRAFT FLEET BY COUNTRY, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT, VOLUME, GLOBAL, 2016 - 2030
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  2. ACTIVE MILITARY AIRCRAFT FLEET BY COUNTRY, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT, VOLUME, GLOBAL, 2016 - 2030
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  2. ACTIVE MILITARY AIRCRAFT FLEET BY COUNTRY, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT, VOLUME, GLOBAL, 2016 - 2030
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  2. DEFENSE SPENDING, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. DEFENSE SPENDING, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. DEFENSE SPENDING, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. DEFENSE SPENDING, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. DEFENSE SPENDING, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NUMBER OF NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES, VOLUME, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NUMBER OF NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY REGION, VOLUME, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY REGION, USD, GLOBAL, 2017 - 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY REGION, VOLUME %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY REGION, VALUE %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, VOLUME, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VOLUME %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VALUE %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY AUSTRALIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY AUSTRALIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, AUSTRALIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY CHINA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY CHINA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, CHINA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY INDIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY INDIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, INDIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY INDONESIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY INDONESIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, INDONESIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY JAPAN, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY JAPAN, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, JAPAN, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY MALAYSIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY MALAYSIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, MALAYSIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY PHILIPPINES, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY PHILIPPINES, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, PHILIPPINES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SINGAPORE, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SINGAPORE, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, SINGAPORE, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SOUTH KOREA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SOUTH KOREA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, SOUTH KOREA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY THAILAND, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY THAILAND, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, THAILAND, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, VOLUME, EUROPE, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VOLUME %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VALUE %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY FRANCE, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY FRANCE, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, FRANCE, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY GERMANY, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY GERMANY, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, GERMANY, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY ITALY, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY ITALY, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, ITALY, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY NETHERLANDS, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY NETHERLANDS, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, NETHERLANDS, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY RUSSIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY RUSSIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, RUSSIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SPAIN, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SPAIN, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, SPAIN, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY UK, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY UK, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, UK, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF EUROPE, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF EUROPE, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, REST OF EUROPE, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, VOLUME, MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, USD, MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VOLUME %, MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VALUE %, MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY ALGERIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY ALGERIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, ALGERIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY EGYPT, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY EGYPT, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, EGYPT, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY QATAR, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY QATAR, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, QATAR, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SAUDI ARABIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SAUDI ARABIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, SAUDI ARABIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SOUTH AFRICA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY SOUTH AFRICA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, SOUTH AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY TURKEY, UNITS, 2017 - 2029
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY TURKEY, USD, 2017 - 2029
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, TURKEY, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, REST OF MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, VOLUME, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VOLUME %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VALUE %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY CANADA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY CANADA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, CANADA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY MEXICO, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY MEXICO, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, MEXICO, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY UNITED STATES, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY UNITED STATES, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF NORTH AMERICA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF NORTH AMERICA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, VOLUME, SOUTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BY COUNTRY, USD, SOUTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VOLUME %, SOUTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY, VALUE %, SOUTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY BRAZIL, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY BRAZIL, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, BRAZIL, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY CHILE, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY CHILE, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, CHILE, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY COLOMBIA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY COLOMBIA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, COLOMBIA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF SOUTH AMERICA, UNITS, 2017 - 2030
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  2. GLOBAL MILITARY TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT MARKET, BY REST OF SOUTH AMERICA, USD, 2017 - 2030
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  2. NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES SHARE, VALUE, %, REST OF SOUTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, GLOBAL, 2018-2023
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  2. MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, GLOBAL, 2018 - 2023
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  2. MAJOR PLAYERS REVENUE SHARE (%), GLOBAL, 2023

Military Transport Aircraft Industry Segmentation

Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa, North America, South America are covered as segments by Region.

  • Military transport aircraft accounted for 8% of the global military aircraft fleet in 2022. The international security horizon in the second half of 2021 was marked by escalating geopolitical and border conflicts, with major confrontations such as between Russia and Ukraine, India, China, and other nations in Asia-Pacific. The armed conflicts and internal security boosted defense expenditures globally, with countries strengthening their armed forces with new procurements of transport aircraft.
  • The world's military expenditure rose 3.7% in 2022, reaching a record high of USD 2240 billion. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a major driver of the growth in spending in 2022. The five biggest spenders in 2022 were the United States, China, Russia, India, and Saudi Arabia, accounting for 63% of world military spending.
  • In 2022, the war between Russia and Ukraine fueled the need to reassess the operational readiness of the armed forces globally. Groups such as NATO nations are undergoing fleet modernization and expansion programs with the procurement of new transport aircraft.
  • The active fleet of military transport aircraft grew by around 0.4% from 2017 to 2022. North America and Asia-Pacific were accountable for 24% and 23% of the total transport aircraft active fleet globally.
Region
Asia-Pacific
Australia
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Malaysia
Philippines
Singapore
South Korea
Thailand
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe
France
Germany
Italy
Netherlands
Russia
Spain
UK
Rest of Europe
Middle East and Africa
Algeria
Egypt
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Turkey
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East and Africa
North America
Canada
Mexico
United States
Rest of North America
South America
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Rest of South America
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Market Definition

