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Military Aircraft Actuation Systems Market Share

ID: MRFR//0966-CR | 103 Pages | Author: Swapnil Palwe| October 2016

The Military Aircraft Actuation Systems market is an ever-changing and highly competitive niche within the aerospace & defense industry. These are key components of military aircraft that control things like landing gear, flight controls, and weaponry, among others. Differentiation is one strategy commonly used by firms to distinguish their products from those of rivals. Companies differentiate their offerings by integrating them with advanced materials, technologies, or designs. The combat aircraft segment accounted for the largest share due to an increase in national strength through purchasing fighter planes across the world. In 2017, flight control systems dominated the military aircraft actuation systems market, segmented into flight control, landing gear, and other systems using many actuators compared to other purposes.
Pricing strategy is yet another important market share positioning factor. In a market where procurement budgets are often restricted, companies need to strike a balance between offering competitive prices and profitability. Some companies adopt cost leadership strategies that emphasize operational efficiency and scale economies in producing products at lower prices. Market positioning also involves strategic partnerships and collaborations. Many companies in the military aircraft actuation systems industry have alliances with other industry players, which help them leverage their complementary strengths and resources. These collaborations can be joint ventures, technology-sharing agreements, or affiliations with research organizations that promote innovative ideas among partners. Marketing research experts argue that by pooling expertise and resources together, firms can enhance their product portfolios, reduce development costs, and obtain a competitive edge in the market.
Market segmentation is an alternative method used by businesses to target specific customer needs and preferences. As such, because of diverse requirements for different military aircraft platforms, they may develop specialized actuation systems tailored to specific applications. This enables them to address unique demands for various defense programs while carving out niches where they are established as leaders. Technological superiority alone will not suffice for market share positioning; after-sales support and customer care are important factors, too. The field of military aviation has always been demanding because it involves human lives on battlefields. Comprehensive maintenance repair overhaul services (MRO), as well as responsive customer support, enable suppliers to build strong relationships with defense customers. This contributes significantly towards gaining initial contracts as well as enhancing loyalty through repeat business.

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Military Aircraft Actuation Systems Market Overview 


Military Aircraft Actuation Systems Market size was valued at 6.53 Billion in 2022. The Military Aircraft Actuation Systems industry is projected to grow 13.26 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.20% during the forecast period (2022 - 2032).


A military aircraft actuation system aids in extension and retraction of landing gears, monitoring, and controlling velocity and controlling engine speed by adjusting levers and flaps. Different sources of energy such as electricity, hydraulic fluid pressure, or pneumatic pressure, which convert energy into motion, are used to operate the actuation systems. Moreover, rising investment in research and development will boost the market growth. The growing demand for automation and increasing number of combat aircraft are estimated to gain higher popularity during the forecast period.


Factors such as focus on upgrading in aging military aircraft and increased use of combat aircraft in military missions are positively impacting the military aircraft actuation systems market growth. In addition, the rise in defense expenditure, especially in developing countries and subsequent demand for new combat and trainer aircraft further boosts the market growth. However, the leakage issues associated with hydraulic actuators hinders market growth to a certain extent. Meanwhile, rising terrorist attacks and focus on counter operations create promising growth opportunities for the military aircraft actuation systems market.


Military Aircraft Actuation Systems Market  Segmentation 


The market is segmented by type, application, aircraft and region. 


Based on type 


The military aircraft actuation systems market is divided into hydraulic and electric & others. During the forecast period, the electric segment is expected to witness the highest CAGR as it features various beneficial characteristics such as energy savings, low investment costs, high power density and power capacity, fail-safe functionality, and easy integration into existing infrastructure. Based on aircraft, the military aircraft actuation systems market is divided into combat aircraft and non-combat aircraft. In 2017, the combat aircraft segment accounted for the largest market share owing to the increase in production and procurement of fighter aircraft worldwide in order to enhance the military strength. Based on application, the military aircraft actuation systems market is divided into flight control system, landing gear system, other systems. In 2017, the flight control system segment accounted for the largest market share as it requires many actuators compared to other applications.


Military Aircraft Actuation Systems Market, Regional Overview


North America is the leading region for the global military aircraft actuation systems market. Several major combat aircraft manufacturers (such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman) and actuation system providers (such as UTC, Honeywell) are present in the region, gaining the region a high market share. Moreover, US military is likely to receive USD 674 billion in support in 2019 for new destroyers, fighter jets, Black Hawk helicopters, among others, which indirectly influences the military aircraft actuation systems in this region.


Recent Key Company News in the Military Aircraft Actuation Systems Market:


Honeywell:


January 2024: Announced a collaboration with Safran Helicopter Engines to develop and produce a new electric actuation system for future helicopter applications. This system is expected to improve fuel efficiency and reduce weight.December 2023: Secured a contract from Boeing to supply actuation systems for the MQ-25 Stingray unmanned aerial refueling aircraft.

Moog In:


November 2023: Received a contract from Lockheed Martin to supply electrohydraulic actuation systems for the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet.October 2023: Announced the development of a new family of high-performance electromechanical actuators for military aircraft applications.

Parker Hannifin:


September 2023: Launched a new series of hydraulic power units specifically designed for military aircraft applications.August 2023: Expanded its production capacity for electromechanical actuators at its facility in Toulouse, France.

Collins Aerospace:


July 2023: Successfully completed the first flight test of its next-generation electric thrust vectoring system for fighter aircraft.June 2023: Received a contract from the U.S. Air Force to develop and produce actuation systems for the B-21 Raider bomber.

Military Aircraft Actuation Systems Market of Key Players


Moog Inc. (US), Honeywell International Inc. (US), Parker Hannifin Corporation (US), United Technologies Corporation (US), Curtiss-Wright Corporation (US), Eaton Corporation (Ireland), General Electric Company (US), Liebherr Group (Switzerland), Saab AB (Sweden), Woodward, Inc (US). and others are some of the prominent players profiled in MRFR Analysis and are at the forefront of competition in the global military aircraft actuation systems market.


Intended Audience


Aircraft Actuation System Providers


Military Aircraft OEMs


Defense Organizations


Component Manufacturers


Research Institutions


Regulatory Bodies

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