Commercial Aircraft Landing Gear Market Size, Forecast 2030

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Commercial Aircraft Landing Gear Market Size and Share

Market Overview

Study Period	2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025)	USD 4.22 Billion
Market Size (2030)	USD 6.87 Billion
Growth Rate (2025 - 2030)	10.24% CAGR
Fastest Growing Market	Middle East and Africa
Largest Market	North America
Market Concentration	Medium
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Commercial Aircraft Landing Gear Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The commercial aircraft landing gear market reached USD 4.22 billion in 2025 and is projected to rise to USD 6.87 billion by 2030, translating into a 10.24% CAGR. Strong demand for fuel-efficient fleets, continued production ramp-up at Boeing and Airbus, and rapid advances in lightweight materials collectively propelled the commercial aircraft landing gear market. Airlines intensified fleet renewal programs to meet carbon-reduction goals. At the same time, integrated health-monitoring systems elevated landing gear from a commodity to a data-rich asset, opening new revenue streams in predictive maintenance. North America preserved leadership owing to its mature replacement cycle. Still, the Middle East and Africa emerged as the most dynamic regions as governments financed USD 1 trillion in new airport infrastructure that required large fleets of narrowbody and regional aircraft.^{[1]Source: Zawya, “Airport Show 2025 Reveals USD 1 Trillion Expansion Projects,” zawya.com}Supply-chain constraints, notably in forged titanium, kept aftermarket demand elevated and encouraged carriers to sign long-term service agreements. Consolidation among MRO providers and tier-one suppliers added competitive intensity while giving airlines more integrated support options.

Key Report Takeaways

By landing gear type, main systems held 64.20% of the commercial aircraft landing gear market share in 2024, while nose landing gear is forecast to expand at a 10.98% CAGR to 2030.
By aircraft type, narrowbody platforms led with 55.45% revenue share in 2024; regional jets are projected to grow at 10.54% CAGR through 2030.
By end user, OEM deliveries accounted for 62.54% share of the commercial aircraft landing gear market size in 2024, whereas the aftermarket segment is advancing at a 13.20% CAGR.
By sub-system, structural elements commanded a 45.65% share of the commercial aircraft landing gear market size in 2024; braking systems are set to post the fastest 11.24% CAGR.
By geography, North America captured 38.98% of the commercial aircraft landing gear market share in 2024; the Middle East and Africa is on course for a 12.45% CAGR to 2030.

Global Commercial Aircraft Landing Gear Market Trends and Insights

Drivers Impact Analysis

Driver	(~) % Impact on CAGR Forecast	Geographic Relevance	Impact Timeline
Ramp-up of commercial aircraft production post-pandemic	+2.8%	Global; concentration in North America and Europe	Medium term (2-4 years)
Fleet replacement for fuel-efficient models	+3.1%	Global; led by North America and Asia-Pacific	Long term (≥ 4 years)
Lightweight composites and titanium adoption	+1.9%	Global; early adoption in North America and Europe	Long term (≥ 4 years)
Electric taxiing architecture requirements	+1.2%	Europe and North America, expanding to Asia-Pacific	Long term (≥ 4 years)
Integrated health-monitoring sensors	+0.8%	Global; premium adoption in developed markets	Medium term (2-4 years)
MRO outsourcing surge for landing gear overhaul	+2.2%	Global; concentration in Asia-Pacific and Middle East	Short term (≤ 2 years)

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Ramp-up of commercial aircraft production post-pandemic

Boeing and Airbus published delivery targets that implied more than 87,000 airplanes through 2043, yet persistent shortages in forgings and fasteners slowed near-term output. A US Government Accountability Office survey showed 60% of component suppliers struggling with timely deliveries, forcing airlines to keep airframes in service longer.^{[2]Source: US Government Accountability Office, “Aviation Manufacturing Supply Chain Issues,” gao.gov} That lag boosted long-term service agreements and lifted activity across independent MROs. As build rates recover, unit demand for main and nose gear assemblies will rise because each new aircraft order triggers one complete shipset, shielding the commercial aircraft landing gear market from cyclical turbulence.

