Aerospace Flight Control Actuators Market Report

Attractive Opportunities

Global Demand Analysis & Sales Opportunities in Aerospace Flight Control Actuators Market

• The annual demand for aerospace flight control actuators was USD 4.9 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 5.2 billion in 2025, up 10.1% than the value in 2024.
• During the forecast period (2025 to 2034), the aerospace flight control actuators market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.4%. The annual demand will reach of USD 7.0 billion in 2034.
• During 2025-2034, the aerospace flight control actuators industry is expected to generate a cumulative sales opportunity of USD 63.08 billion.

High-Growth Market Segments:

• North America is expected to be the dominant region in the market over the next nine years, whereas Asia-Pacific is likely to grow at the fastest rate.
• By Platform type, Commercial Aircraft is expected to remain the demand generator of the market during the forecast period.
• By Actuator type, Primary Flight Control Actuators is likely to hold the dominant position in the market during the forecast period.
• By Actuator Technology type, Hydraulic Actuator are likely to maintain their dominance in the market during the forecast period, whereas Embedded Wiring is likely to be the fastest-growing component type.
• By End-Use type, OE remains the dominant as well as the fastest-growing end-user type over the next nine years.

Market Statistics

Have a look at the sales opportunities presented by the aerospace flight control actuators market in terms of growth and market forecast.

Market Dynamics

Introduction:

What are aerospace flight control actuators?

An aircraft actuator is a device installed in an aircraft that transforms electrical signals into mechanical movement. Aircraft actuators can regulate velocity and engine speed by moving levers and flaps. These actuators are used to stabilize and control the roll, pitch, as well as yaw agility necessary during various phases of flight. Flight control actuators control the movement of an aircraft's control surfaces, such as elevators, ailerons, rudders, flaps, slats, and spoilers. It converts electrical or hydraulic signals into mechanical motion. Key technologies of actuators include hydraulic, pneumatic, electric, and mechanical.

Market Drivers:

• The key driving factors of the aerospace flight control actuators market are an increase in the production rate of key programs (A320neo, B737 Max, A220, B787, and A350XWB), the entry of new aircraft programs (C919, B777x, etc.), increasing electrification of aircraft, expected rise in the aircraft fleet size, and advancements in actuator technology.

Segment Analysis

By Platform Type

“Commercial aircraft is likely to remain the dominant as well as the fastest-growing platform of the market during the forecast period.”

• The aerospace flight control actuators market is segmented into commercial aircraft, regional aircraft, general aviation, helicopter, defense, UAV, and space. The commercial aircraft is largely dominated by key aircraft programs: A320, A350, B737, and B787, and an aging aircraft fleet.
• The projected delivery of 43,975 new commercial aircraft by 2043, according to Boeing’s 2024 Commercial Market Outlook, and over 42,430 new aircraft as per Airbus’ GMF 2024-43, are expected to fuel the growth of the flight control actuators market over the next two decades.

By Actuator Type

“Primary flight control actuators are likely to hold the dominant position of the market during the forecast period.”

• The market is segmented into primary flight control actuators, secondary flight control actuators-high lift systems, and secondary flight control actuators-others. Primary flight control actuators hold a significant position in the aerospace flight control actuators market, primarily due to their essential function in regulating an aircraft's basic movements—roll, pitch, and yaw—through the manipulation of ailerons, elevators, and the rudder.
• Their role is crucial in maintaining aircraft stability and maneuverability, rendering them vital components in both commercial and military aviation sectors.  Furthermore, technological advancements, including fly-by-wire systems, have enhanced the dependence on advanced primary flight control actuators, thereby reinforcing their leading position in the market. Hydraulic actuators are dominantly used in primary flight control surfaces: elevators, rudders, and ailerons.

By Actuator Technology Type

“Hydraulic is estimated to remain the dominant actuator technology of the market during the forecast period.”

• The market is segmented into hydraulic, electric, pneumatic, and other actuator technologies. Hydraulic actuators are easy to maintain and generate enough power to operate control surfaces with less weight & space. However, electric actuators are expected to replace conventional technologies due to their high efficiency, more electric power, and precise level of control. Hydraulic systems provide quick response times and accurate control, which improve pilot handling and the maneuverability of the aircraft.

By End-Use Type

“OE is expected to remain the dominant and faster-growing end-user of the market in the coming years.”

• The aerospace flight control actuators market is segmented into OE and aftermarket based on the end-user type. Original Equipment (OE) remains dominant is driven by the steady production of new aircraft and the adoption of advanced actuator technologies. The aftermarket captured a smaller share in 2024, as actuators typically last throughout the aircraft’s service life.

Regional Analysis

“North America is expected to be the dominant region in the market over the next nine years.”

• North America is anticipated to maintain its dominance in the market. The USA is expected to remain the growth engine of the region’s market as the country is the world’s manufacturing capital of the aircraft industry and houses many large and small aircraft manufacturers, tier players, aircraft flight control actuator suppliers, distributors, and raw material suppliers.
• Asia-Pacific is projected to experience the highest growth over the next nine years, driven by a host of factors, including an increasing demand for commercial aircraft to support rising passenger traffic, the establishment of assembly plants of Boeing and Airbus in China, the indigenous commercial aircraft (COMAC C919), and a rising aircraft fleet size.

Competitive Landscape

Most of the major players compete in some of the factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the aerospace flight control actuators market -  

Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)

• Moog Inc.
• Collins Aerospace
• Parker Hannifin Corporation
• Woodward, Inc.
• TransDigm Group
• Liebherr Group
• Triumph Group
• Eaton Aerospace

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Recent Developments/Mergers & Acquisitions:

• In December 2024, Woodward, Inc. signed an agreement to acquire Safran Electronics & Defense's electromechanical actuation business based in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The acquisition will include advanced electromechanical control technology in aviation, and it will strengthen Woodward, Inc.’s technology platform for the next generation of aircraft.
• In 2022, Parker Hannifin Corporation acquired Meggitt PLC. The acquisition further diversified Parker Hannifin Corp.’s presence in the market and expanded its portfolio of electromechanical actuators in the aerospace & defense industry.
• In 2020, Moog Inc. acquired Genesys AeroSystems Group, Inc. for a purchase price of approximately US$ 77.7 million. With this acquisition, Moog, Inc. adds AeroSystems Group, Inc.’s electronic flight instrument and autopilot solutions into its aircraft controls segment, enhancing its product portfolio.

Report Features

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The following are the key features of the report:

• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

This report studies the market, covering a period of 15 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.

The aerospace flight control actuators market is segmented into the following categories. 

Aerospace Flight Control Actuators Market, by Platform Type

• Commercial Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Regional Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• General Aviation (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Helicopter (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Defense (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• UAV (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Space (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aerospace Flight Control Actuators Market, by Actuator Type

• Primary Flight Controls (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Secondary Flight Controls-High Lift Systems (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Secondary Flight Control Actuators- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aerospace Flight Control Actuators Market, by Actuation Technology Type

• Hydraulic (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Electric (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Pneumatic (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Other Actuator Technologies (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aerospace Flight Control Actuators Market, by End-User Type

• OE (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Aftermarket (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aerospace Flight Control Actuators Market by Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Others)

Research Methodology

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