The used aircraft market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $32.55 billion in 2025 to $35 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for lower aircraft acquisition costs, growing fleet replacement requirements, rising adoption of pre-owned aircraft by cost-conscious operators, increasing availability of certified used aircraft, growing demand for rapid fleet expansion.
The used aircraft market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $46.06 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expanding demand for affordable aircraft amid rising new aircraft prices, increasing aircraft leasing and resale activity, growing demand for refurbished aircraft with upgraded systems, rising fleet modernization and replacement programs, and increasing utilization of used aircraft for special mission operations. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for cost-effective pre-owned aircraft, growing adoption of certified used aircraft for faster fleet expansion, rising demand for aircraft refurbishment and modernization, increasing availability of aircraft through leasing and resale channels, and growing preference for extending aircraft operational lifespans.
The rising air passenger traffic is expected to propel the growth of the used aircraft market in the coming years. Air passenger traffic refers to the total number of passengers transported by airlines through domestic and international air services over a specific period and serves as a key indicator of air travel demand. Air passenger traffic is increasing due to higher disposable incomes, as more people can afford air travel for business and leisure. Rising air passenger traffic drives demand for used aircraft by increasing the need for cost-effective fleet expansion, prompting airlines to acquire pre-owned aircraft to quickly add capacity while reducing capital investment. For instance, in September 2024, according to Airports Council International, a Canada-based trade association, global passenger traffic climbed to 8.7 billion in 2023, marking a 30.6% increase compared to 2022. Therefore, the rising air passenger traffic is driving the growth of the used aircraft market.
Major companies operating in the used aircraft market are focusing on developing innovative solutions such as AI-powered digital aircraft marketplaces to improve transaction transparency, streamline aircraft valuation, and support data-driven buying and selling decisions. AI-powered digital aircraft marketplaces are online platforms that use artificial intelligence and real-time market data to facilitate aircraft valuation, comparison, buying, and selling. For instance, in September 2025, Aero Ventures LLC, a US-based private aviation advisory company, launched the Aero Ventures Marketplace, an AI-powered digital aircraft marketplace designed to facilitate the valuation, buying, and selling of preowned business jets. The platform offers benefits such as AI-powered instant aircraft valuations, verified aircraft histories, access to off-market listings, and ownership cost simulations. The launch aims to help customers make more informed aircraft transaction decisions while supporting greater transparency and digitalization in the used aircraft industry.
In January 2026, GlobalAir.com, a US-based provider of a comprehensive platform for buyers and sellers in the pre-owned aircraft marketplace, partnered with AERO Friedrichshafen to develop and manage a dedicated pre-owned aircraft area showcasing a curated selection of light jets, turboprops, and single-engine piston aircraft available for sale. Through this partnership, the companies aim to increase the visibility of available aircraft and strengthen engagement among buyers, sellers, brokers, and operators. AERO Friedrichshafen is a Germany-based international aviation trade show that provides an exhibition platform for the general aviation and business aviation industries.
Major companies operating in the used aircraft market are Jetcraft Corporation, Guardian Jet LLC, Global Jet Capital Inc, Duncan Aviation Inc, Boutsen Aviation SAM, JetAVIVA LLC, Asian Sky Group Limited, Aerolíneas Ejecutivas SA de CV, Lone Mountain Aircraft Sales LLC, Omni Aircraft Sales Inc, Leading Edge Aviation Solutions LLC, Aviation Sales International LLC, JBA Jets LLC, Coleman Jet Solutions LLC, Van Bortel Aircraft Inc, 777 Aircraft Sales LLC, Premier Aircraft Sales Inc, American Aircraft Sales Inc, Axiom Aviation Inc, Aircraft Executives Inc, Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales Inc.
North America was the dominant region in the used aircraft market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the rapidly growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the used aircraft market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the used aircraft market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
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The used aircraft market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $46.06 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expanding demand for affordable aircraft amid rising new aircraft prices, increasing aircraft leasing and resale activity, growing demand for refurbished aircraft with upgraded systems, rising fleet modernization and replacement programs, and increasing utilization of used aircraft for special mission operations. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for cost-effective pre-owned aircraft, growing adoption of certified used aircraft for faster fleet expansion, rising demand for aircraft refurbishment and modernization, increasing availability of aircraft through leasing and resale channels, and growing preference for extending aircraft operational lifespans.
The rising air passenger traffic is expected to propel the growth of the used aircraft market in the coming years. Air passenger traffic refers to the total number of passengers transported by airlines through domestic and international air services over a specific period and serves as a key indicator of air travel demand. Air passenger traffic is increasing due to higher disposable incomes, as more people can afford air travel for business and leisure. Rising air passenger traffic drives demand for used aircraft by increasing the need for cost-effective fleet expansion, prompting airlines to acquire pre-owned aircraft to quickly add capacity while reducing capital investment. For instance, in September 2024, according to Airports Council International, a Canada-based trade association, global passenger traffic climbed to 8.7 billion in 2023, marking a 30.6% increase compared to 2022. Therefore, the rising air passenger traffic is driving the growth of the used aircraft market.
Major companies operating in the used aircraft market are focusing on developing innovative solutions such as AI-powered digital aircraft marketplaces to improve transaction transparency, streamline aircraft valuation, and support data-driven buying and selling decisions. AI-powered digital aircraft marketplaces are online platforms that use artificial intelligence and real-time market data to facilitate aircraft valuation, comparison, buying, and selling. For instance, in September 2025, Aero Ventures LLC, a US-based private aviation advisory company, launched the Aero Ventures Marketplace, an AI-powered digital aircraft marketplace designed to facilitate the valuation, buying, and selling of preowned business jets. The platform offers benefits such as AI-powered instant aircraft valuations, verified aircraft histories, access to off-market listings, and ownership cost simulations. The launch aims to help customers make more informed aircraft transaction decisions while supporting greater transparency and digitalization in the used aircraft industry.