Fleet replacement for fuel-efficient models

More restrictive emissions standards and high fuel costs drove carriers to accelerate the retirement of older jets. Boeing estimated 21,100 replacements among the 43,975 deliveries it envisioned through 2043, underscoring a structural pivot toward new-technology fleets. Carbon brakes manufactured by Safran eliminated up to 320 kg per aircraft, fed directly into fuel-burn models, and reduced landing gear overhaul frequency.^{[3]Source: Safran Group, “Boeing 737 NG/MAX Carbon Brake,” safran-group.com} Airlines began specifying advanced gear options at the point of order rather than retrofitting later, strengthening OEM orderbooks while widening the technology gap with legacy systems.

Lightweight composites and titanium adoption

Material science breakthroughs moved landing gear beyond traditional 300M steel. Carpenter Technology’s AerMet 310 delivered superior strength and corrosion resistance, enabling slimmer structures without sacrificing load capacity. At the same time, geopolitical risks in Russian titanium supply compelled aerospace primes to dual-source sponge from new entrants in Saudi Arabia and the United States. These shifts marginally increased production costs but unlocked multi-year weight-saving benefits that justified rapid adoption by airframers and carriers.

Electric taxiing architecture requirements

European regulators intensified pressure to curb ground emissions, making electric taxi concepts such as IAI’s semi-robotic TaxiBot and L-3’s wheel-integrated GreenTaxi viable for line-fit programs. Clean Aviation funded TRL 6 testing of an electrical nose landing gear system able to eliminate dedicated hydraulic circuits. Adopters recorded up to 97% fuel-burn reduction during taxi on a B747, putting gear manufacturers at the center of airline sustainability strategies.

Restraints Impact Analysis

Restraint	(~) % Impact on CAGR Forecast	Geographic Relevance	Impact Timeline
High cost of advanced materials and processes	-1.8%	Global, with acute impact in emerging markets	Medium term (2-4 years)
Supply-chain bottlenecks in critical forgings	-2.1%	Global, concentrated in North America and Europe	Short term (≤ 2 years)
Certification delays for additive-manufactured components	-1.3%	Global, with regulatory focus in North America and Europe	Long term (≥ 4 years)
Environmental scrutiny of chromium plating	-0.9%	Global, with stringent enforcement in Europe and North America	Medium term (2-4 years)

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High cost of advanced materials and processes

Prices for aerospace-grade titanium spiked amid geopolitical tension, stretching budgets for carriers in price-sensitive regions and smaller OEMs that lack purchasing power. Certification hurdles around additive manufacturing also lengthened development cycles and offset projected cost savings. The economic risk of widening the gap between premium products and cost-optimized alternatives, potentially delaying fleet upgrades in developing markets.

Supply-chain bottlenecks in critical forgings

Heavy press capacity for large-diameter titanium forgings remained scarce, creating persistent lead-time inflation. Boston Consulting Group found that each month of delay in raw material availability added two months to final assembly schedules for landing gear shipsets. Tier-one suppliers responded by expanding dual-sourcing and investing in new facilities, but the sluggish ramp left airlines holding higher spares inventory and dampened near-term growth potential.

Segment Analysis

By Landing Gear Type: Main Systems Drive Volume

Main landing gear systems represented 64.20% of 2024 revenue, carrying the structural loads defining aircraft take-off weight limits. This sizeable slice of the commercial aircraft landing gear market enabled tier-one suppliers to spread R&D costs across high-value assemblies. Skeletonized beams made of titanium alloys and high-strength steels reduced weight while maintaining fatigue life, generating incremental performance gains valued by airlines.

The nose-gear segment showed a 10.98% CAGR outlook because innovations such as integrated electrical actuation and real-time weight-and-balance sensors concentrated in that part of the gear train. The commercial aircraft landing gear market size for nose systems is expected to expand rapidly, attracting new entrants specializing in electromechanical components. Suppliers leveraged lower technical entry barriers and shorter certification cycles than main assemblies, increasing competition yet accelerating overall technology adoption.

