Commercial Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Market Report 2026

The commercial aircraft gas turbine engine is a type of engine with internal combustion that runs aircraft. The engine absorbs reactive energy from fuel and transforms it into mechanical force by using the working fluid's gaseous energy (air) to power the engine and propeller, which in turn moves the airplane.

The main types of commercial aircraft gas turbine engine are narrow-body, wide-body, and regional jet. Narrow-body aircraft are single-aisle planes used mostly for short and medium-distance flights, with seats set 2 to 6 abreast, a fuselage diameter of 3 to 4 meters (10 to 13 feet), and seating less than 200 passengers. Airplanes are propelled and powered by gas turbine engines. The various types of propulsion include electric based commercial aircraft and special fuel based commercial aircraft that runs on technologies such as turbofan, turbojet, turboprop, and other technologies. It is suitable for light commercial aircraft, heavy commercial aircraft, passenger-based aircraft, and cargo based multi-model aircraft for commercial and military aircrafts.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market by increasing the cost of imported engine components and advanced materials, affecting segments such as Narrow-Body and Wide-Body aircraft engines. Regions like North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific face the highest impact due to global supply chain dependencies. While tariffs may temporarily slow expansion and procurement, they encourage local manufacturing, domestic production of critical engine components, and adoption of cost-efficient production technologies, which could enhance long-term resilience and innovation in the market.

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The commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $65.74 billion in 2025 to $75.97 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in global air passenger traffic driving demand for commercial aircraft engines, continuous improvements in turbine efficiency and materials enhancing engine performance, expansion of airline fleets requiring new heavy-frame and aero-derivative engines, rising focus on fuel-efficient propulsion systems boosting next-generation engine development, increased maintenance and replacement cycles for aging aircraft engines supporting market revenues.

The commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $133.13 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing investment in ultra-high-bypass and geared turbofan technologies to improve fuel efficiency, increasing production of next-generation commercial aircraft requiring advanced gas turbine engines, rising regulatory pressure to reduce aviation emissions accelerating innovation in cleaner combustion systems, expansion of long-haul and low-cost carriers driving sustained engine procurement, development of hybrid-electric propulsion architectures influencing future gas turbine design and integration. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of turbofan engines for fuel efficiency, growth in aero-derivative and open-cycle engine deployments, demand for lightweight and high-performance engine materials, expansion of regional jet engine market, development of hybrid-electric propulsion for commercial aircraft.

The growing demand for a new generation of fuel-efficient airplanes is projected to boost the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market in the near future. Fuel-efficient airplanes are defined as those that use less fuel compared to similar models. This rising demand for more efficient aircraft is a significant driver for the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market, as enhanced fuel efficiency leads to reduced costs and lower emissions, which helps mitigate environmental damage. For example, in August 2024, the US Energy Information Administration reported that the total supply of kerosene-type jet fuel rose from 1.59 million barrels per day in March 2023 to 1.71 million barrels per day in May 2024. Thus, the increasing demand for a new generation of fuel-efficient airplanes is propelling market growth.

Major companies operating in the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as comprehensive engine maintenance and support services, to address the growing demand for operational efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in commercial aviation. Comprehensive engine maintenance and support services provide end-to-end solutions, including routine inspections, repairs, on-wing support, spare parts management, and predictive health monitoring. These services help minimize unplanned downtime, extend engine lifespan, improve fuel efficiency, and reduce overall operational costs compared to traditional reactive maintenance. For example, in March 2024, Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp., a Canada-based aerospace manufacturer, signed an engine services agreement with India’s FLY91, offering a full suite of maintenance, repair, and overhaul solutions for its engines. The agreement includes on-wing support, spare engine solutions, and digital health monitoring, enabling operators to anticipate engine issues, reduce unscheduled downtime, and prolong engine life. These services are supported by advanced analytics and a global repair network, ensuring faster response times and enhanced operational efficiency for commercial airlines.

In February 2023, Air India Limited, an India-based airline, partnered with GE Aerospace to equip its fleet with advanced jet engines. Through this partnership, Air India Limited and GE Aerospace aim to expand the airline’s fleet with fuel-efficient engines, enhance operational performance and reliability, reduce environmental impact through lower emissions, and strengthen Air India’s standing as a world-class, technology-driven airline. GE Aerospace is a U.S.-based aerospace company specializing in the design, manufacture, and servicing of commercial and military aircraft engines and related systems.

Major companies operating in the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market are GE Aviation LLC, GKN Aerospace Services Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., MTU Aero Engines AG, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, International Aero Engines AG, Engine Alliance LLC, CFM International Inc., Powerjet Plastic Machinery CO. LTD., Pratt and Whitney Co., Safran S.A., Williams International Co. LLC, EuroJet Turbo GmbH, Textron Inc., Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries Co.Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Ansaldo Energia SpA, MAPNA Group, Caterpillar Inc., UEC NPO Saturn, Rotax Aircraft Engines, PBS Group, Teledyne Continental Motors, Spirit AeroSystems, Magellan Aerospace.

Asia-pacific was the fastest growing region in the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market in 2025. The regions covered in the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The commercial aircraft gas turbine engine market consists of sales of heavy-frame engines, aero-derivative engines, combustion chamber, turbine and open-cycle gas turbine engines. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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