In January 2026, GlobalAir.com, a US-based provider of a comprehensive platform for buyers and sellers in the pre-owned aircraft marketplace, partnered with AERO Friedrichshafen to develop and manage a dedicated pre-owned aircraft area showcasing a curated selection of light jets, turboprops, and single-engine piston aircraft available for sale. Through this partnership, the companies aim to increase the visibility of available aircraft and strengthen engagement among buyers, sellers, brokers, and operators. AERO Friedrichshafen is a Germany-based international aviation trade show that provides an exhibition platform for the general aviation and business aviation industries.
Major companies operating in the used aircraft market are Jetcraft Corporation, Guardian Jet LLC, Global Jet Capital Inc, Duncan Aviation Inc, Boutsen Aviation SAM, JetAVIVA LLC, Asian Sky Group Limited, Aerolíneas Ejecutivas SA de CV, Lone Mountain Aircraft Sales LLC, Omni Aircraft Sales Inc, Leading Edge Aviation Solutions LLC, Aviation Sales International LLC, JBA Jets LLC, Coleman Jet Solutions LLC, Van Bortel Aircraft Inc, 777 Aircraft Sales LLC, Premier Aircraft Sales Inc, American Aircraft Sales Inc, Axiom Aviation Inc, Aircraft Executives Inc, Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales Inc.
North America was the dominant region in the used aircraft market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the rapidly growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the used aircraft market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the used aircraft market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Used Aircraft Market Characteristics
3. Used Aircraft Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Used Aircraft Market Trends And Strategies
5. Used Aircraft Market Analysis Of End Use Industries
7. Global Used Aircraft Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Used Aircraft Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Used Aircraft Market Segmentation
10. Used Aircraft Market Regional And Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Used Aircraft Market
12. China Used Aircraft Market
13. India Used Aircraft Market
14. Japan Used Aircraft Market
15. Australia Used Aircraft Market
16. Indonesia Used Aircraft Market
17. South Korea Used Aircraft Market
18. Taiwan Used Aircraft Market
19. South East Asia Used Aircraft Market
20. Western Europe Used Aircraft Market
21. UK Used Aircraft Market
22. Germany Used Aircraft Market
23. France Used Aircraft Market
24. Italy Used Aircraft Market
25. Spain Used Aircraft Market
26. Eastern Europe Used Aircraft Market
27. Russia Used Aircraft Market
28. North America Used Aircraft Market
29. USA Used Aircraft Market
30. Canada Used Aircraft Market
31. South America Used Aircraft Market
32. Brazil Used Aircraft Market
33. Middle East Used Aircraft Market
34. Africa Used Aircraft Market
36. Used Aircraft Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
37. Used Aircraft Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
41. Used Aircraft Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
42. Appendix
Executive Summary
Used Aircraft Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses used aircraft market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for used aircraft? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The used aircraft market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Aircraft Type: Commercial Airliners; Corporate Jets; Turboprops; Helicopters; General Aviation Aircraft2) By Age: 0 To 5 Years; 6 To 10 Years; 11 To 15 Years; 16 To 20 Years; More Than 20 Years
3) By Condition: Excellent; Good; Fair; Poor
4) By Mission Type: Passenger; Cargo; Special Mission; Training; Other Mission Types
5) By Disposition Method: Direct Sale; Lease Return; Aircraft Broker; Online Marketplace; Trade In
Subsegments:
1) By Commercial Airliners: Narrow Body Airliners; Wide Body Airliners; Regional Jets; Freighter Cargo Airliners; Short Haul Airliners2) By Corporate Jets: Light Jets; Midsize Jets; Super Midsize Jets; Large Cabin Jets; Ultra Long Range Jets
3) By Turboprops: Light Turboprops; Medium Turboprops; Heavy Turboprops; Passenger Turboprops; Cargo Turboprops
4) By Helicopters: Light Helicopters; Medium Helicopters; Heavy Helicopters; Single Engine Helicopters; Twin Engine Helicopters
5) By General Aviation Aircraft: Piston Engine Aircraft; Business Pistons; Light Sport Aircraft; Training Aircraft; Utility Aircraft
Companies Mentioned: Jetcraft Corporation; Guardian Jet LLC; Global Jet Capital Inc; Duncan Aviation Inc; Boutsen Aviation SAM; JetAVIVA LLC; Asian Sky Group Limited; Aerolíneas Ejecutivas SA de CV; Lone Mountain Aircraft Sales LLC; Omni Aircraft Sales Inc; Leading Edge Aviation Solutions LLC; Aviation Sales International LLC; JBA Jets LLC; Coleman Jet Solutions LLC; Van Bortel Aircraft Inc; 777 Aircraft Sales LLC; Premier Aircraft Sales Inc; American Aircraft Sales Inc; Axiom Aviation Inc; Aircraft Executives Inc; Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales Inc
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentations: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
- Jetcraft Corporation
- Guardian Jet LLC
- Global Jet Capital Inc
- Duncan Aviation Inc
- Boutsen Aviation SAM
- JetAVIVA LLC
- Asian Sky Group Limited
- Aerolíneas Ejecutivas SA de CV
- Lone Mountain Aircraft Sales LLC
- Omni Aircraft Sales Inc
- Leading Edge Aviation Solutions LLC
- Aviation Sales International LLC
- JBA Jets LLC
- Coleman Jet Solutions LLC
- Van Bortel Aircraft Inc
- 777 Aircraft Sales LLC
- Premier Aircraft Sales Inc
- American Aircraft Sales Inc
- Axiom Aviation Inc
- Aircraft Executives Inc
- Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales Inc
