Aircraft Landing Gears Market by Type, Aircraft Type, End-Use

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[197 Pages Report] The Aircraft Landing Gears Market size was estimated at USD 8.10 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 8.53 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 5.49% to reach USD 11.79 billion by 2030.

Aircraft landing gear constitutes a crucial component of an aircraft's overall structure, providing the necessary support during landing, take-off, and when the aircraft is stationary on the ground. This system includes wheels, struts, and assemblies which permit safe and efficient operation on varying surfaces. The design and functionality of landing gears have a profound impact on an aircraft's performance, maintenance requirements, and safety. Increased demand for new aircraft driven by the growth of the global airline industry is expanding the demand for aircraft landing gear. Furthermore, the rise in defense spending globally has propelled the enhancement and expansion of military aircraft fleets, thereby boosting the aircraft landing gears market. High manufacturing costs, primarily due to sophisticated materials and technologies, hamper market growth. The complexity associated with designing and integrating advanced landing gear systems can extend development timelines and increase costs. Additionally, the shift towards more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient systems encourages the development of innovative landing gear technologies, subsequently creating opportunities for market growth. The increasing focus on reducing aircraft weight to improve fuel efficiency without compromising safety or performance has further broadened the market's growth opportunities.

KEY MARKET STATISTICS
Base Year [2023]	USD 8.10 billion
Estimated Year [2024]	USD 8.53 billion
Forecast Year [2030]	USD 11.79 billion
CAGR (%)	5.49%

Type: Increasing usage of tricycle gear in modern aircraft that features a single nose wheel

Tail-wheel gear, also known as conventional gear, consists of two main wheels towards the front of the aircraft and a small wheel skid under the tail. This setup was common in early aircraft and is still favored in many general aviation and smaller aircraft due to its simplicity and ruggedness, especially beneficial for landing on uneven surfaces. Tricycle gear, the most common landing gear configuration in modern aircraft, features a single nose wheel under the cockpit and two main wheels under the fuselage. This arrangement improves forward visibility on the ground, simplifies ground handling, and enhances stability during takeoffs and landings. Pontoons are specialized landing gear for aircraft designed to take off and land on water. Also known as floats, these large, buoyant structures provide the necessary lift to keep the aircraft's fuselage above water, making them essential for seaplanes and amphibious aircraft operations. Ski-equipped landing gears are designed for aircraft operating in snowy or icy conditions. Replacing wheels with skis allows these aircraft to land on snow-covered runways or open terrain, making them invaluable for polar exploration, winter sports access, and remote areas where prepared runways are unavailable. Fixed landing gear refers to a configuration where the gear is always extended and cannot be retracted into the fuselage during flight. This design simplifies construction and maintenance but increases drag during flight. Fixed gear is commonly found on lighter, less complex aircraft where the aerodynamic efficiency loss is an acceptable trade-off for lower weight and cost. Skid gear consists of simple, rugged skids attached to the base of an aircraft to allow for landing on surfaces where wheels are not practical. Primarily used in helicopters, skids minimize weight and complexity, providing a stable platform for landing on uneven terrain and, in some cases, allowing the aircraft to slide during landing to dissipate kinetic energy.

End-use: High potential of aircraft landing systems across commercial aviation due to the heavier weights of commercial aircraft

Private aviation includes a range of aircraft, including light planes, business jets, and helicopters, primarily used for personal or corporate travel. Aircraft landing gears designed for this segment must be versatile, ensuring safe landings on various terrains, from well-equipped commercial airports to more remote or unprepared airstrips. The emphasis is on reliability, low maintenance, and adaptability to different aircraft sizes and weights, reflecting the diverse nature of private aviation operations. Commercial aviation involves the transportation of passengers and cargo by airlines. This sector demands highly robust and efficient landing gear systems due to the heavier weights of commercial aircraft and the necessity for rapid turnaround times. Durability and reliability are paramount to minimize downtime and ensure safety in high-frequency operations. Innovations in materials and design, such as the integration of advanced composites, are critical to enhancing performance and reducing the environmental impact through lighter weights and improved fuel efficiency. Military aviation includes a wide variety of aircraft, from fighters and bombers to transport planes and unmanned aerial vehicles. Landing gears for military applications must meet stringent requirements for durability, performance, and versatility and be capable of operating in extreme conditions, including rugged terrains and combat zones. Advanced features, such as increased shock absorption and the ability to perform in harsh environments, are vital. Moreover, compatibility with rapid deployment and retrieval systems is often a necessity for timely and effective mission execution.

