Military Helicopter Market Research Report – Global Forecast till 2030

Military Helicopter Market Research Report Information by Type (Heavy Cargo, Attack, Reconnaissance, Light Utility, Medium Utility, Maritime, and Search Rescue), by Procurement Type (New Acquisitions, Upgrades), and by Region Global Forecast till 2030

ID: MRFR/A&D/5900-HCR | 125 Pages | Author: Swapnil Palwe | October 2023         

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Global Military Helicopter Market Overview


Military Helicopter Market size is Anticipated to reach at a $USD 70 Billion 2030 and  at a  CAGR of 8.4% by 2022 To 2030. 


The nations’ government officials and defense entities have concerned the military sector. The military forces play a very important role in maintaining a nation's security and safeguarding the nation's people. Due to these valuable factors, the military has been an important part of every nation.


The rise in concern for the military forces worldwide has led to the development of advanced military equipment, vehicles, and other required materials. These factors have largely driven the markets related to military sectors; for instance, the Military Helicopter Market has even noticed significant growth due to its huge requirements in various nations. The Military Helicopter Market has many benefits and advantages for the military sectors. The increase in demand for specialized vehicles for the military forces has accelerated the Military Helicopter Market Growth. Specialized helicopters with advanced properties and features help the military forces target and tackle the opponent; these factors have led to the development of advanced helicopters and aircraft. 


The military helicopters are designed in a specialized way to carry heavy and bulk weights. It can move faster to the targeted places at the time of requirements. These helicopters are even used for providing emergency medical services to the military forces. The rise in demand for emergency weight lifts during the ongoing military operations and the need for emergency medical services has driven the Military Helicopter Market Size. The nation's concern and awareness to protect the military forces have led to various advanced military equipment, propelling the Military Helicopter Market Growth. The increase in investment by the government and defense entities in military markets to get the best services from them is uplifting the Market Share.




  • COVID-19 Analysis




The outbreak of the virus has affected the country's global economy and led to huge economic losses. Almost every market sector has faced problems during the lockdown period. The global demand for helicopters has decreased in various developing regions such as Europe, the U.S., and the Asia Pacific, which has shown a sheer downfall in the growth statics of the Military Helicopter Market Value.


The market has faced financial loss due to the continuous reduction of revenue quantum, which badly affected the helicopter manufacturers and suppliers because the manufacturing operations and production process were halted due to the strict lockdown guidelines. But the government's support and the strategies of key players will uplift the Military Helicopter Market Trends in the future years due to the rise in concern for the nation's protection. Chief Factors Existing In The Market




  • Key Market Drivers




The chief driving factor is boosting the global Military Helicopter Market to achieve its estimated value. The high demand for improved helicopters for power performance in the defense sector drives the market. The other major driving factors are the emergency service requirements such as emergency weight lifting and medical services during the military operations fueling the Military Helicopter Market.




  • Market Challenges




The Military Helicopter Market Trends faced a tough, challenging situation during the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to huge financial loss. The market to recover from this condition is due to the nation's support and the rise in the need for military services.




  • Market Opportunities




The Military Helicopter Market notices widespread opportunities due to the increased demand for military vehicles and equipment in the defense sector. The growing demand for lightweight helicopters with advanced features increases the Military Helicopter Market Size.




  • Market Restraints




The Military Helicopter Market is even facing restraining factors that hamper the market's growth rate. In recent years, the decrease in defense investments in various regions worldwide has been a constraint for the Market.




  • Cumulative Evaluation Of The Market




The evaluated report of the Military Helicopter Market Outlook shows the market's growth in recent years. The key driving factors are boosting the market's value, even setting huge opportunities for the market.


The Military Helicopter Market is facing growth limiting factors which the market is expected to overcome in the future years with support from government and defense entities. The Market is even noticed to restore its growth rate from the pandemic loss. The market is estimated to reach its projected CAGR in the forecast period.


Market Segmentation


The Military Helicopter Market is segmented based on type and procurement type.




  • By Type




The Military Helicopter Market type segment is classified into vast segments: Heavy Cargo, Attack, Reconnaissance, Light Utility, Medium Utility, Maritime, and Search & Rescue. Among all these vast segments of type segment, the attack segment holds the largest market share due to its huge demand in various nations. The chief factors driving the attack segment are the increase in territorial conflicts.The high demand for attack helicopters by various governments across the globe is raising the attack segment's demand. Due to this, the attack segment will notice a high CAGR value in the forecast period. The other segments are even observed to procure a steady growth rate due to its widespread services. In the heavy cargo segment, the helicopters are designed in a specific way to carry heavy loads. The search and rescue segment is important because military helicopters are used in the search operation.




