Aircraft Brackets Market Key Players and Opportunities by 2031

The aircraft brackets market size is projected to reach US$ 512.2 million by 2031 from US$ 324.2 million in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.9% during 2023–2031. The increasing adoption of lightweight material based aircraft brackets is likely to remain a key trend in the market.

Aircraft Brackets Market Analysis

The increasing number of orders of narrow body and wide body aircraft in the commercial aircraft segment is one of the prime driving factors for the aircraft brackets market globally. Additionally, in 2023, the overall general aviation shipments have witnessed an increase, when compared to 2022. The shipments and preliminary aircraft deliveries accounted for US$ 28.3 billion, an increase of ~3.3%.

As per the General Aviation Manufacturers Association data, in 2023, Airplane shipments witnessed a rise compared to 2022. Piston airplane deliveries increased by ~11.8%, with 1,682 units; business jet deliveries increased to 730 units from 712, and turboprop airplane deliveries surged by ~9.6%, with 638 units. The value of airplane deliveries was US$ 23.4 billion in 2023, an increase of ~2.2% from 2022.

The proliferation of lightweight materials for fabricating aircraft components is expected to be one of the prime trends in the market, driving the application of titanium and other composite materials in the manufacturing of aircraft brackets.

According to the Oliver Wyman analysis, the global commercial aircraft fleet currently stands at ~28,398 aircraft and is expected to reach ~36,413 aircraft by the end of 2034. This is expected to generate new opportunities for aircraft component suppliers, including bracket manufacturers, in the coming years.

Aircraft Brackets Market Overview

The aircraft brackets market is driven by the growing number of commercial, passenger, and combat aircraft globally. In addition, the changing modern warfare scenario has driven governments of various countries across the globe to allocate substantial funds and financial aid toward respective defense and military air forces. The growing defense expenditure budget indicates the government's emphasis on procuring combat aircraft to meet the mounting need for security, which is one of the major market drivers for aircraft brackets. In 2023, the US secured a US$ 12 billion sale of Apache attack helicopters to Poland. Poland is expected to receive 96 units of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from Boeing. In 2022, the US government and Lockheed Martin finalized the contract for the production and delivery of up to 398 F-35s for US$ 30 billion. Furthermore, the increasing application of unmanned aerial vehicles for various purposes, including weapon delivery, surveillance, and disruption, boosts the demand for aircraft brackets.

The increase in investments in air ambulance and helicopter emergency medical and rescue operations is boosting the procurement of aircraft and helicopters, fueling the demand for aircraft brackets at the global level.

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Aircraft Brackets Market Drivers and Opportunities

Increasing Orders and Deliveries of Narrow Body Aircraft

The aviation industry has matured rapidly over the years, recording a significant number of aircraft production and deliveries. This has showcased massive order volumes for various commercial aircraft manufacturers worldwide. Commercial aviation is foreseen to surge in the coming years with an increase in air travel passengers and aircraft volumes. The increase in orders of narrow body passenger and commercial aircraft across the globe drives the demand for aircraft brackets. After the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing geopolitical wars in Europe and the Middle East, the global economy is weakening. However, people's desire to travel and the flow of travel have increased. In addition, the rapid growth of secondary and tertiary airports has continued due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hence, airlines plan to expand to more remote locations by launching routes to smaller city airports. With the increasing number of aircraft and airports, the demand for aircraft brackets is also rising.

In the last two years, Boeing and Airbus have seen a significant increase in orders for narrow body aircraft. According to the Airbus order and delivery database, there were 820 commercial aircraft orders in 2022, which rose to 2094 in 2023, as shown in the above figure. However, according to the data, there is a rise in deliveries for narrow body aircraft—such as A220, A319 & A320, and A321—compared to the wide body aircraft—such as A330 and A350—in 2023, shown in the figure below.

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Airbus and Boeing are the two aircraft manufacturing giants with significantly higher volumes of orders and delivery statistics. These two aircraft original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) continuously encounter orders for various aircraft models from civil airlines. The table below highlights the comparison of orders and deliveries from Airbus and Boeing during 2020–2023:

Aircraft Orders and Deliveries, by Boeing and Airbus, 2020 and 2023

Moreover, Airbus forecasts that 40,850 new passenger and cargo aircraft will be delivered from 2023 to 2042, of which 32,630 will be typical single-aisle aircraft and 8,220 will be typical wide body aircraft. In addition, the demand for freight aircraft is projected to reach 2,510 aircraft, with 920 newly built during the same timeframe. Thus, the increase in orders and deliveries of narrow body aircraft drives the market.

