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Tanker Aircrafts - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 173 Pages
  • July 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 6106959
The global market for Tanker Aircrafts was estimated at US$94.5 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$128.4 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions. The report includes the most recent global tariff developments and how they impact the Tanker Aircrafts market.

Global Tanker Aircrafts Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Tanker aircrafts are emerging as critical assets in modern aerial logistics and defense strategy, thanks to their role in force projection, long-range mobility, and operational autonomy. Tanker aircrafts-designed to refuel other planes mid-air-are indispensable in military operations, humanitarian missions, and transcontinental deployments. With evolving global security dynamics, the importance of aerial refueling has grown significantly, enabling air forces to conduct longer missions, reduce landing requirements, and extend the endurance of fighter jets, surveillance aircraft, and strategic bombers. This capability is now seen as a force multiplier by advanced and emerging military powers alike. Modern tanker aircrafts such as multirole tankers are evolving beyond single-function refueling platforms. They`re increasingly equipped with cargo transport capabilities, medical evacuation systems, and intelligence-gathering modules, which enhances their value across multiple defense scenarios. NATO allies, Asia-Pacific nations, and Gulf countries are investing heavily in fleet upgrades or new acquisitions, with preference shifting from legacy aircraft to next-generation models offering digital avionics, modular configurations, and automated boom systems.

What Innovations Are Elevating the Strategic Role of Tanker Aircrafts?

Technological advancements are dramatically transforming the performance, efficiency, and operational reach of tanker aircrafts. One of the major shifts is the transition from older, fuel-hungry platforms to fuel-efficient, multirole tanker-transport aircraft based on commercial airliners. Examples include new-generation tankers with fly-by-wire refueling systems, adaptive air-to-air boom configurations, and reduced crew requirements through automation. These upgrades enable quicker refueling, minimize risk, and allow multiple aircraft types-including UAVs-to be serviced in-flight. The use of satellite connectivity and real-time data integration is also enhancing mission coordination and situational awareness. Smart refueling systems with artificial intelligence are now being piloted to manage dynamic flight conditions and optimize refueling paths. Meanwhile, stealth-compatible tankers are under research to support fifth-generation fighters like the F-35, which require low-detectability support systems. The growing integration of unmanned or optionally piloted aerial refueling systems reflects the next frontier in tanker operations, providing a strategic edge in denied or high-risk airspaces where human crews face limitations.

The Growth in the Tanker Aircrafts Market Is Driven by Several Factors

The growth in the tanker aircrafts market is driven by several factors including technological transformation, evolving defense doctrines, and global strategic mobility needs. First, rising geopolitical tensions and expanded defense budgets in regions such as Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe have increased demand for aerial refueling capability to support force projection. Secondly, multirole usage of tanker aircrafts is gaining favor among militaries seeking operational flexibility and reduced lifecycle costs. These aircraft are no longer just refueling assets but also function as cargo carriers, medevac platforms, and command centers, which adds value for both peacetime and conflict operations. On the technology front, fuel-efficient engines, composite airframes, and modular interiors are enabling tankers to be deployed more cost-effectively over longer ranges. Furthermore, end-users are increasingly demanding interoperability with existing NATO or allied fleet standards, which is driving procurement of common platforms that support coalition operations. The increased development of drones and unmanned combat aircraft also boosts demand for autonomous refueling systems, propelling innovation in both manned and unmanned tanker variants. All these drivers are consolidating tanker aircrafts as strategic assets in a globally interconnected air warfare and logistics ecosystem.

Scope Of Study:

The report analyzes the Tanker Aircrafts market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments: Type (Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft, UAV Tanker Aircraft)

Geographic Regions/Countries: World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft segment, which is expected to reach US$76.6 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 4.2%. The Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft segment is also set to grow at 7.1% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, estimated at $25.7 Billion in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 8.1% CAGR to reach $25.4 Billion by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Tanker Aircrafts Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Tanker Aircrafts Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Tanker Aircrafts Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of players such as Airbus SE, BAE Systems plc, Boeing Company, Cobham Limited, Eaton Corporation and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Some of the 32 companies featured in this Tanker Aircrafts market report include:

  • Airbus SE
  • BAE Systems plc
  • Boeing Company
  • Cobham Limited
  • Eaton Corporation
  • Embraer (KC-390 MRTT)
  • General Electric Company
  • Ilyushin (Russian IL-78)
  • Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group
  • Northrop Grumman Corporation
  • Omega Aerial Refueling Services Inc.
  • Rolls-Royce (duplicate listed above)
  • Rolls-Royce Plc (Engines for tankers)
  • Rostec / United Aircraft Corporation
  • Safran SA (refueling systems)
  • Serco Group plc (support services)
  • Thales Group (UK)
  • Woodward, Inc. (systems & components)

This edition integrates the latest global trade and economic shifts as of June 2025 into comprehensive market analysis. Key updates include:

