Market Forecast by Component (generators, conversion devices, distribution devices and battery management systems), by Application (power generation management, flight control & operation, cabin the system, configuration management and air pressurization & conditioning), by Technology (conventional, more electric and electric), By End-users (OEM and aftermarket), by System (power generation, power distribution, power conversion and energy storage), by Platform (commercial aviation, military aviation and business & general aviation) and by Regions (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa) and Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC037317 | Publication Date: Jan 2021 | Updated Date: Mar 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 300 | No. of Figures: 90 | No. of Tables: 30 | |
Report Name | Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
Market Size | USD 45 billion by 2031 |
CAGR | 6.6% |
Growing Sector | Retail & E-commerce |
The Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market report thoroughly covers the market by System, Technology, Component, End user, Application, Platform and Key regions including the Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, Europe, North America and Africa. The report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high-growth areas, and market drivers to help stakeholders align their strategies with current and future market dynamics.
The market for aircraft electric power systems is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 6.6% over the course of the forecast period, from USD 27.50 billion in 2025 to over USD 45 billion by 2031. Developments in electric propulsion technologies, the growing need for environmentally friendly and fuel-efficient aircraft, and laws intended to lower carbon emissions in the aviation sector are some of the main factors driving this expansion.
The Aviation Electric Power Systems market is expected to increase significantly due to developments in electric propulsion technology and rising demand for environmentally friendly and fuel-efficient aircraft. Market dynamics are also being significantly shaped by regulatory requirements to lower carbon emissions. With its robust aerospace sector and technological innovation, North America continues to dominate the industry, but Asia-Pacific is quickly becoming a major growth region thanks to its modernization initiatives and growing aviation infrastructure.
According to 6Wresearch, the Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.6% during the forecast period 2025-2031. The Aircraft electric power systems market growth is coming from quick development of electric propulsion technologies as well as the rising need for environmentally friendly, fuel-efficient aviation solutions. Electric and hybrid-electric power systems are becoming more and more popular as the aviation sector deals with increasing regulatory demand to lower carbon emissions. Innovation in power electronics and battery systems is making this change possible. Furthermore, industry leaders' large R&D expenditures are hastening the adoption of electric power systems, which will make aviation more efficient and environmentally friendly.
One of the major challenges facing the aircraft electric power systems market is the high expense of developing and implementing cutting-edge technology. The viability of long-distance electric aircraft is limited by technological obstacles such as limited battery capacity and energy density. Adoption is further slowed by inadequate infrastructure, including as maintenance facilities and charging networks. To overcome these obstacles and improve the feasibility of electric aviation systems, the industry must work together and spend heavily.
The market for aircraft electric power systems is seeing a boom in hybrid-electric and fully electric propulsion systems due to developments in battery technology and intelligent power management integration. New uses such as electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and urban air mobility (UAM) are becoming more popular, opening up new avenues for environmentally friendly flying. Innovation is being fostered and the transition to greener solutions is being accelerated by cooperative efforts between aerospace businesses and technology providers. These developments highlight the industry's dedication to cutting carbon emissions while facilitating effective and cutting-edge air travel.
The aircraft electric power systems market presents profitable opportunities such as development of cutting-edge battery technologies, completely electric and hybrid propulsion systems, and intelligent power management systems. The need for effective and sustainable aviation is driving the development of new industries like urban air mobility (UAM) and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which provide enormous investment possibilities. This industry is very appealing to investors looking to profit from the transition to greener, next-generation air transport solutions since government incentives and funding initiatives are further fostering innovation and infrastructure growth.
The leading players are the companies that lead the market of aircraft electric power systems are Honeywell, RTX Corporation, Safran, GE Aviation, and Thales. These professionals in the field are spearheading advancements in power management systems and electric propulsion technology, which are essential to the shift to more environmentally friendly flying. Through strategic collaborations and investments, they are tackling carbon emission issues, improving operational efficiency, and hastening the adoption of sustainable solutions. Their work is establishing new standards for the sector and opening the door for electric-powered aircraft in the future.
Government regulations that have big impact on the aircraft electric power systems market are the European Union's 'Fit for 55,' the FAA's Continuous Lower Energy, Emissions, and Noise (CLEEN) program, and the ICAO's Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). The objectives of these regulations are to lower carbon emissions, encourage the use of environmentally friendly aviation technologies, and support improvements in electric power systems. Setting strict emission reduction goals encourages the industry to come up with creative solutions, which will make aviation greener and more efficient in the future.
The aircraft electric power systems market is expected to increase significantly due to advancements in battery and electric propulsion technology. Its promising future is supported by the ongoing transition to hybrid-electric and completely electric aircraft, as well as the quick growth of eVTOL and urban air mobility (UAM) applications. To overcome current obstacles, the aerospace industry must continue to innovate, supported by government incentives and cooperative efforts. This market has the potential to completely transform aviation, allowing for increased efficiency and making a substantial contribution to the global carbon reduction goals.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the following market segments and their leading categories:
Battery Management Systems are expected to dominate the Market – By Component
According to Ashutosh, Senior Research Analyst at 6Wresearch, Generators, conversion devices, distribution devices, and battery management systems make up the different segments of the aircraft electric power systems market. It is anticipated that battery management systems will dominate the market due to developments in energy storage and the need for effective solutions in electric and hybrid-electric aircraft.
