Global Aircraft Powertrain Control Market is Segmented By Component (Engine Control Unit (ECU), Power Distribution Unit (PDU), Electrical Control Unit (ECU), Others), By Aircraft (Commercial Aircraft, Business Aircraft, Military Aircraft, Helicopters), By Engine (Turbofan Engines, Turboprop Engines, Turbojet Engines, Turboshaft Engines), By Control (Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC), Electronic Engine Control (EEC), Hydro-Mechanical Control (HMC), Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, And Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2023-2030
Aircraft Powertrain Control Market Size
Global Aircraft Powertrain Control Market reached US$ 6.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 11.0 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period 2023-2030. During the forecast period, increasing collaboration between aircraft manufacturers, powertrain control system suppliers and technology providers will be instrumental in driving innovation and market growth. Collaborative efforts will allow for the development of new integrated and optimized powertrain control solutions for various subsets of aircraft.
The emergence of electric and hybrid propulsion systems in the global aviation industry presents new opportunities for the global aircraft powertrain control market. For instance, in June 2023, the British aerospace company Rolls Royce began extensive testing of its newly developed small hybrid electric engine.
Aircraft Powertrain Control Market Summary
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Metrics |
Details |
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CAGR |
6.8% |
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Size Available for Years |
2021-2030 |
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Forecast Period |
2023-2030 |
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Data Availability |
Value (US$) |
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Segments Covered |
Component, Aircraft, Engine, Control and Region |
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Regions Covered |
North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and Middle East & Africa |
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Fastest Growing Region |
Asia Pacific |
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Largest Region |
North America |
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Report Insights Covered |
Competitive Landscape Analysis, Company Profile Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Demand, Recent Developments, Mergers and Acquisitions, New Equipment Type Launches, Growth Strategies, Revenue Analysis, Porter’s Analysis, Pricing Analysis, Regulatory Analysis, Supply-Chain Analysis and Other key Insights. |
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Aircraft Powertrain Control Market Dynamics
Rise in Global Air Travel
Global passenger air travel has increased significantly, especially in the post-pandemic period. According to data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), in 2022, global air passenger traffic increased 10.9% over 2021. Emerging economies, particularly in regions such as Asia-Pacific and Middle East, are experiencing rapid growth in air travel. Increasing disposable incomes, expanding tourism and economic development contribute to the rise in air travel in these regions.
The growth in global air travel has resulted in an increased demand for aircraft across various segments, including commercial airlines, business aviation and regional aviation. To meet growing passenger volumes, airlines are leasing aircrafts and increasing the frequency of flights in the short term. Airlines are also inducting new aircraft to expand capacity. It has led to an increased demand for aircraft powertrain control systems from manufacturers as well as for maintenance and overhaul operations.
New Technological Advancements
New technological advancements has played a crucial role in improving the performance of powertrain control systems. The development of advanced sensor technologies has enabled more precise and real-time monitoring of aircraft engine parameters. The sensors provide critical data for powertrain control systems, allowing for improved engine performance and enhanced safety.
Powertrain control systems are benefiting from the advancement in microelectronics. New microprocessors are being developed to improve the energy efficiency and performance of powertrain control systems. In October 2022, U.S. Army signed an agreement with Collins Aerospace to develop certification standards for a new generation fo multicore microprocessors to be used in military aviation applications.
Long Certification Cycles
Since problems with powertrain control systems can have disastrous consequences, a long-winded certification regime is used by regulators to iron out any deficiences in the system before being deployed commercially. Certification processes for aircraft powertrain control systems involve extensive testing, analysis and compliance with stringent aviation standards and regulations.
The time required for certification can lead to delays in the introduction of new powertrain control systems to the market. Manufacturers need to invest substantial resources and time into meeting the certification requirements, which can slow down their ability to bring innovative products to market in a timely manner.
The prolonged certification process can increase the overall development costs for powertrain control systems. Manufacturers need to allocate additional resources to cover the extended duration of testing, compliance and validation activities. The higher costs can create challenges for medium-sized companies potentially limiting their ability to enter the market.
Aircraft Powertrain Control Market Segment Analysis
The global aircraft powertrain control market is segmented based on component, aircraft, engine, control and region.
Airline Fleet Modernization Propels Growth for Commercial Aircraft
Commercial aircraft represent the largest segment in the aviation industry, with a higher volume of aircraft compared to other types such as business aircraft, military aircraft and helicopters. According to the travel website, TravelPulse, more nearly 27,400 commercial aircraft are currently in operation in 2023. The sheer number of commercial aircraft in operation creates a larger market potential for powertrain control systems.