  • Tariff and Trade Impact: Insights into global tariff negotiations across 180+ countries, with analysis of supply chain turbulence, sourcing disruptions, and geographic realignment. Special focus on 2025 as a pivotal year for trade tensions, including updated perspectives on the Trump-era tariffs.
  • Adjusted Forecasts and Analytics: Revised global and regional market forecasts through 2030, incorporating tariff effects, economic uncertainty, and structural changes in globalization. Includes segmentation by product, technology, type, material, distribution channel, application, and end-use, with historical analysis since 2015.
  • Strategic Market Dynamics: Evaluation of revised market prospects, regional outlooks, and key economic indicators such as population and urbanization trends.
  • Innovation & Technology Trends: Latest developments in product and process innovation, emerging technologies, and key industry drivers shaping the competitive landscape.
  • Competitive Intelligence: Updated global market share estimates for 2025, competitive positioning of major players (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial), and refined focus on leading global brands and core players.
  • Expert Insight & Commentary: Strategic analysis from economists, trade experts, and domain specialists to contextualize market shifts and identify emerging opportunities.
  • Complimentary Update: Buyers receive a free July 2025 update with finalized tariff impacts, new trade agreement effects, revised projections, and expanded country-level coverage.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • Tariff Impact on Global Supply Chain Patterns
  • Tanker Aircrafts - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Rising Military and Defense Spending Drives Acquisition of Aerial Refueling Capabilities
  • Increased Demand for Extended-Range Missions Spurs Deployment of Tanker Aircraft Fleets
  • Modernization of Air Forces Worldwide Accelerates Replacement of Legacy Tankers
  • Growth in Multirole Tanker Platforms Enhances Operational Flexibility in Defense Missions
  • Adoption of Boom and Probe Refueling Systems Supports Interoperability Across Aircraft Types
  • Use of Tankers in Strategic Airlift and Humanitarian Missions Expands Mission Profiles
  • Technological Advancements in Fuel Management Systems Improve Operational Efficiency
  • Demand for High-Capacity Refueling Aircraft Supports Development of Widebody Tanker Variants
  • Integration With Next-Gen Fighter Jets Requires Tankers With Stealth Compatibility
  • Rise in Joint Military Exercises and Coalition Operations Increases Multinational Tanker Demand
  • Expansion of In-Flight Connectivity and Surveillance Systems Strengthens Tactical Utility
  • Fleet Expansion in Asia and Middle East Reflects Regional Power Projection Strategies
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • TABLE 1: World Tanker Aircrafts Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
  • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 3: World Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 4: World 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 6: World Historic Review for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 7: World 16-Year Perspective for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 9: World Historic Review for Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 10: World 16-Year Perspective for Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for UAV Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 12: World Historic Review for UAV Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 13: World 16-Year Perspective for UAV Tanker Aircraft by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 14: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 15: USA Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 16: USA 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
CANADA
  • TABLE 17: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 18: Canada Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 19: Canada 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
JAPAN
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 20: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 21: Japan Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 22: Japan 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
CHINA
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 23: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 24: China Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 25: China 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
EUROPE
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 26: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 27: Europe Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 28: Europe 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 29: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 30: Europe Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 31: Europe 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
FRANCE
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 32: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 33: France Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 34: France 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
GERMANY
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 35: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 36: Germany Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 37: Germany 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
ITALY
  • TABLE 38: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 39: Italy Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 40: Italy 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 41: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 42: UK Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 43: UK 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
SPAIN
  • TABLE 44: Spain Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 45: Spain Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 46: Spain 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
RUSSIA
  • TABLE 47: Russia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 48: Russia Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 49: Russia 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
REST OF EUROPE
  • TABLE 50: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 51: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 52: Rest of Europe 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 53: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 54: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 55: Asia-Pacific 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 56: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 57: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 58: Asia-Pacific 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
AUSTRALIA
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 59: Australia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 60: Australia Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 61: Australia 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
INDIA
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 62: India Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 63: India Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 64: India 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
SOUTH KOREA
  • TABLE 65: South Korea Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 66: South Korea Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 67: South Korea 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
  • TABLE 68: Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 69: Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 70: Rest of Asia-Pacific 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
LATIN AMERICA
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 71: Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 72: Latin America Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 73: Latin America 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 74: Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 75: Latin America Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 76: Latin America 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
ARGENTINA
  • TABLE 77: Argentina Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 78: Argentina Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 79: Argentina 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
BRAZIL
  • TABLE 80: Brazil Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 81: Brazil Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 82: Brazil 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
MEXICO
  • TABLE 83: Mexico Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 84: Mexico Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 85: Mexico 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
REST OF LATIN AMERICA
  • TABLE 86: Rest of Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 87: Rest of Latin America Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 88: Rest of Latin America 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
MIDDLE EAST
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 89: Middle East Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Rest of Middle East Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 90: Middle East Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Rest of Middle East Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 91: Middle East 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Rest of Middle East Markets for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 92: Middle East Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 93: Middle East Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 94: Middle East 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
IRAN
  • TABLE 95: Iran Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 96: Iran Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 97: Iran 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
ISRAEL
  • TABLE 98: Israel Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 99: Israel Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 100: Israel 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
SAUDI ARABIA
  • TABLE 101: Saudi Arabia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 102: Saudi Arabia Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 103: Saudi Arabia 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
  • TABLE 104: UAE Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 105: UAE Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 106: UAE 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
REST OF MIDDLE EAST
  • TABLE 107: Rest of Middle East Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 108: Rest of Middle East Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 109: Rest of Middle East 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
AFRICA
  • Tanker Aircrafts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 110: Africa Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 111: Africa Historic Review for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 112: Africa 16-Year Perspective for Tanker Aircrafts by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Fixed-Wing Tanker Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Tanker Aircraft and UAV Tanker Aircraft for the Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Airbus SE
  • BAE Systems plc
  • Boeing Company
  • Cobham Limited
  • Eaton Corporation
  • Embraer (KC-390 MRTT)
  • General Electric Company
  • Ilyushin (Russian IL-78)
  • Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group
  • Northrop Grumman Corporation
  • Omega Aerial Refueling Services Inc.
  • Rolls-Royce (duplicate listed above)
  • Rolls-Royce Plc (Engines for tankers)
  • Rostec / United Aircraft Corporation
  • Safran SA (refueling systems)
  • Serco Group plc (support services)
  • Thales Group (UK)
  • Woodward, Inc. (systems & components)

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