Regional Insights

The Americas host a robust aerospace industry, underscored by the presence of significant aircraft manufacturers and an extensive network of suppliers, including landing gear producers. The region's demand for aircraft landing gears is propelled by both commercial and military aviation needs, with ongoing investments in research and development fostering innovation in landing gear technologies. Canada and Brazil also contribute significantly to the region's market with a focus on more fuel-efficient and lightweight landing gear systems, in line with global sustainability trends, which is expected to drive future growth in the Americas. The APAC region is witnessing continous growth in the aviation sector, driven by rising air travel demand in countries such as China, India, and Southeast Asia. This surge is supporting a burgeoning market for aircraft landing gears, encompassing both commercial and military aviation. With several nations in the region investing heavily in indigenous aircraft production initiatives, the demand for technologically advanced landing gear systems is poised to escalate in Asia-Pacific. Europe is home to some of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers and landing gear system suppliers, fostering a technologically advanced market landscape. Regulatory standards in Europe, focusing on environmental sustainability and safety, are catalysts for innovation and improvements in landing gear systems. The Middle East, with its strategic location as a global aviation hub and increasing investments in fleet expansions by major airlines, remains a significant market for aircraft landing gear. Africa shows potential for considerable growth with an increasing interest in revitalizing and expanding airline fleets, subsequently creating a platform for aircraft landing gears in the region.

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV Positioning Matrix is pivotal in evaluating the Aircraft Landing Gears Market. It offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining key metrics related to Business Strategy and Product Satisfaction. This in-depth analysis empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success: Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

Market Share Analysis

The Market Share Analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth examination of the current state of vendors in the Aircraft Landing Gears Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions in terms of overall revenue, customer base, and other key metrics, we can offer companies a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With this expanded level of detail, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Key Company Profiles

The report delves into recent significant developments in the Aircraft Landing Gears Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include Aerospace Turbine Rotables, Inc., CIRCOR International, Inc., Eaton Corporation PLC, GKN Aerospace, Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Heroux-Devtek Inc., Liebherr-International Deutschland GmbH, Magellan Aerospace Corporation, Metalcraft, Inc., NMG Aerospace, Parker-Hannifin Corporation, PCX Aerostructures, LLC, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Safran S.A., Sika Interplant Systems Limited, SPP Canada Aircraft Inc., Stirling Dynamics Ltd., Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd., The Liebherr Group, Triumph Group, and Tungaloy Corporation.

Market Segmentation & Coverage

This research report categorizes the Aircraft Landing Gears Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Type
- Fixed Landing Gear
- Pontoons
- Ski Planes
- Skid Gear
- Tail-Wheel Gear
- Tricycle Gear

Aircraft Type
- Fixed Wing
- Rotary Wing

End-Use
- Commercial Aviation
- Military Aviation
- Private Aviation

Region
- Americas
  - Argentina
  - Brazil
  - Canada
  - Mexico
  - United States
    - California
    - Florida
    - Illinois
    - New York
    - Ohio
    - Pennsylvania
    - Texas
- Asia-Pacific
  - Australia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Malaysia
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South Korea
  - Taiwan
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam

Europe, Middle East & Africa
- Denmark
- Egypt
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Israel
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Poland
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom

The report offers valuable insights on the following aspects:

1. Market Penetration: It presents comprehensive information on the market provided by key players.

2. Market Development: It delves deep into lucrative emerging markets and analyzes the penetration across mature market segments.

3. Market Diversification: It provides detailed information on new product launches, untapped geographic regions, recent developments, and investments.

