Civil Aircraft MRO Market 2025-2035

Attractive Opportunities

Global Demand Analysis & Sales Opportunities in Civil Aircraft MRO Market

• The annual demand for civil aircraft MRO was USD 115.8 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 119.9 billion in 2025, up 3.5% than the value in 2024.
• During the forecast period (2025 to 2035), the civil aircraft MRO market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.3%. The annual demand will reach of USD 156.5 billion in 2035.
• During 2025-2035, the civil aircraft MRO industry is expected to generate a cumulative sales opportunity of USD 1479.2 billion. 

High-Growth Market Segments:

• North America is likely to post the most rapid growth in the market over the upcoming years. 
• By Aircraft type, Wide-BodyAircraft is expected to be the largest demand generator for MRO services throughout the forecast period.
• By Aircraft by OEM Demand type, Wide-Body Airbus is expected to be the largest as well as fastest-growing segment type.
• By MRO type, Line MRO and engine MRO have high growth opportunities.

Market Statistics

Have a look at the sales opportunities presented by the civil aircraft MRO market in terms of growth and market forecast.

Market Dynamics

Introduction:

What is civil aircraft MRO?

Civil Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) refers to the set of services and processes carried out to ensure the safety, reliability, and airworthiness of commercial and private aircraft. It covers routine inspections, preventive maintenance, component replacements, structural repairs, and complete overhauls of engines and systems, all performed in compliance with strict aviation authority regulations. These activities are crucial for keeping civil aircraft operational and extending their service lives while meeting the highest safety standards.

The civil aircraft MRO industry is a cornerstone of global aviation, supporting airlines, charter operators, and private jet owners by minimizing downtime and reducing operational risks. As passenger traffic continues to rise and fleets modernize, demand for efficient MRO services is increasing. Technological advancements such as predictive maintenance, AI-driven diagnostics, and digital record-keeping are transforming civil aircraft MRO into a more cost-effective, time-efficient, and sustainable process, ensuring that the aviation sector can meet growing global connectivity needs.

Market Drivers:

• The civil aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) market is driven by several key factors. The rising global air traffic directly increases the demand for maintenance services. Aging aircraft fleets require more frequent repairs and component replacements, while advancements in aircraft technology necessitate specialized maintenance. Additionally, escalating fuel prices and the need for operational efficiency compel airlines to optimize their fleets, further driving MRO demand. Regulatory requirements for safety and sustainability also contribute to the market's growth.
• According to Boeing's Commercial Aircraft Market Outlook, an average of 2,200 commercial aircraft is expected to be delivered annually over the next two decades, highlighting a promising future for the MRO industry. Both Boeing and Airbus forecast that the commercial and regional aircraft fleet will expand between 42,000 and 50,000 units by 2043, underscoring a positive market outlook for aftermarket services.

Segment Analysis

By MRO Type

“Line MRO and Engine MRO have high growth opportunities due to rising aircraft fleets, frequent component wear, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements driving increased maintenance needs.”

• The expansion of commercial and private aircraft fleets globally increases the need for continuous Line MRO and Engine MRO services, thus consistently driving demand for maintenance and repair solutions.
• With aircraft operating for long durations, components undergo frequent wear and tear. This necessitates regular checks and replacements, thereby creating continuous growth opportunities in both Line and Engine MRO services.
• Stringent international aviation safety and environmental regulations require airlines to maintain their fleets in optimal condition, further increasing demand for compliant Line MRO and Engine MRO services to meet industry standards.
• Increased complexity in engine technology and aviation systems further enhances the demand for MRO. Since new technologies are being introduced, it is imperative to have special Engine MRO services to guarantee performance and safety.
• Safran forecasts 2,000 LEAP engine deliveries in 2026, with further increases to come. The LEAP engine is growing twice as fast as the CFM 56 engine.
• With the ramp-up in production of the LEAP engine, the fleet size and shop visits are expected to grow immensely. As the fleet age, the CFM 56 engine increases the number of shop visits performed for the CFM 56 engine is expected to grow significantly.