  • Aircraft Type - All the military aircraft which are used for various applications are included under military aviation market.
  • Sub-Aircraft Type - For this study, all the military fixed-wing transport aircraft which are used for troops and cargo carrying are considered.
  • Body Type - Various models of fixed-wing transport aircraft are considered in this study.
Keyword Definition
IATA IATA stands for the International Air Transport Association, a trade organization composed of airlines around the world that has an influence over the commercial aspects of flight.
ICAO ICAO stands for International Civil Aviation Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations that supports aviation and navigation around the globe.
Air Operator Certificate (AOC) A certificate granted by a National Aviation Authority permitting the conduct of commercial flying activities.
Certificate Of Airworthiness (CoA) A Certificate Of Airworthiness (CoA) is issued for an aircraft by the civil aviation authority in the state in which the aircraft is registered.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Gross domestic product (GDP) is a monetary measure of the market value of all the final goods and services produced in a specific time period by countries.
RPK (Revenue Passenger Kilometres) The RPK of an airline is the sum of the products obtained by multiplying the number of revenue passengers carried on each flight stage by the stage distance - it is the total number of kilometers traveled by all revenue passengers.
Load Factor The load factor is a metric used in the airline industry that measures the percentage of available seating capacity that has been filled with passengers.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) An original equipment manufacturer (OEM) traditionally is defined as a company whose goods are used as components in the products of another company, which then sells the finished item to users.
International Transportation Safety Association (ITSA) International Transportation Safety Association (ITSA) is an international network of heads of independent safety investigation authorities (SIA).
Available Seats Kilometre (ASK) This metric is calculated by multiplying Available Seats (AS) in one flight, defined above, multiplied by the distance flown.
Gross Weight The fully-loaded weight of an aircraft, also known as “takeoff weight,” which includes the combined weight of passengers, cargo, and fuel.
Airworthiness The ability of an aircraft, or other airborne equipment or system, to operate in flight and on the ground without significant hazard to aircrew, ground crew, passengers or to other third parties.
Airworthiness Standards Detailed and comprehensive design and safety criteria applicable to the category of aeronautical product (aircraft, engine or propeller).
Fixed Base Operator (FBO) A business or organization that operates at an airport. An FBO provides aircraft operating services like maintenance, fueling, flight training, charter services, hangaring, and parking.
High Net worth Individuals (HNWIs) High Net worth Individuals (HNWIs) are individuals with over USD 1 million in liquid financial assets.
Ultra High Net worth Individuals (UHNWIs) Ultra High Net worth Individuals (UHNWIs) are individuals with over USD 30 million in liquid financial assets.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) The division of the Department of Transportation is concerned with aviation. It operates Air Traffic Control and regulates everything from aircraft manufacturing to pilot training to airport operations in the United States.
EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) The European Aviation Safety Agency is a European Union agency established in 2002 with the task of overseeing civil aviation safety and regulation.
Airborne Warning and Control System (AW&C) aircraft Airborne Warning and Control System (AEW&C) aircraft is equipped with a powerful radar and on-board command and control center to direct the armed forces.
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), also called the North Atlantic Alliance, is an intergovernmental military alliance between 30 member states – 28 European and two North American.
Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) is a development and acquisition program intended to replace a wide range of existing fighter, strike, and ground attack aircraft for the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy, Canada, Australia, the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, and formerly Turkey.
Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) A light combat aircraft (LCA) is a light, multirole jet/turboprop military aircraft, commonly derived from advanced trainer designs, designed for engaging in light combat.
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) is an international institute that provides data, analysis, and recommendations for armed conflict, military expenditure, and arms trade as well as disarmament and arms control.
Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) A maritime patrol aircraft (MPA), also known as maritime reconnaissance aircraft is a fixed-wing aircraft designed to operate for long durations over water in maritime patrol roles, in particular, anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-ship warfare (AShW), and search and rescue (SAR).
Mach Number The Mach number is defined as the ratio of true airspeed to the speed of sound at the altitude of a given aircraft.
Stealth Aircraft Stealth is a Common term applied to low observable (LO) technology and doctrine, that makes an aircraft near invisible to radar, infrared or visual detection.
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Military Transport Aircraft Market Research FAQs

The Global Military Transport Aircraft Market size is expected to reach USD 8.08 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 0.15% to reach USD 8.15 billion by 2030.

In 2024, the Global Military Transport Aircraft Market size is expected to reach USD 8.08 billion.

Airbus SE, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Lockheed Martin Corporation, The Boeing Company and United Aircraft Corporation are the major companies operating in the Global Military Transport Aircraft Market.

In 2024, North America accounts for the largest share by region in the Global Military Transport Aircraft Market.

In 2023, the Global Military Transport Aircraft Market size was estimated at 8.08 billion. The report covers the Global Military Transport Aircraft Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Global Military Transport Aircraft Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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