Large Aircraft Braking System Market Report 2026

The large aircraft braking system market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.75 billion in 2025 to $2.92 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to development of advanced wheel and brake assemblies for large aircraft, adoption of brake energy absorbers to manage landing forces, growth in commercial and military aviation fleets driving braking system demand, technological advancements in brake cooling and heat dissipation systems, implementation of safety regulations requiring reliable aircraft braking performance.

The large aircraft braking system market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.73 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for lightweight and high-performance braking systems, advancements in composite and carbon-based brake materials, growth in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for aircraft braking systems, integration of AI and sensor-based brake wear monitoring, increasing investment in braking systems for next-generation large aircraft and e-planes. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in carbon-composite braking materials, increasing demand for brake cooling efficiency in large aircraft, growth in aftermarket mro services for braking components, rising adoption of electromechanical braking technology, enhanced safety standards and regulatory compliance initiatives.

The rising demand for commercial aircraft operations is expected to drive the growth of the large aircraft braking system market. Commercial aircraft operations involve the transportation of passengers and cargo, covering flight scheduling, aircraft maintenance, and compliance with aviation safety standards. This growth is fueled by increasing air travel for both business and leisure. Large aircraft braking systems are critical for ensuring safe and efficient deceleration during landing, enabling aircraft to slow down rapidly and come to a complete stop within runway limits, thereby preventing accidents and supporting smooth operations. For example, in March 2024, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), global air cargo volumes rose by 18.4% compared to January 2023, while European airlines saw a 16.4% increase in air cargo volumes over the same period. Hence, growing commercial aircraft operations are driving the expansion of the large aircraft braking system market.

Major companies in this market are leveraging strategic partnerships to foster innovation, optimize production, and expand international reach. Strategic partnerships involve collaborative alliances where organizations share expertise, resources, or capabilities to achieve mutual benefits. For instance, in April 2025, Spirit Airlines, a US-based ultra-low-cost carrier, renewed its partnership with Safran Landing Systems, a France-based manufacturer of aircraft landing gear, wheels, and braking systems, to equip its Airbus A320 fleet with advanced carbon brakes. These brakes incorporate brake-by-wire technology, offering improved performance, reduced weight, and extended brake life. The collaboration supports Spirit Airlines’ operational efficiency and sustainability efforts by lowering carbon emissions and maintenance costs, while reinforcing eco-friendly aviation practices.

In April 2025, GA Telesis, a US-based commercial aviation company, acquired AAR CORP.’s Landing Gear Overhaul and Wheels & Brakes businesses for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition strengthens GA Telesis’ maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities for a broad range of commercial and military aircraft, including Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, and Embraer models. It also expands the company’s wheel and brake services and incorporates High-Velocity Oxy-Fuel (HVOF) coating technology, solidifying GA Telesis’ position as the largest independent landing gear MRO provider in the Americas. AAR CORP is a US-based aerospace and defense company.

Major companies operating in the large aircraft braking system market are Boeing Company, Honeywell International Inc., Safran S.A., Thales Group, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Lufthansa Technik AG, Moog Inc., Meggitt PLC, AAR Corp., Crane Aerospace & Electronics, Triumph Group Inc., Kaman Corporation, Sumitomo Precision Products Co. Ltd., Farinia Group, HYDRO SYSTEMS GmbH & Co. KG, NMG Aerospace, Liebherr-International AG, NASCO Aircraft Brake Inc., UTC Aerospace Systems, MATCO Manufacturing Inc.

North America was the largest region in the large aircraft braking system market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the large aircraft braking system 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 are influencing the large aircraft braking system market by increasing the cost of raw materials such as carbon composites, precision hydraulic components, and electronic braking modules sourced globally. These tariff-driven price hikes have particularly affected commercial aircraft manufacturing hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific where global supply chains are critical. The aftermarket and carbon-brake segments are among the most impacted due to specialized imports. However, tariffs have also encouraged domestic material sourcing and localized production, stimulating investment in regional aerospace supply capabilities.

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A large aircraft braking system is composed of a range of advanced components and technologies designed to reduce speed, stop, or maintain an aircraft’s position after landing, during taxiing, or in emergency situations. This system is engineered to withstand the immense forces involved in decelerating an aircraft, ensuring safety, stability, and reliability across various operational conditions.

The key components of the large aircraft braking system include brake control systems, brake actuators, brake discs, brake pads, and anti-skid control systems. Brake control systems are responsible for managing and optimizing braking performance, ensuring safety and stability. These systems utilize various technologies, such as hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical brakes. They are divided into categories based on the type of braking, including carbon and steel brakes, and are used in various aircraft types, including commercial, military, and business jets. The market serves both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket.

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

The large aircraft braking system market consists of sales of brake energy absorbers, wheel and brake assemblies, brake cooling systems and brake wear indicators. 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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