Turboprop Aircraft Market Report 2026

The turboprop aircraft market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.5 billion in 2025 to $5.86 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early development of gas turbine engines for propeller-driven aircraft, advancements in turboprop airplane design for regional transport, government and military funding for turboprop aircraft programs, integration of avionics systems in early turboprop models, initial adoption of MRO services for turboprop fleets.

The turboprop aircraft market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.41 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for fuel-efficient regional and short-haul turboprop aircraft, expansion of global turboprop leasing and MRO services, development of next-generation turboprop engines and propellers, adoption of advanced avionics and aircraft systems for operational efficiency, increased collaboration between manufacturers and airlines for modern turboprop fleet deployment. Major trends in the forecast period include increased demand for fuel-efficient regional aircraft, growth in military and special mission turboprop applications, expansion of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (mro) services, integration of advanced avionics and navigation systems, rising demand for cargo and medical evacuation turboprops.

The growth of the turboprop aircraft market is expected to be driven by the rise in regional air travel. Air travel involves transporting passengers or goods by aircraft over varying distances. This increase is attributed to higher disposable incomes, allowing more people, particularly in countries like India, China, and Southeast Asia, to afford air travel, which was previously considered a luxury. Turboprop aircraft play a key role by offering fuel-efficient and cost-effective options for short to medium-haul flights, operating from shorter runways, and improving regional connectivity by serving remote and less accessible areas. For example, in January 2024, the International Trade Administration, a US government agency, reported that US international air traffic passengers reached 20.468 million, marking a 13.5% increase compared to January 2023. Hence, the surge in regional air travel is supporting the expansion of the turboprop aircraft market.

Companies in the turboprop aircraft sector are concentrating on developing rear fuselage assemblies to improve structural efficiency and overall performance. The rear fuselage assembly is the back section of the aircraft that supports the tail and contains essential systems such as the auxiliary power unit and control linkages. For instance, in April 2025, Dynamatic Technologies Limited, an aerostructures manufacturer based in India, collaborated with Deutsche Aircraft, a German regional aircraft OEM focused on sustainable aviation, to launch the rear fuselage assembly line for the 40-seat D328eco turboprop at Dynamatic’s aerospace facility in Bangalore. This aircraft features advanced design elements tailored for efficient and sustainable regional air travel, including short takeoff and landing (STOL) capability for operations on short and remote runways. It performs well in hot-and-high environments and supports sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) while incorporating noise and emission reduction technologies.

In June 2025, Helsing SE, a defense company based in Germany, acquired Grob Aircraft SE for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Helsing plans to combine Grob’s advanced G120TP training aircraft with its AI-driven military technologies to create next-generation reconnaissance and combat aircraft, enhancing pilot training and operational effectiveness. Grob Aircraft SE is a German aerospace company specializing in turboprop aircraft.

Major companies operating in the turboprop aircraft market are Lockheed Martin Corporation, Airbus SE, Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), Honeywell International Inc., Safran S.A., Textron Aviation Inc., Xi'an Aircraft Industrial Corporation, Viking Air Limited, GippsAero Pty Ltd, Embraer S.A., ATR, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, Beechcraft Corporation, Daher Group, Piper Aircraft Inc., Helsing GmbH., De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited, GECI International S.A., Cessna Aircraft Company, Mahindra Aerospace Pvt Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the turboprop aircraft market in 2025. The regions covered in the turboprop aircraft 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 introduced both challenges and opportunities in the turboprop aircraft market by disrupting supply chains and increasing costs for critical components such as engines, avionics, and aerostructures. These impacts have been most pronounced in manufacturing hubs in Asia-Pacific and regions relying heavily on imported parts. While tariffs have raised production costs and caused delays, they have also encouraged some manufacturers to diversify sourcing, invest in local production, and accelerate innovation to optimize costs and improve supply chain resilience, ultimately benefiting regional aircraft producers and MRO service providers.

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Turboprop aircraft are a category of planes powered by gas turbine engines that drive propellers. These aircraft use gas turbine engines to generate thrust efficiently, making them well-suited for short to medium-haul flights, particularly in regional transportation and military missions where fuel economy and short takeoff capabilities are important.

The main engine types found in turboprop aircraft include single-engine, twin-engine, and multi-engine configurations. Single-engine turboprops, which have one engine, offer simplicity and cost-effectiveness and are commonly used in general aviation and pilot training. These aircraft may be powered by various propulsion systems such as the PT6 or PW100 engines and consist of components like aerostructures, avionics, engines, and landing gears. They serve multiple roles including passenger and cargo transport, aerial surveillance and reconnaissance, and medical evacuation. Typical users include commercial airlines, military forces, and general aviation operators.

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

The turboprop aircraft market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as manufacturing, leasing, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) of turboprop aircraft. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The turboprop aircraft market also includes sales of turboprop airplanes, turboprop engines, propellers, avionics systems, and aircraft spare parts and components. 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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