By Aircraft Type

“Wide-body aircraft have more growth opportunities since there is a rise in long-haul travel, an expansion of fleets, and the necessity for special maintenance, repairs, and upgrading of large aircraft.”

• Growth in long-haul travel brings an increase in the number of wide-body aircraft, and increasing MRO specialization is then needed to improve and maintain them.
• Airline development of fleets through large, particularly wide-body airplanes, is what's growing these MRO requirements focused on a higher, and hence more complicated, number of planes.
• The wide-body aircraft are relatively bigger and have complex systems, so the maintenance requirement is advanced and specialized. Also, they fly for a long time, and that creates enormous opportunities for growth in MRO services.
• As the older wide-body aircraft are being upgraded to the latest safety and efficiency standards, there is a rise in MRO services on system modernization and repairs.

By Aircraft by OEM Demand

“High growth prospects are expected in wide-body Airbus aircraft, primarily because of increasing global air travel, fleet modernization, and the need for efficient long-haul flights, requiring specialized MRO services.”

• Airlines are upgrading their fleets with newer, more efficient wide-body Airbus aircraft, which in turn requires advanced maintenance, repairs, and parts replacements to ensure high operational efficiency.
• The demand for cost-effective and efficient long-haul flights leads to the utilization of wide-body Airbus aircraft, which require more specialized MRO services to maintain these high-performance aircraft.
• With increased focus on cutting emissions and optimizing fuel efficiency by airlines, demand for specialized MRO services upgrading and maintaining these more environmentally friendly systems in Wide-Body Airbus aircraft continues to be on the increase.

Regional Analysis

“North America is a large aircraft fleet market with increasing air traffic, advancements in technology, and stringent regulatory requirements driving demand for maintenance services, hence high growth opportunities in civil aircraft MRO.”

• North America is home to one of the largest fleets of commercial aircraft, which creates a constant demand for MRO services to ensure fleet readiness and safety.
•  The growing number of air passengers and flights in North America fuels the need for ongoing maintenance and repairs, offering significant growth opportunities for MRO service providers. 
• The civil aircraft MRO market in North America is further fuelled by technological advancements in the aviation industry that necessitate more specialized maintenance, upgrades, and repairs.
• North America is known for strict regulations in respect of safety standards and environmental aspects of aviation, which necessitate periodic and stringent maintenance, thus requiring MRO services to be adhered to, ensuring safe operational standards.

Competitive Landscape

The market is highly fragmented with the presence of over 100 players across the region. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors, including price, service offerings, and regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the civil aircraft MRO market:

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

• GE Aerospace
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX)
• Honeywell Aerospace
• Rolls-Royce PLC
• Lufthansa Technik AG
• Safran S.A.
• KLM- Air France Group
• Standard Aero
• Leonardo S.p.A
• Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO)

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

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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 civil aircraft MRO market is segmented into the following categories:

Civil Aircraft MRO Market, by MRO Type

• Airframe (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World)
• Engine (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World)
• Component (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World)
• Line (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World)

Civil Aircraft MRO Market, by Aircraft Type

• Narrow-Body
  • (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the world)
  • (MRO Type Analysis: Airframe, Engine, Component, and Line)
  • (By OEM Analysis: Airbus, Boeing, and Others)
• Wide-Body (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the world)
  • (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the world)
  • (MRO Type Analysis: Airframe, Engine, Component, and Line)
  • (By OEM Analysis: Airbus, Boeing, and Others)
• Regional Jet (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the world)
  • (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the world)
  • (MRO Type Analysis: Airframe, Engine, Component, and Line)
  • (By OEM Analysis: Embraer and Others)
• Turboprop (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World)
  • (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the world)
  • (MRO Type Analysis: Airframe, Engine, Component, and Line)
  • (By OEM Analysis: Embraer and Others)

Civil Aircraft MRO Market, by Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Sub-region Analysis: Eastern Europe and Western Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, India, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: The Middle East, Latin America, and Africa)

Research Methodology

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• We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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