Aerostructures Market Report 2026

The aerostructures market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $64.64 billion in 2025 to $69.69 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in commercial and military aircraft production increasing demand for primary airframe structures, rising use of lightweight aluminum and titanium alloys to improve aircraft performance, expansion of outsourced aerostructure manufacturing by major aerospace oems, development of high-strength steel components to enhance structural durability, increasing integration of advanced aerostructure designs to support improved aerodynamics.

The aerostructures market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $90.67 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to anticipated surge in next-generation aircraft platforms requiring more complex aerostructure assemblies, growing adoption of hybrid material aerostructures combining metals and composites, increasing investments in automated manufacturing technologies for airframe production, expansion of global fleet renewal driving demand for new fuselage and wing structures, rising emphasis on fuel-efficient aircraft boosting demand for lightweight aerostructure solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of advanced aerostructure materials such as titanium and high-strength alloys, growing demand for modular airframe designs to support faster assembly cycles, rising use of composite aerostructures for weight reduction and fuel efficiency, expanding development of next-generation wing and fuselage architectures, advancements in precision forming, machining, and automated fabrication techniques.

The increasing aircraft modernization programs are expected to drive the aerostructures market. Aircraft modernization refers to the process of upgrading and updating an aircraft’s components, systems, and technology to enhance its overall performance, safety, efficiency, and capabilities. Aerostructures used in aircraft modernization programs are critical for achieving program objectives, whether extending the aircraft’s lifespan, improving performance, or making it more environmentally friendly. For instance, in June 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense, a US-based federal executive department, announced a major modernization plan for tactical aircraft stationed in Japan, involving an investment of over $10 billion. This initiative aims to strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance and bolster regional deterrence amid rising tensions in the Indo-Pacific region. The Air Force will replace 48 F-15C/D fighter jets with 36 F-15EX jets. Therefore, the increasing aircraft modernization programs are driving the aerostructures market.

Major companies operating in the aerostructures market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as advanced composite airframes, to enhance aircraft performance, reduce weight, and improve fuel efficiency. Advanced composite airframes are aircraft structures made from lightweight, high-strength materials like carbon fiber-reinforced polymers, which reduce overall weight, improve fuel efficiency, increase payload capacity, and enhance corrosion resistance. For instance, in August 2025, Vertical Aerospace Ltd., a UK-based aerospace and technology company, partnered with Aciturri Aerostructures S.A., a Spain-based aerostructures manufacturer, to supply and produce the complete airframe for its VX4 eVTOL aircraft, including wings, fuselage, and empennage. The collaboration focuses on integrating lightweight composite materials and advanced structural design to boost performance, reduce weight, and enable efficient, scalable production. The VX4 airframe is engineered for electric flight, emphasizing structural durability, aerodynamic efficiency, and seamless integration with electric propulsion systems, which minimizes emissions and noise while accelerating assembly time and lowering operational costs compared to traditional aircraft frameworks.

In April 2025, Avem Partners, a US-based private equity firm, acquired FMI Aerostructures Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Avem Partners aims to revitalize FMI Aerostructures by leveraging its industry expertise and financial resources to strengthen customer relationships, enhance manufacturing processes, restore operational excellence, and position the company for long-term growth and success in the aerospace market. FMI Aerostructures Inc. is a US-based aerospace and defense company that provides aerostructures.

Major companies operating in the aerostructures market are Spirit AeroSystems, Saab AB, Triumph Group Inc., Leonardo SpA, Elbit Systems Ltd., Airbus S.A.S., The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, BAE Systems plc, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Safran S.A., Bombardier Inc., Embraer S.A., General Dynamics Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., GKN Aerospace Ltd., FACC AG, RUAG Group, Collins Aerospace Ltd., Dassault Aviation S.A., Meggitt PLC, Premium AEROTEC GmbH, Belge de Constructions Aéronautiques SA, Aero Vodochody AEROSPACE a.s., Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd., Aviation Industry Corporation of China.

North America was the largest region in the aerostructures market in 2025, and it is also expected to be the fastest-growing region in the aerostructures market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the aerostructures 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 on aerospace-grade alloys, composite fibers, machining components, and specialized structural materials have increased production costs and extended lead times in the aerostructures market, particularly affecting fuselage, wing, and nacelle manufacturing in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. These tariffs disrupt supply chains for titanium alloys and high-strength aluminum used heavily in fixed-wing and military platforms, challenging OEM and aftermarket segments. However, tariffs also promote local material production, stimulate regionalized supply networks, and encourage investment in new composite technologies that reduce reliance on imported metals.

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Aerostructures encompass subsystems or components integral to an aircraft's airframe, comprising the entire fuselage, wings, and flight control surfaces. These components play a pivotal role in the design, development, and assembly of an airplane.

The main types of components within aerostructures include the fuselage, empennage, flight control surfaces, wings, nose, nacelle and pylon, doors, and skid. The fuselage, a long hollow tube, serves as the structural backbone holding all the elements of an airplane together. Materials employed in aerostructures include composites, alloys and superalloys, as well as various metals. These aerostructures find applications across different platforms, including fixed-wing aircraft, rotary-wing aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and advanced air mobility solutions. End-users encompass original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket services.

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

The aerostructures market consists of sales of aerostructures' products such as titanium alloys, aluminum alloys and high-strength steels. 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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