세계 항공기용 액추에이터 시장 규모는 2024년 96억 7,000만 달러에서 2032년 158억 2,000만 달러에 달할 것으로 예상되며, 2025-2032년의 예측 기간 동안 연평균 6.35% 성장할 것으로 예측됩니다. 항공 기술의 발전과 함께 비행 제어에 사용되는 정밀하고 효율적인 시스템이 필요해지면서 시장은 변화하고 진화하고 있습니다. 이러한 액추에이터는 날개, 랜딩 기어, 엔진 제어를 포함한 항공기 작동에 필수적입니다. 기존 유압 및 공압 액추에이터 시스템을 대체하는 전기 액추에이터로 점차 전환하고 있으며, 뛰어난 신뢰성과 유지보수 비용 절감 효과를 제공합니다.
액추에이터의 설계는 연비 효율이 높고 가벼운 항공기를 향해 진화하고 있으며, 제조업체들은 액추에이터의 성능을 향상시키기 위해 스마트 기술, 내장형 센서, 예측 기능을 추가하고 있습니다. 이를 통해 액추에이터는 실시간 모니터링과 실시간 테스트가 가능해져 유지보수 다운타임을 줄이고 안전성을 향상시킬 수 있습니다. 생산 공정 또한 적층 가공을 포함한 혁신적인 제조 공정의 개선을 통해 신뢰성과 재현성을 향상시킴으로써 진화하고 있습니다.
예를 들어, 2025년 2월, Godrej & Boyce Pvt. Ltd.는 인도의 AMCA(Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) 프로그램을 위한 비행 제어 액추에이터를 개발하기 위해 자사의 항공우주 부문이 ADA와 합의각서를 체결했다고 Aero India 2025에서 발표했습니다.
세계의 항공기용 액추에이터(Aircraft Actuator) 시장에 대해 조사 분석했으며, 시장 규모와 예측, 시장 역학, 주요 기업 개요 등의 정보를 전해드립니다.
Global aircraft actuators market is projected to witness a CAGR of 6.35% during the forecast period 2025-2032, growing from USD 9.67 billion in 2024 to USD 15.82 billion in 2032. The aircraft actuators market is undergoing transformation and evolution with the advancement of aviation technologies, as the market requires precise and efficient systems for flight control. These actuators are crucial for operating an airplane, which includes controlling the flight surfaces, landing gear, and engine. With the gradual shift toward electric-powered actuators replacing the old hydraulic and pneumatic actuator systems, providing better reliability and lower maintenance costs.
Actuator designs are evolving towards fuel-efficient, lightweight aircraft with manufacturers adding smart technologies, embedded sensors, and predictive capabilities to improve actuator performance. Therefore, actuators are becoming more agile with real-time monitoring in addition to now being capable of offering real-time testing, thus shortening maintenance downtime and improving safety. Production processes are also evolving through innovative manufacturing process improvements, including additive manufacturing, and achieving reliability and repeatability.
For instance, in February 2025, Godrej & Boyce Pvt. Ltd. announced that the aerospace division has signed a Memorandum of Association with ADA at Aero India 2025 to develop flight control actuators for India's AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) program, which encourage indigenous manufacturing and would enhance India's position in the global market for aircraft actuators.
Rising Military Investments Fuel Market Growth
The market for aircraft actuators has grown significantly because of an increase in military spending for modernization initiatives. The worldwide defense sector is adding additional budget resources to its military aircraft, together with drones and advanced weapons systems. The growing worldwide military expenditures will trigger the expansion of the aircraft actuators market, which will provide the opportunity for manufacturers to develop state-of-the-art solutions. Military aircraft will achieve better precision and reliability through ongoing actuator design improvements, which reinforce the essential role of actuators in present-day defense systems. Actuators serve as essential elements in systems by delivering precise motion control functions for flight surfaces and landing gear, and deployment systems of new weapons. The aircraft actuators market will expand extensively because of rising worldwide military spending levels, which allow manufacturers to design advanced solutions. Military aircraft will gain improved precision and reliability through ongoing actuator design improvements that enhance operational effectiveness, which demonstrates the important role of actuators in present-day defense systems.
For instance, in January 2025, Air Industries Group received a USD 5.9 million order to supply actuators for U.S. Air Force F-5/T-38 aircraft, demonstrating the strong, ongoing need for high-performance actuators in defense and aerospace sectors worldwide.
