Hybrid Electric Aircrafts Market Report 2026

The hybrid electric aircrafts market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $2.2 billion in 2025 to $2.75 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early research and development in hybrid-electric propulsion technologies, advancements in battery and electric motor efficiency, regulatory emphasis on reducing aircraft emissions, initial adoption of hybrid systems in small aircraft, growth in maintenance and retrofit services for hybrid-electric systems.

The hybrid electric aircrafts market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.74 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for fuel-efficient and low-emission aircraft, development of next-generation electric propulsion and power management systems, expansion of hybrid-electric retrofit solutions for existing fleets, integration of advanced flight control systems for optimized performance, growth in pilot training and certification programs for hybrid-electric aircraft operations. Major trends in the forecast period include hybrid propulsion system adoption in regional and urban air mobility, integration of lightweight materials for energy efficiency, expansion of retrofit and upgrade services for existing aircraft, growth in pilot and maintenance training for hybrid-electric systems, development of modular electric propulsion kits.

The increasing air traffic is expected to drive the growth of the hybrid-electric aircraft market in the coming years. As economic growth and rising incomes boost consumer spending on travel, the demand for air transportation continues to rise. Furthermore, the expansion of international tourism and the availability of affordable airfare contribute to increased passenger numbers and air traffic. Hybrid-electric aircraft can alleviate some of this traffic by minimizing emissions and noise, leading to more efficient and eco-friendly operations at busy airports. For instance, a report released in February 2024 by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a Canada-based trade organization, noted that global air traffic grew by 36.9% in 2023 compared to 2022. Thus, the rising air traffic is set to propel growth in the hybrid-electric aircraft sector.

Leading companies in the hybrid electric aircraft market are focusing on developing innovative solutions such as hybrid-electric powertrains to lower emissions, increase fuel efficiency, and enhance overall aircraft performance. A hybrid-electric powertrain integrates a traditional combustion engine with an electric motor, enabling aircraft to reduce fuel use, decrease emissions, and access additional power during takeoff or climb. A hybrid-electric propulsion system refers to an aircraft power configuration that combines an internal combustion engine with an electric motor to improve efficiency, boost performance, and minimize environmental impact. For example, in June 2025, VoltAero SAS, a France-based aerospace company, introduced the HPU 210, a hybrid-electric powertrain aimed at bringing proven hybrid propulsion technology to homebuilt, kit-built, and very light aircraft. The HPU 210 merges a high-performance Kawasaki H2SX thermal engine with a 60-kW electric motor, delivering a “push-to-perform” boost that increases power by 40%, allowing for shorter takeoff distances, better obstacle clearance, and higher cruise speeds. Operated with a single throttle, the system runs efficiently on aviation gasoline, biofuels, or standard automotive fuel, providing cost savings and reducing environmental impact. VoltAero SAS plans to manufacture the HPU 210 at its Rochefort Airport facility in France, with deliveries expected to start in late 2026.

In March 2024, Ampaire Inc., a U.S.-based aircraft manufacturer, acquired Magpie Aviation Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is aimed at strengthening Ampaire’s position in the hybrid-electric aircraft market by integrating Magpie’s advanced propulsion technologies. This strategic move is designed to accelerate the development of Ampaire’s hybrid-electric aircraft, improve operational efficiency, lower emissions, and enhance its competitive position in the evolving aviation sector. Magpie Aviation Inc. specializes in hybrid-electric aircraft propulsion technologies.

Major companies operating in the hybrid electric aircrafts market are Siemens AG, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Airbus SE, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Honeywell Aerospace, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Safran S.A., Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., Embraer S.A., GKN Aerospace Services Limited, Daher, Aurora Flight Sciences, Heart Aerospace AB, Aura Aero S.A.S., MagniX International, Dufour Aerospace AG, Manta Aircraft Inc., Airspace Experience Technologies Inc., Zunum Aero Inc., Ampaire Inc., Elroy Air Inc., Electra Aero Inc.

North America was the largest region in the hybrid electric aircrafts market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the hybrid electric aircrafts 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 affected the hybrid-electric aircraft market by increasing the cost of imported components such as batteries, electric motors, and avionics, leading to higher production costs for manufacturers. Regions heavily reliant on imports, such as Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America, are most affected, particularly in the components and retrofit kit segments. While tariffs pose challenges, they also incentivize local production, encourage domestic innovation in hybrid-electric propulsion systems, and support regional supply chain development, creating opportunities for market players to optimize cost and efficiency.

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A hybrid-electric aircraft integrates conventional fuel-powered propulsion, typically utilizing combustion engines, with electric propulsion systems. By employing both electric motors and traditional engines, these aircraft aim to decrease fuel usage, lower emissions, and minimize noise, while enhancing overall energy efficiency.

The primary categories of hybrid electric aircraft encompass regional transport aircraft, business jets, light aircraft, and advanced air mobility. Regional transport aircraft are engineered for short to medium-haul routes, usually accommodating 50 to 150 passengers, and serve regional networks by linking smaller airports and hubs. Their components consist of aerostructures, engines, avionics, electric motors, batteries, fuel cells, and generators, which are often integrated with various lift technologies such as conventional take-off and landing (CTOL), short take-off and landing (STOL), and vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). These aircraft can operate in both piloted and automated modes for applications in commercial and military sectors.

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

The hybrid electric aircraft market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as aircraft design and development, maintenance and repair services, flight testing and certification, pilot training programs, and retrofit and upgrade services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The hybrid electric aircraft market also includes sales of electric propulsion systems, power management and distribution systems, flight control systems, and hybrid-electric retrofit kits. 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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