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By Aircraft Type: Narrowbody Dominance Amid Regional Resurgence

Narrowbody programs, led by the B737 MAX and A320neo families, delivered a 55.45% share of 2024 revenue, underlining their pivotal role in the commercial aircraft landing gear market. Higher build rates translated directly into shipset demand and gave main-gear suppliers predictable volume through the decade.

Regional jets posted a projected 10.54% CAGR to 2030, powered by Embraer’s E2 program and new route-optimization strategies in secondary markets. The commercial aircraft landing gear market size for regional jets will close part of the gap with narrowbodies, particularly in Asia-Pacific and North America, where slot-constrained airports favor smaller-gauge aircraft.

By End User: Aftermarket Acceleration Outpaces OEM Growth

OEM deliveries still generated 62.54% of 2024 revenue, yet the aftermarket posted a 13.20% CAGR projection that exceeds OEM growth. Airlines relied on extended lifecycles to bridge delayed new-build arrivals, lifting overhaul events at independent and captive MRO shops.

The commercial aircraft landing gear market continues shifting toward integrated service packages such as Boeing’s Landing Gear Exchange Program, which swaps time-expired units for fresh-overhauled shipsets to minimize downtime. Consolidators like GA Telesis captured synergies by pairing teardown inventory with repair capabilities, prompting OEMs to counter with alliances that secure long-term parts supply.

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By Sub-Systems: Structural Leadership Faces Braking Innovation

Structural elements accounted for 45.65% of 2024 revenue because they encompass shock-absorber cylinders, trunnions, and braces that command the highest raw-material mass. The commercial aircraft landing gear market share of structures should erode slightly as braking systems advance.

Braking systems were forecast to grow at an 11.24% CAGR thanks to rapid carbon-disk penetration, which delivered weight, durability, and cooling advantages over steel brakes. The commercial aircraft landing gear market size is tied to brakes, therefore, offers suppliers a premium margin niche while complementing airlines’ sustainability targets.

Geography Analysis

North America retained a 38.98% share in 2024, supported by a deep installed base of single-aisle jets and a robust overhaul ecosystem spanning Oklahoma City, Miami, and Montreal. The region’s carriers locked in multi-year service agreements to hedge against supply-chain volatility, stabilizing demand for the commercial aircraft landing gear market.

Europe followed with steady mid-single-digit growth. Airbus accelerated gear-shipset orders to feed its A321neo expansion, while sustainability legislation fast-tracked electric taxi programs. EU research funding under Clean Aviation lowered technology-validation risk and broadened supplier participation in the commercial aircraft landing gear market.

The Middle East and Africa are on track for the quickest 12.45% CAGR through 2030 as states invest USD 1 trillion in new airports and carriers such as Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, and Saudia expand route networks. Boeing predicted Africa’s fleet would double, creating a sizeable incremental pool for the commercial aircraft landing gear market.

Asia-Pacific mirrored this expansion pattern, anchored by Indian and Indonesian airport programs. State-backed financing and fast-growing low-cost carriers placed large narrowbody orders, lifting forward demand for landing gear and aftermarket support. South America recorded moderate growth, hindered by macroeconomic headwinds, yet benefited from fleet modernization at Avianca, LATAM, and GOL.

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Competitive Landscape

Safran, RTX Corporation's Collins Aerospace, and Liebherr formed the sector's backbone. Safran captured incremental wins through its carbon brake portfolio and global MRO expansion, which topped EUR 1 billion (USD 1.15 billion) by late 2024. Collins widened DURACARB adoption on B737 NG platforms, touting weight savings of 700 lbs per chipset, a compelling value proposition for fuel-sensitive operators.

Acquisition activity reshaped the competitive field. Platinum Equity's USD 1.35 billion take-private of Héroux-Devtek created new scale and capital access for product development. GA Telesis's USD 51 million purchase of AAR's gear-repair unit signaled aftermarket consolidation. Meanwhile, Tier-two machine shops pursued vertical integration to secure forging supply and insulate against raw-material shocks.

Technology investment emerged as a key differentiator. Integrated health-monitoring solutions, carbon-fiber reinforcement for torque links, and electro-hydrostatic actuators positioned innovators to win sole-source positions on future programs. Suppliers that matched products with long-term service packages gained negotiation leverage, reflecting a business model pivot that emphasized lifecycle economics over point sales.

