Product Code: CMI6918
The ultralight aircraft market is estimated to be valued at US$ 9.54 Bn in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 18.17 Bn by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6% from 2024 to 2031.
Report Coverage |
Report Details |
Base Year: |
2023 |
Market Size in 2024: |
US$ 9.54 Bn |
Historical Data for: |
2019 To 2023 |
Forecast Period: |
2024 To 2031 |
Forecast Period 2024 to 2031 CAGR: |
9.60% |
2031 Value Projection: |
US$ 18.17 Bn |
Figure. Ultralight Aircraft Market Share (%), By Region 2024
Ultralight aircraft, also known as microlight aircraft or pintail aircraft, are a class of simple, lightweight, aircraft that are designed to be operated without a pilot's license and capable of slow flight. Ultralight aircraft have an empty weight of no more than 330 pounds (150 kg) - with fixed gear: no airfoil or brakes; with dual control: maximum 582.5 pounds (265 kg). These aircraft are used for recreational flying purposes and are therefore designed for leisure flying at lower altitudes with non-pressurized cabins. Their lightweight and simple design allows for lower manufacturing costs and easier operation.
Market Dynamics:
The global ultralight aircraft market is driven by growth in general and recreational aviation coupled with rising disposable incomes. Ultra-light aircraft provides a cost-effective means of air travel and leisure flying which is gaining popularity worldwide. However, strict regulatory norms associated with pilot certification and aircraft specifications poses a challenge to industry players. The development of electric-powered ultralight aircraft provides an opportunity to reduce operating costs and dependency on fossil fuels. Innovation in aircraft design to improve performance characteristics like speed and payload capacity can further the market's growth over the coming years.
Key features of the study:
- This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ultralight aircraft market, and provides market size (US$ Billion) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2024-2031), considering 2023 as the base year.
- It elucidates potential revenue growth opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.
- This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.
- It profiles key players in the global ultralight aircraft market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies.
- Key companies covered as a part of this study include Textron Aviation Inc., Bombardier Inc., Cirrus Design Corporation, Piper Aircraft, Inc., Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, Mooney International Corporation, Lancair International, Inc., Vulcanair S.p.A., Honda Aircraft Company, Advanced Tactics Inc,, Embraer S.A., and Glasair Aviation USA, LLC.
- Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
- The global ultralight aircraft market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts.
- Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global ultralight aircraft market.
Market Segmentation
- By Takeoff
- By Technology
- By Propulsion
- Conventional Propulsion
- Electric and Hybrid
- By Application
- Recreation
- Defense
- Commercial
- By Regional
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Key Players
- Textron Aviation Inc.
- Bombardier Inc.
- Cirrus Design Corporation
- Piper Aircraft, Inc.
- Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
- Mooney International Corporation
- Lancair International, Inc.
- Vulcanair S.p.A.
- Honda Aircraft Company
- Advanced Tactics Inc,
- Embraer S.A.
- Glasair Aviation USA, LLC
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
- Research Objectives
- Assumptions
- Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
- Report Description
- Market Definition and Scope
- Executive Summary
- Market Snippet, By Takeoff
- Market Snippet, By Technology
- Market Snippet, By Propulsion
- Market Snippet, By Application
- Market Snippet, By Region
- Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
- Market Dynamics
- Drivers
- Restraints
- Opportunities
- Regulatory Scenario
- Industry Trend
- Merger and Acquisitions
- New System Launches/Approvals
- Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
4. Global Ultralight Aircraft Market, By Takeoff, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2019-2031
- Segment Trends
- CTOL
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
- VTOL
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
5. Global Ultralight Aircraft Market, By Technology, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2019-2031
- Segment Trends
- Manned
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
- Unmanned
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
6. Global Ultralight Aircraft Market, By Propulsion, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
- Segment Trends
- Conventional Propulsion
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
- Electric and Hybrid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
7. Global Ultralight Aircraft Market, By Application, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
- Segment Trends
- Recreation
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
- Defense
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
- Commercial
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2019-2031, (US$ Billion)
8. Global Ultralight Aircraft Market, By Region, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2024 and 2031 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2019-2031
- North America
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Takeoff, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Technology, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Propulsion, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2019 and 2031 (%)
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Takeoff, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Technology, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Propulsion, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2019 and 2031 (%)
- U.K.
- Germany
- Italy
- France
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Takeoff, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Technology, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Propulsion, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2019 and 2031 (%)
- China
- India
- ASEAN
- Australia
- South Korea
- Japan
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Takeoff, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Technology, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Propulsion, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2019 and 2031 (%)
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Takeoff, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Technology, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Propulsion, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019-2031 (US$ Billion)
- Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2019 and 2031 (%)
- GCC Countries
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa
9. Competitive Landscape
- Company Profiles
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Performance
- Key Strategies
- Recent Developments/Updates
- Bombardier Inc.
- Cirrus Design Corporation
- Piper Aircraft, Inc.
- Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
- Mooney International Corporation
- Lancair International, Inc.
- Vulcanair S.p.A.
- Honda Aircraft Company
- Advanced Tactics Inc,
- Embraer S.A.
- Glasair Aviation USA, LLC
10. Analyst Recommendations
- Wheel of Fortune
- Analyst View
- Coherent Opportunity Map
11. Research Methodology
- References
- Research Methodology
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