Military Parachute Market Report 2026

The military parachute market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.51 billion in 2025 to $1.6 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased frequency of airborne training exercises driving demand for troop parachutes, rising deployment of cargo parachutes supporting logistical resupply missions, growth in extraction parachute usage for rapid retrieval of equipment and personnel, advancements in deceleration parachutes improving aircraft landing safety in combat zones, expansion of airborne special operations boosting procurement of high-performance parachute systems.

The military parachute market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.09 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to development of lightweight and high-durability materials enhancing parachute reliability and load capacity, rising integration of automated and precision airdrop technologies improving mission accuracy, increasing investment in next-generation airborne forces driving sustained parachute procurement, growth in multinational military exercises expanding demand for versatile parachute solutions, advancement in aerodynamic design improving stability and safety across varied operational environments. Major trends in the forecast period include lightweight and high-strength materials integration, enhanced parachute deployment safety systems, modular and multi-purpose parachute designs, rapid production and customization capabilities, integration of sensor and tracking technologies.

Rising military expenditure is anticipated to drive the growth of the military parachute market in the coming years. Military expenditure refers to the funds allocated for weapons, weapons systems, operations, maintenance, personnel, and other specialized military equipment. Increased government spending on the military supports the development of various defense components, including military parachutes. For example, in April 2024, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, a Sweden-based international institute, reported that global military spending reached approximately $2.29 trillion in 2022, rising to $2.44 trillion in 2023, representing a 6.8% year-over-year increase. Therefore, the growing military expenditure is propelling the military parachute market.

Advancements in parachute technology are fueling growth in the military parachute market. Key companies in this sector are embracing innovative solutions to maintain their competitive edge. For example, in December 2023, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) announced the first operational deployment of its new Guided Supply parachute system during combat operations in Gaza. This system is designed for precise airdrop delivery, significantly improving the accuracy of supplies reaching ground forces. According to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), the Guided Supply system incorporates advanced navigational capabilities, akin to the U.S.-made Joint Precision Airdrop System (JPADS). It allows for supplies to be dropped from high altitudes and glide up to 25 kilometers toward designated drop zones, keeping aircraft safely beyond enemy reach. The system was utilized to deliver seven tons of water to soldiers in Khan Yunis, a city facing intense conflict. This deployment underscores the logistical challenges the IAF encounters when resupplying troops in urban combat zones where ground transportation options are limited or nonexistent.

In November 2023, SpaceX, a US-based aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services provider, acquired Pioneer Aerospace for $2.2 million. Through this acquisition, SpaceX aims to internalize parachute manufacturing to improve production control, reliability, and vertical integration for its crewed and cargo missions. Pioneer Aerospace is a Connecticut-based producer of drogue and recovery parachutes, supplying essential components for spacecraft such as the Dragon capsules.

Major companies operating in the military parachute market are Airborne Systems Inc., Butler Parachute Systems Group, CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas S.A., FXC Corporation, Mills Manufacturing Corporation, SPEKON Company, Magam Safety Ltd., VITAL Parachute Inc., Atair Aerospace Inc., Avic Hongguang Airborne Equipment Co. Ltd., BAE Systems Plc., Ballenger International LLC, Global SDN BHD, Safran SA, Zodiac Aerospace SAS, Complete Parachute Solutions Inc., Fujikura Parachute Co Ltd., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Parachute Systems, Transdigm Group Inc., Precision Aerodynamics Inc., Aerial Delivery Solutions LLC, NH Global Sdn. Bhd., Tactical Parachute Delivery Systems, Ozone Paragliders LTD.

North America was the largest region in the military parachute market in 2025.Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global military parachute market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the military parachute market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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 influenced the military parachute market by increasing production costs for parachute materials, components, and high-precision hardware, causing supply chain delays and regional price disparities. Personnel and cargo parachute segments are most affected, particularly in Asia-Pacific regions such as China and India, which supply key manufacturing components. Protective tariffs may benefit local manufacturers by encouraging domestic production and investment in advanced parachute technologies.

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A military parachute is a parachute designed for individual, group, and mass jumps from military aircraft and helicopters, including combat and training jumps. In these jumps, individuals exit the aircraft, often holding onto a "static line" attached to the aircraft, and wait for the parachute canopy to open automatically.

The main types of military parachutes include round-type parachutes, cruciform parachutes, ribbons, ring or annular parachutes, and ram air parachutes. Round-type parachutes are circular and find applications in military, emergency, and freight scenarios. They consist of components such as the canopy, cords, tapes or webbings, and metal elements. These parachutes are utilized in various applications, including personnel parachutes and cargo parachutes.

The countries covered in the military parachute market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The military parachute market consists of sales of parachutes for airborne troops, cargo, extraction, and deceleration. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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