Aircraft Turning Market Report

Attractive Opportunities

Global Demand Analysis & Sales Opportunities in Aircraft Turning Market

• The annual demand for aircraft turning was USD 6.6 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 7.2 billion in 2025, up 4.9% than the value in 2024.
• During the forecast period (2025 to 2032), the aircraft turning market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.5%. The annual demand will reach of USD 8.5 billion in 2032.
• During 2025-2032, the aircraft turning industry is expected to generate a cumulative sales opportunity of USD 64.54 billion. 

High-Growth Market Segments:

• North America is expected to be the dominant region during the forecast period. 
• By Aircraft type, Commercial Aircraft are expected to remain the dominant type in the market during the forecast period.
• By Component type, Gauging & Management Systems is likely to hold the dominant position in the market during the forecast period.
• By Technology type, Pump Feed Technology is projected to maintain its market lead across the forecast period.
• By End-Use type, OE sales are expected to be the primary driver of demand for aircraft turning.

Market Statistics

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

Market Dynamics

Introduction:

What is aircraft turning?

Aircraft turning refers to the maneuver in which an aircraft changes its direction of flight by banking to one side. Unlike cars, which turn by rotating their wheels, airplanes turn through coordinated use of the ailerons, rudder, and elevator. The ailerons tilt the wings, creating a bank angle that generates a horizontal component of lift, pulling the aircraft into the new direction. The rudder helps coordinate the turn by counteracting adverse yaw, while the elevator maintains altitude during the maneuver.

There are different types of turns, including shallow, medium, and steep turns, each defined by the degree of bank angle. In commercial and general aviation, turns are usually gentle and coordinated for passenger comfort and safety, whereas in military or aerobatic flying, sharper turns may be executed. Mastering smooth and controlled turns is fundamental for pilots, as it ensures stability, efficiency, and precise navigation in flight.

Segment Analysis

By Aircraft Type

“The commercial aircraft category is projected to retain its leading market position, and regional aircraft is likely to experience the fastest growth in the coming years.”

• The market is categorized into commercial aircraft, regional aircraft, helicopters, military aircraft, and general aviation. In the aircraft turning market, commercial aircraft are expected to remain the largest segment during the forecast period. This is largely due to the steady production of popular models like the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX, which rely heavily on turned components such as shafts, pins, and bushings used across engines, landing gear, and structural systems.
• At the same time, the regional aircraft segment is set to grow at the fastest pace. This growth is being driven by rising demand for regional air travel, especially in developing countries where regional connectivity is expanding. Aircraft such as the Embraer E-Jets and ATR series are supporting this growth, contributing to increased demand for precision-turned components used throughout the aircraft.

By Material Type

“Aluminium is expected to remain the leading material, whereas titanium is anticipated to register the highest growth rate during the forecast period.”

• The market is divided based on material types into aluminium, stainless steel, titanium, and other metals and alloys. Among these, aluminium is projected to retain its leading position throughout the forecast period due to its cost-effectiveness and favourable mechanical characteristics, which make it a popular choice across numerous applications.
• Whereas, titanium is expected to witness the fastest growth, driven by its growing use in advanced aircraft programs like the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350XWB. Titanium's superior strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to oxidation give it a competitive edge over aluminium in high-performance applications.

By Application Type

“Engine is expected to be the dominant market segment, whereas landing gear is likely to be the fastest-growing application, in the upcoming years.”

• The market is categorized into four main applications: airframe, engine, landing gear, and other applications. Among these, the engine segment is projected to lead the market throughout the forecast period. Key components produced through turning in this segment include compressor shafts, turbine discs, fan casings, spools, and fan discs.
• The industry continues to face significant hurdles such as supply chain bottlenecks, labour shortages, and inflation. Despite these challenges, CFM International, a joint venture between Safran and GE managed to deliver 1,407 LEAP engines in 2024, which are used in aircraft like the A320neo, B737 MAX, and COMAC C919.

Regional Analysis

“North America is projected to retain its leading position in the market over the next few years.”

• North America is projected to remain the largest market for aircraft turning during the forecast period. The United States dominates not only the North American market but also the global landscape, primarily due to the presence of leading aircraft manufacturers such as Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Gulfstream, and Cessna, key contributors to the demand for turned components.
• The Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the fastest growth in the coming years, fueled by its strong long-term potential. The commercial aviation sector is likely to see significant expansion, driven by rising air travel demand and the development of indigenous programs like the COMAC C919. The military aviation sector in the region is also poised for growth, supported by increasing defense spending in countries such as China and India and a strong emphasis on advancing domestic military aircraft capabilities.

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 aircraft turning market -  

Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on alphabetically arranged)

• Gardner Aerospace
• GKN Aerospace
• Howmet Aerospace Inc.
• Magellan Aerospace
• MB Aerospace Holdings Inc.
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
• Precision Castparts Corp.
• Premium AEROTEC GmbH (Airbus Aerostructures GmbH)
• Senior plc
• Shenzhen Dajin Precision Hardware Co., Ltd

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

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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 aircraft turning market is segmented into the following categories. 

Aircraft Turning Market, by Aircraft 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)
• Helicopter (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Military 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)

Aircraft Turning Market, by Application Type

• Airframe (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Engine (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Landing Gear (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Other Applications (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aircraft Turning Market, by Material Type

• Aluminum (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Stainless Steel (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Titanium (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Other Metals & Alloys (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aircraft Turning 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)

Aircraft Turning 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 the Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Others)

Research Methodology

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• More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data.
• 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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