4. Competitive Assessment & Intelligence: It conducts an exhaustive assessment of market shares, strategies, products, certifications, regulatory approvals, patent landscape, and manufacturing capabilities of the leading players.

5. Product Development & Innovation: It offers intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments.

The report addresses key questions such as:

1. What is the market size and forecast of the Aircraft Landing Gears Market?

2. Which products, segments, applications, and areas should one consider investing in over the forecast period in the Aircraft Landing Gears Market?

3. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Aircraft Landing Gears Market?

4. What is the market share of the leading vendors in the Aircraft Landing Gears Market?

5. Which modes and strategic moves are suitable for entering the Aircraft Landing Gears Market?

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1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview

5. Market Insights

5.1. Market Dynamics
- 5.1.1. Drivers
  - 5.1.1.1. Continuous expansion of new aircraft due to rising air traffic
  - 5.1.1.2. Rising enhancement and expansion of military aircraft fleets
  - 5.1.1.3. Growing preference for lightweight landing gear systems
- 5.1.2. Restraints
  - 5.1.2.1. High cost of development of aircraft landing gear systems
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
  - 5.1.3.1. Continuous technological advancements in aircraft landing gear systems
  - 5.1.3.2. Emerging trend of urban air mobility (UAM) across commercial aviation
- 5.1.4. Challenges
  - 5.1.4.1. Complexity associated with the design and integration of advanced landing gear systems
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
- 5.2.1. Type: Increasing usage of tricycle gear in modern aircraft that features a single nose wheel
- 5.2.2. End-use: High potential of aircraft landing systems across commercial aviation due to the heavier weights of commercial aircraft
5.3. Market Disruption Analysis
5.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.4.1. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.4.2. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.4.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
- 5.4.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.4.5. Industry Rivalry
5.5. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.6. Pricing Analysis
5.7. Technology Analysis
5.8. Patent Analysis
5.9. Trade Analysis
5.10. Regulatory Framework Analysis

6. Aircraft Landing Gears Market, by Type

6.1. Introduction
6.2. Fixed Landing Gear
6.3. Pontoons
6.4. Ski Planes
6.5. Skid Gear
6.6. Tail-Wheel Gear
6.7. Tricycle Gear

7. Aircraft Landing Gears Market, by Aircraft Type

7.1. Introduction
7.2. Fixed Wing
7.3. Rotary Wing

8. Aircraft Landing Gears Market, by End-Use

8.1. Introduction
8.2. Commercial Aviation
8.3. Military Aviation
8.4. Private Aviation

9. Americas Aircraft Landing Gears Market

9.1. Introduction
9.2. Argentina
9.3. Brazil
9.4. Canada
9.5. Mexico
9.6. United States

10. Asia-Pacific Aircraft Landing Gears Market

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Australia
10.3. China
10.4. India
10.5. Indonesia
10.6. Japan
10.7. Malaysia
10.8. Philippines
10.9. Singapore
10.10. South Korea
10.11. Taiwan
10.12. Thailand
10.13. Vietnam

11. Europe, Middle East & Africa Aircraft Landing Gears Market

11.1. Introduction
11.2. Denmark
11.3. Egypt
11.4. Finland
11.5. France
11.6. Germany
11.7. Israel
11.8. Italy
11.9. Netherlands
11.10. Nigeria
11.11. Norway
11.12. Poland
11.13. Qatar
11.14. Russia
11.15. Saudi Arabia
11.16. South Africa
11.17. Spain
11.18. Sweden
11.19. Switzerland
11.20. Turkey
11.21. United Arab Emirates
11.22. United Kingdom

12. Competitive Landscape

12.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
12.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
12.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
- 12.3.1. Liebherr and J-Air Sign Major Landing Gear Overhaul Agreement
- 12.3.2. Safran to Develop Landing Gear for New US Army Tiltrotor Assault Aircraft
- 12.3.3. WAAM3D Joins I-Break to Innovate Landing Gear Manufacture
12.4. Strategy Analysis & Recommendation

13. Competitive Portfolio

13.1. Key Company Profiles
13.2. Key Product Portfolio