Advancement in Materials Drives the Global Aircraft Actuators Market
In the aircraft actuators market, there have been rapid changes from evolving aerospace actuators. Manufacturers of actuators in the market will continue to improve reliability for many new systems while reducing the overall weight of the aircraft. In addition, the advanced hydraulic systems, titanium alloys, and high-performance electric systems have been developed to endure extreme temperatures and environmental conditions while increasing longevity, driving the global aircraft actuators market demand in the forecast period. Smart materials, such as shape-memory alloys or piezoelectric sources, will allow modern actuators to respond to operational demands in real-time. More electric aircraft will also lead to service industry innovations regarding materials and actuators. As aviation integrates electrical actuators, the industry will be looking for components that can withstand high-power electrical loads with minimal heat loss and minimal efficiency, propelling global market growth. Manufacturers have been working on new actuator research and development ideas to integrate embedded sensors and self-healing materials. This will provide better predictive maintenance capabilities and reduce maintenance time.
For instance, in April 2025, Volz Servos GmbH & Co. KG received the EN/AS 9100 certifications for their aviation-grade actuator design and production quality to enhance their position as a certified safety-critical component provider for the global aerospace supply chain.
Electric Actuators Dominate the Aircraft Actuators Market
Electric actuators dominate the global aircraft actuators market due to rising awareness concerning sustainability, stringent government rules and regulations, and climate change. Aerospace manufacturers are looking for portable, efficient, and maintainable solutions, and electric actuators are quickly replacing hydraulic and pneumatic solutions. Electric actuators can also be used for applications with high precision and reliable results, such as flight control surfaces, landing gear operation, and engine control. Hydraulic actuators require a great amount of repairing, constant maintenance, and need to add fluid reservoirs, etc., which adds a lot of complexity and accordingly cost and operation, projected to limit the electric actuation market growth. Whereas, the electric actuators are more streamlined and lessening design complexity, making most aircraft more readily transferred to next-generation fly-by-wire aircraft and eVTOL technologies, which is further expected to foster the global electric actuators market growth in the forecast period.
For instance, in November 2024, Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd., and Vertical Aerospace Ltd. announced the collaboration of their eVTOL assembly as Hanwha assumes complete responsibility for the VX4 electric taxi actuation systems, solidifying their lead in the global urban air mobility electric aircraft actuators market.
North America Dominates the Aircraft Actuators Market
North America holds the largest share due to an advanced aerospace industry, a strong defense sector, and investments in technological innovation. The region is home to the largest aircraft manufacturers and defense contractors, several innovative research institutions, all aiding in the improvement of aircraft actuator technology. Large commercial and military aircraft programs are in demand for drivers for aircraft actuators in North America. Leading aerospace companies are already integrating actuators with high-performance capability into next-generation aircraft to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety. With the growing focus on electrification in aviation, the North America market for electro-hydrostatic and electric actuators is rapidly expanding, with more applications of those technologies being used in necessarily outfitted aircraft systems. Military applications have contributed significantly to the growth of aircraft actuators, with North America continuing to show valid defense investments and a need to update assets with new procurement programs for the procurement of advanced fighter jets, unmanned aerial vehicles, and surveillance options.
For instance, in October 2024, Toyota Motor Corporation made an investment of USD 500 million in Joby Aviation, Inc. to expedite the certification process and mass production of electric air taxis in North America. This partnership enables Toyota to develop vital powertrain and actuation components that will enhance the regional market for aircraft actuators, which support advanced urban air mobility solutions.
Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Global Aircraft Actuators Market
Tariffs on raw materials such as aluminum and steel have incurred additional costs to manufacture products, which has led actuator suppliers to raise their prices and to source in alternative ways.
Restrictions on imports have led to delays and inefficiencies, prompting manufacturers to explore alternative suppliers and domestic production.
Companies are relocating production to regions without tariffs and working to change the way people do global trade and competition.
Rising costs have driven aerospace firms to invest in advanced materials and energy-efficient actuator technologies to mitigate the financial impact.
Key Players Landscape and Outlook
The companies in the market promote technological development, which leads to aerospace system improvements. The top manufacturers dedicate their resources to producing actuator systems that deliver enhanced aircraft performance while increasing operational safety and reliability. The aerospace sector currently experiences a transition from hydraulic and pneumatic systems to electromechanical and smart actuators because they enhance fuel efficiency and decrease maintenance expenses. The major aerospace companies, together with actuator suppliers, are actively investing in research and development to develop advanced solutions that support the aviation industry's drive toward electric aircraft operations. The implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) together with predictive maintenance technologies has revolutionized actuator operations by providing instant diagnostic capabilities and operational performance improvement. Aircraft production growth, along with military modernization, drives the market forward as the industry pursues lightweight and energy-efficient components.
For instance, in July 2024, Electra.aero, Inc. nominated Honeywell International Inc. to supply flight control computers and electromechanical actuators for its hybrid-electric eVTOL aircraft, highlighting the shift toward lighter, more reliable electric actuators, mirroring global trends in the advanced air mobility and aircraft actuators market.
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Companies mentioned above DO NOT hold any order as per market share and can be changed as per information available during research work.