Commercial Aircraft Landing Gear Industry Leaders

Safran SA
Honeywell International Inc.
RTX Corporartion
Liebherr-International Deutschland GmbH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Recent Industry Developments

June 2025: Safran Landing Systems and Revima renewed their long-term agreement to enhance Revima’s landing gear repair and overhaul facilities in France and Thailand. The partnership includes spare parts supply, access to OEM technical publications, and engineering support for maintaining landing gears across various Airbus aircraft, strengthening their collaboration in the aviation sector.
April 2025: GA Telesis, LLC acquired AAR CORP.’s Landing Gear Overhaul and Wheels and Brakes business units. The operations, rebranded as GA Telesis Landing Gear Services, strengthen its landing gear MRO capabilities for Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, and Embraer aircraft, making it the largest independent landing gear MRO in the Americas.
October 2024: AEM/AMETEK MRO signed a Landing Gear Service Agreement with Liebherr-Aerospace to provide landing gear MRO services for Embraer E-Jet E1 operators in the EMEA region, focusing on the E190 platform. This collaboration enhances landing gear support as air traffic demand rises post-pandemic.

Table of Contents for Commercial Aircraft Landing Gear Industry Report

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET LANDSCAPE

4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.2.1 Ramp-up of commercial aircraft production post-pandemic
- 4.2.2 Fleet replacement for fuel-efficient models
- 4.2.3 Lightweight composites and titanium adoption
- 4.2.4 Electric taxiing architecture requirements
- 4.2.5 Integrated health-monitoring sensors
- 4.2.6 MRO outsourcing surge for landing gear overhaul
4.3 Market Restraints
- 4.3.1 High cost of advanced materials and processes
- 4.3.2 Supply-chain bottlenecks in critical forgings
- 4.3.3 Certification delays for additive-manufactured components
- 4.3.4 Environmental scrutiny of chromium plating
4.4 Value Chain Analysis
4.5 Regulatory Landscape
4.6 Technological Outlook
4.7 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 4.7.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.7.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.7.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.7.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.7.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SIZE AND GROWTH FORECASTS (VALUE)

5.1 By Landing Gear Type
- 5.1.1 Main Landing Gear
- 5.1.2 Nose Landing Gear
5.2 By Aircraft Type
- 5.2.1 Narrowbody
- 5.2.2 Widebody
- 5.2.3 Regional Jet
5.3 By End User
- 5.3.1 OEM
- 5.3.2 Aftermarket (MRO, Retrofits)
5.4 By Sub-Systems
- 5.4.1 Actuation System
- 5.4.2 Steering System
- 5.4.3 Braking System
- 5.4.4 Strutural System
- 5.4.5 Other Sub-Systems
5.5 By Geography
- 5.5.1 North America
- 5.5.1.1 United States
- 5.5.1.2 Canada
- 5.5.1.3 Mexico
- 5.5.2 Asia-Pacific
- 5.5.2.1 China
- 5.5.2.2 Japan
- 5.5.2.3 India
- 5.5.2.4 South Korea
- 5.5.2.5 Australia
- 5.5.2.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.5.3 South America
- 5.5.3.1 Brazil
- 5.5.3.2 Rest of South America
- 5.5.4 Europe
- 5.5.4.1 United Kingdom
- 5.5.4.2 Germany
- 5.5.4.3 France
- 5.5.4.4 Italy
- 5.5.4.5 Spain
- 5.5.4.6 Russia
- 5.5.4.7 Rest of Europe
- 5.5.5 Middle East and Africa
- 5.5.5.1 Middle East
- 5.5.5.1.1 Israel
- 5.5.5.1.2 United Arab Emirates
- 5.5.5.1.3 Rest of Middle East
- 5.5.5.2 Africa
- 5.5.5.2.1 South Africa
- 5.5.5.2.2 Rest of Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