  • By Procurement Type




The procurement type segment of the Military Helicopter Market is divided into new acquisitions and upgrades. Between these, the acquisition segment holds the largest market share due to the increase in helicopter fleet manufacturers. 


Regional Analysis


According to the geographical reports, the Military Helicopter Market Analysis, the market covers various regions across the globe such as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Among these geographical regions, the North American market is leading because of its high valuation since the previous years and the value to reach higher in the future years.


The North American Market is highly developing due to chief players in the region. Followed by North America, the Asia Pacific is the second-largest market of the Military Helicopter Market Share with a good USD valuation. The Military Helicopter Market of this region is expected to reach its good CAGR during the evaluation period. The market's growth rate in this region is driven by the rise in helicopters for E.M.S. in the military sector. The increase in defense expenditure in regions such as China and India is lifting the Asia Pacific region.


Competitive Intensity within The Industry


The key players of the Military Helicopter Market Forecast are playing a crucial role in propelling the market growth rate. The players are taking the responsibility to help the market to face every obstacle and step up to achieve its estimated CAGR.



  • Lockheed Martin Corporation (U.S.)

  • Boeing (U.S.)

  • B.A.E. Systems (U.K.)

  • Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (India)

  • Airbus S.A.S. (France)

  • Leonardo (Italy)

  • Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. (U.S.)

  • Russian Helicopters, J.S.C. (Russia)

  • Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd. (South Korea) 

  • KAMAN CORPORATION (U.S.)


Recent Market Developments


Competitive teams, Lockheed Martin Sikorsky-Boeing, are developing prototypes for the development of next-generation military helicopters which will replace the Black Hawk.According to the recent update, the country's defense ministry and the U.S. Embassy have confirmed that the Bosnia and Herzegovina Armed Forces received four new U.S. Bell helicopters will be put in service further this month once they are prepared for a flight for defense operations.


Report Overview


Overall, the Military Helicopter Market Forecast has shown sheer growth in recent years. The COVID-19 report has stated the market's downfall at the global level, but the strategies and planning of key players will propel its growth in the future years. The market dynamics, such as the key drivers and opportunities, play an effective role in lifting the market.


The growth limiting factors are even taken as a concern to prevent the growth rate. The Military Helicopter Market segment report displayed the various segments and their usage in military sectors. The regional report has shown about the growth of the market in various developing regions. The complete overview shows that the Military Helicopter Market will achieve its estimated CAGR during its coming years.


Key Industrial Segments


By Type 



  • Heavy Cargo

  • Attack

  • Reconnaissance

  • Light Utility

  • Medium Utility

  • Maritime

  • Search & Rescue


 By Procurement Type



  • New Acquisitions

  • Upgrades 



Report Scope:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
  Market Size   $USD 70
  CAGR   8.4 %
  Base Year   2022
  Forecast Period   2030
  Historical Data   2021
  Forecast Units   Value USD Billion
  Report Coverage   Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
  Segments Covered   By Type , By Procurement Type
  Geographies Covered   North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America
  Key Vendors   Lockheed Martin Corporation (U.S.),Boeing (U.S.),B.A.E. Systems (U.K.),Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (India),Airbus S.A.S. (France),Leonardo (Italy),Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. (U.S.),Russian Helicopters, J.S.C. (Russia),Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd. (South Korea) ,KAMAN CORPORATION (U.S.)
  Key Market Opportunities   Military Helicopter Market notices widespread opportunities due to the increased demand for military vehicles and equipment in the defense sector
  Key Market Drivers   The high demand for improved helicopters for power performance in the defense sector drives the marke


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

An 8.4% CAGR is estimated to propel the worldwide market in the impending period.

Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. (U.S.), Airbus S.A.S (France), Leonardo (Italy), Russian Helicopters, J.S.C. (Russia), and Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd. (South Korea) are reinforcing the market.

The North American region is estimated to take the central position in the global market.

A prolific income level is estimated to fortify the market in the coming years.

Key Questions Answered

  • Global Market Outlook
  • In-depth analysis of global and regional trends
  • Analyze and identify the major players in the market, their market share, key developments, etc.
  • To understand the capability of the major players based on products offered, financials, and strategies.
  • Identify disrupting products, companies, and trends.
  • To identify opportunities in the market.
  • Analyze the key challenges in the market.
  • Analyze the regional penetration of players, products, and services in the market.
  • Comparison of major players’ financial performance.
  • Evaluate strategies adopted by major players.
  • Recommendations
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