Air pressurization and cooling, cabin systems, configuration management, flight control and operation, and power generation management are important applications. Flight control and operation is probably going to take the lead due to its vital role in aircraft performance and safety, which is bolstered by sophisticated power systems.
Conventional, More electric, and totally electric technologies make up the market. It is projected that More electric technology will take center stage as it closes the gap between conventional and fully electric systems, providing lower emissions and more efficiency without requiring extensive infrastructure modifications.
Industry segmentation by end users separates the industry into aftermarket and OEM (original equipment manufacturers). OEM is anticipated to take the lead, as manufacturers incorporate electric power systems more frequently into new aircraft designs to meet sustainability standards.
Power generation, power distribution, power conversion, and energy storage are the main systems. The dominance of energy storage systems is anticipated, bolstered by the critical role that modern batteries play in ensuring that electric and hybrid-electric aircraft operate at their best.
Commercial aviation, military aviation, and business & general aviation are the three categories of platforms. Commercial aviation is expected to take the lead due to the increased focus on environmentally friendly air travel and the use of electric power systems for larger operations.
North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America are all included in regional segmentation. North America is anticipated to take the lead because of its robust R&D efforts, government backing for environmentally friendly aviation, and the presence of important industry participants.
The Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
1. Executive Summary |
2. Introduction |
2.1. Report Description |
2.2. Key Highlights |
2.3. Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4. Research Methodology |
2.5. Assumptions |
3. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview |
3.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, 2021-2031F |
3.2. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
3.4. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
3.5. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Industry Life Cycle |
3.10. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market- Porter’s Five Forces |
4. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Dynamics |
4.1. Impact Analysis |
4.2. Market Drivers |
4.3. Market Restraints |
5. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Trends |
6. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview, By Application |
6.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Flight Control & Operation, 2021-2031F |
6.2. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Power Generation Management, 2021-2031F |
6.3. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Cabin System, 2021-2031F |
6.4. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Configuration Management, 2021-2031F |
6.5. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Air Pressurization & Conditioning, 2021-2031F |
7. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview, By System |
7.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Power Generation, 2021-2031F |
7.2. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Power Distribution, 2021-2031F |
7.3. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Power Conversion, 2021-2031F |
7.4. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Energy Storage, 2021-2031F |
8. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview, By Component |
8.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Generation, 2021-2031F |
8.2. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Conversion Devices, 2021-2031F |
8.3. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Distribution Devices, 2021-2031F |
8.4. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Battery Management Systems, 2021-2031F |
9. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview, By Technology |
9.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Conventional, 2021-2031F |
9.2. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By More Electric, 2021-2031F |
9.3. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Electric, 2021-2031F |
10. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview, By End User |
10.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By OEM, 2021-2031F |
10.2. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Aftermarket, 2021-2031F |
11. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview, By Platform |
11.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Commercial Aviation, 2021-2031F |
11.2. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Business & General Aviation, 2021-2031F |
11.3. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, By Military Aviation, 2021-2031F |
12. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview |
12.1. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, 2021-2031F |
12.2. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
12.3. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
12.4. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
12.5. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
12.6. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
12.7. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
12.8. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
13. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview |
13.1. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, 2021-2031F |
13.2. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
13.3. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
13.4. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
13.5. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
13.6. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
13.7. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
13.8. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
14. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview |
14.1. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, 2014-2031F |
14.2. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
14.3. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
14.4. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
14.5. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
14.6. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
14.7. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
14.8. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
15. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview |
15.1. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, 2021-2031F |
15.2. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
15.3. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
15.4. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
15.5. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
15.6. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
15.7. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
15.8. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
16. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview |
16.1. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, 2021-2031F |
16.2. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
16.3. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
16.4. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
16.5. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
16.6. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
16.7. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
16.8. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
17. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Overview |
17.1. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenues, 2021-2031F |
17.2. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
17.3. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
17.4. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F |
17.5. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
17.6. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
17.7. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
17.8. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Revenue Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
18. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market Competitive Landscape |
18.1. Global Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market, By Companies, 1819 |
18.2. Asia Pacific Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market, By Companies, 1819 |
18.3. North America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market, By Companies, 1819 |
18.4. Latin America Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market, By Companies, 1819 |
18.5. Europe Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market, By Companies, 1819 |
18.7. Middle East Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market, By Companies, 1819 |
18.8. Africa Electric Aircraft Electric Power Systems Market, By Companies, 1819 |
19. Company Profiles |
20. Key Strategic Recommendations |