6.1 Market Concentration
6.2 Strategic Moves
6.3 Market Share Analysis
6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share for key companies, Products and Services, and Recent Developments)
- 6.4.1 Safran SA
- 6.4.2 Collins Aerospace (RTX Corporation)
- 6.4.3 Liebherr-International Deutschland GmbH
- 6.4.4 Parker-Hannifin Corporation
- 6.4.5 Héroux-Devtek Inc.
- 6.4.6 Triumph Group, Inc.
- 6.4.7 Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd.
- 6.4.8 CIRCOR International, Inc.
- 6.4.9 Magellan Aerospace Corporation
- 6.4.10 REVIMA Group
- 6.4.11 Crane Company
- 6.4.12 GKN plc
- 6.4.13 APPH Limited
- 6.4.14 Eaton Corporation plc
- 6.4.15 Moog Inc.
- 6.4.16 Honeywell International Inc.
- 6.4.17 Sika Interplant Systems Limited

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES ANDFUTURE OUTLOOK

7.1 White-space and Unmet-Need Assessment

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Global Commercial Aircraft Landing Gear Market Report Scope

Landing gears provide a suspension system to the aircraft during taxiing, take-off, and landing while facilitating braking and direction control through the provisions of integrating supportive systems for the aircraft.

The commercial aircraft landing gear market is segmented by landing gear type, aircraft type, and geography. By landing gear type, the market is segmented into nose landing gear and main landing gear. The market is segmented by aircraft type into narrowbody, widebody, and regional jets. The report also covers the market sizes and forecasts for the commercial aircraft landing gear market in major countries across different regions. The market size is provided for each segment in terms of value (USD).

By Landing Gear Type	Main Landing Gear
	Nose Landing Gear
By Aircraft Type	Narrowbody
	Widebody
	Regional Jet
By End User	OEM
	Aftermarket (MRO, Retrofits)
By Sub-Systems	Actuation System
	Steering System
	Braking System
	Strutural System
	Other Sub-Systems

By Geography	North America	United States
		Canada
		Mexico

	Asia-Pacific	China
		Japan
		India
		South Korea
		Australia
		Rest of Asia-Pacific

	South America	Brazil
		Rest of South America

	Europe	United Kingdom
		Germany
		France
		Italy
		Spain
		Russia
		Rest of Europe

	Middle East and Africa	Middle East	Israel
			United Arab Emirates
			Rest of Middle East

		Africa	South Africa
			Rest of Africa

By Landing Gear Type

Main Landing Gear

Nose Landing Gear

By Aircraft Type

Narrowbody

Widebody

Regional Jet

By End User

OEM

Aftermarket (MRO, Retrofits)

By Sub-Systems

Actuation System

Steering System

Braking System

Strutural System

Other Sub-Systems

By Geography

North America	United States
	Canada
	Mexico
Asia-Pacific	China
	Japan
	India
	South Korea
	Australia
	Rest of Asia-Pacific
South America	Brazil
	Rest of South America
Europe	United Kingdom
	Germany
	France
	Italy
	Spain
	Russia
	Rest of Europe

Middle East and Africa	Middle East	Israel
		United Arab Emirates
		Rest of Middle East

	Africa	South Africa
		Rest of Africa

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Key Questions Answered in the Report

What was the commercial aircraft landing gear market size in 2025?

The commercial aircraft landing gear market reached USD 4.22 billion in 2025 and is projected to rise to USD 6.87 billion by 2030, translating into a 10.24% CAGR.

Which landing gear sub-system is growing the fastest?

Braking systems are projected to expand at an 11.24% CAGR to 2030 due to rapid carbon-disk adoption.

Why is the Middle East and Africa the fastest-growing region?

Governments budgeted about USD 1 trillion for new airports, leading to higher aircraft orders and a 12.45% regional CAGR.

How are airlines mitigating supply-chain delays for landing gear?

Carriers increasingly sign long-term exchange agreements and rely on independent MROs to keep older gear in service.

Which materials are transforming landing gear design?

High-strength titanium alloys, AerMet 310 steel derivatives, and carbon-fiber composites are reducing weight while preserving fatigue life.

What role does predictive maintenance play in this market?

Integrated health-monitoring sensors feed real-time data to analytics platforms, cutting unplanned downtime and reshaping aftermarket revenue models.