Commercial airlines are constantly seeking to modernize their fleets to improve efficiency, reduce fuel consumption and comply with stricter regulations. New aircraft orders generates more demand for aircraft powertrain control systems. For instance, in February 2023, Air India, the flag carrier of India placed an order for 470 new aircraft from Airbus and Boeing as part of its large scale fleet modernization program.
Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)
Aircraft Powertrain Control Market Geographical Share
New Technological Advancements Propel Market Growth in North America
North America is expected to account for more than a third of the global aircraft powertrain control market. North America is a highly industrialized region with several leading multinational aerospace companies such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics and Bombardier Aerospace being based in the region.
U.S. is the leading country within the region, principally because of its large domestic aviation market and well-developed military aerospace industry. U.S.-based aircraft company Boeing is receiving orders for its new-generation 737 Max narrow body and 777X widebody commercial aircraft. In June 2023, Boeing signed an agreement with NASA a U.S.-based space agency, to develop an experimental plane, designated X-66A, to test new sustainable design technologies.
Furthermore, U.S. air force is fielding new and advanced fighter jets such as Lockheed Martin’s F35 Lightning II and is advancing the capabilities of its unmanned aircraft such as the General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. The fielding of new advanced aircraft has created demand for more sophisticated powertrain control systems, especially for systems which can later be integrated with artificial intelligence (AI) enabled components when the technology matures.
Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)
Aircraft Powertrain Control Market Companies
The major global players include Honeywell International Inc., United Technologies Corporation, Safran Electronics & Defense, Woodward, Inc. , Collins Aerospace, General Electric, Moog Inc. , Parker Hannifin Corporation, Eaton Corporation and Liebherr Group.
COVID Impact On Aircraft Powertrain Control Market
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a grounding of aircraft as international and domestic air travel ceased due to stringent restrictions. It led to a complete destruction in demand for aircraft powertrain controls. Furthermore, manufacturing of new commercial and military aircraft was also affected as manufacturing activities were restricted due to lockdowns and other restrictions.
A small demand for powertrain control systems was generated by military aircraft, as armed forces of major world powers continued to undertake routine maintenance activities so as to ensure combat readiness. The post-pandemic period has witnessed a significant increase in global air travel. It has led to a significant increase in demand for powertrain control systems, especially from aircraft manufacturers for new aircraft production.
AI Impact On Aircraft Powertrain Control Market
Artificial Intelligence (AI) could be used to revolutionize aircraft component maintenance. AI-powered analytics can analyze real-time data from powertrain control systems to detect anomalies, predict failures and optimize maintenance schedules. The proactive approach can improve the reliability of powertrain components, reduces downtime and lower maintenance costs.
AI-based technologies can be used to enable the development of autonomous powertrain control systems that can make real-time adjustments, optimize performance and adapt to changing flight conditions. The development of intelligent systems could lead to radical improvements in fuel efficiency, reduction of emissions and could lead to optimization of overall aircraft performance.
Russia- Ukraine War Impact On Aircraft Powertrain Control Market
The war between Ukraine and Russia has created some problems for the global aircraft powertrain control market. Sanctions imposed by U.S. and EU have cutoff access to western technology, thus depriving the Russian commercial aviation industry of aircraft powertrain control systems. Russian airlines are resorting to cannibalizing existing aircraft for spare parts in order to keep their fleet airworthy.
Furthermore, the conflict has also created problems for Russia’s defence industry. Russia primarily relies on western companies to provide aircraft powertrain control systems for their fighter jets, military helicopters and military transport aircraft. Due to the sanctions, defence enterprises had to resort to the international grey market for circumventing sanctions.
Key Developments
- In December, 2022, General Electric and Safran, two global aerospace companies through their joint venture CFM announced an alliance with BAE systems of UK to develop electronic control systems for CFM’s new all-electric engine known as Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE).
- In March 2023, General Electric announced that it was developing two new turboshaft engine for civilian and military helicopters. The engines feature advanced electronic engine control units.
- In June 2023, U.S. and India signed a deal for technology transfer and manufacturing of GE-414 fighter jet engines. The deal includes nearly 80% technology transfer by value, including jet engine blade manufacturing technology and engine control system technology.
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Target Audience 2023
- Aircraft Manufacturers
- Aircraft Component Manufacturers
- Industry Investors/Investment Bankers
- Research Professionals
- Emerging Companies