Increasing Global Aircraft Fleet Size

According to Avolon's study on global commercial passenger aviation, the aviation fleet is expected to grow 94% to reach 46,880 aircraft by 2042. This is owing to the continued growth in demand for air travel, building on the rapid recovery since COVID-19 travel restrictions. According to the study by Avolon, China, India, Asia, and South America are expected to show more than 3.5% growth in air travel from 2023 to 2042; however, North America and Europe will register moderate growth between 2 and 3% during this timeframe. In addition, the huge rise in the number of aircraft fleets in the regions mentioned above is expected to create opportunities for key aircraft bracket manufacturers across the globe.

In addition, according to the ch-aviation data on aircraft fleet orders from across the world, as of June 2023, the US accounted for the highest number of aircraft orders (excluding military aircraft and aircraft with unknown operator/engine) globally with a total of 3,147 aircraft on order, followed by Ireland, China, and India with 1,247; 1,239; and 888 aircraft orders, respectively. According to the same data, the top 5 consumers with aircraft orders include United Airlines, IndiGo Airlines, Lion Air, Air Lease Corporation, and AirAsia. An increase in orders and the growth of the global aircraft fleet are expected to raise the demand for aircraft brackets, which is anticipated to create opportunities for the key players operating in the market from 2023 to 2031.

Aircraft Brackets Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the aircraft brackets market analysis are material, aircraft type, application, and end use.

• Based on material, the global aircraft brackets market is segmented into aluminum, steel, and others. The aluminum segment held the largest market share in 2023.
• Based on aircraft type, the market is divided into commercial aircraft, general aviation, military aircraft, and helicopter. The commercial aircraft segment held the largest share of the market in 2023.
• Based on application, the market is divided into aircraft fuselage, aircraft wings, aircraft control surfaces, engine, and others. The aircraft fuselage segment held the largest share of the market in 2023.
• Based on end use, the market is divided into OEMs and aftermarket. The OEMs segment held a larger share of the market in 2023.

Aircraft Brackets Market Share Analysis by Geography

The geographic scope of the aircraft brackets market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.

APAC held the largest aircraft brackets market share in 2023 and is projected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. Asia Pacific is a large aviation consumer base with more than 4 billion people and dynamic economies that together generate 35% of global GDP. The aviation industry in the region makes a crucial contribution to its social and economic development. The growth of Asia Pacific has been primarily attributed to the wide range of income levels and the rapidly growing middle class. This resulted in robust order gains from the fast-developing economies of Asia Pacific, such as India and China. Asia Pacific is expected to offer ample opportunities for aircraft bracket providers in the future. Asia Pacific has several growing economies, which are leading the growth of a variety of sectors, including aerospace, military & defense, and technology. Asia Pacific has seen heavy imports of modern commercial aircraft in recent years due to the increasing number of international travelers from countries such as India, China, Japan, and Taiwan. The number of airports in the region is increasing, which, in turn, boosts the demand for aircraft fleets from airline companies.

Additionally, according to Boeing Aviation Market Forecast, countries in Asia Pacific will need 16,930 additional aircraft by 2037 to accommodate the rising number of travelers. The region is expected to account for ~40% of future aircraft production to meet the aircraft demand. In addition, the International Air Transport Association also predicted that 2.1 billion travelers are expected to travel by 2036, particularly in China. The increasing number of passengers is expected to increase the demand for aircraft MRO services and create an opportunity for the key players operating in the aircraft brackets market.

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Aircraft Brackets Market News and Recent Developments

The aircraft brackets market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the aircraft brackets market are listed below:

• 9T Labs and Diehl Aviation will present the ECO Bracket for the first time at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg. The ECO Bracket is an ultra-lightweight bracket made from a combination of 3D printed carbon elements and recycled thermoplastic composites derived from manufacturing waste. Such brackets are found hundreds of times on board commercial aircraft and are currently made of aluminum. (Source: Diehl Aviation, Press Release, May 2024)

Aircraft Brackets Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The "Aircraft Brackets Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

• Aircraft brackets market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
• Aircraft brackets market trends, as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
• Detailed PEST and SWOT analysis
• Aircraft brackets market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
• Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the aircraft brackets market
• Detailed company profiles

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