Military Rotorcraft Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Military Rotorcraft Market Report is Segmented by Type (Attack Helicopters, Transport Helicopters, and Multi-Mission and Training Helicopters) and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value in USD for all the Above Segments.

Military Rotorcraft Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Military Rotorcraft Market Size

Military Rotorcraft Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 8.89 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 9.91 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 2.20 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration High

Major Players

Military Rotorcraft Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Military Rotorcraft Market Analysis

The Military Rotorcraft Market size is estimated at USD 8.89 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 9.91 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 2.2% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The increasing military spending of several countries globally due to geopolitical tensions and border issues is accelerating the procurement of new helicopters to enhance their aerial and defense capabilities. In addition, various countries are investing in modernizing existing helicopters with the latest equipment to extend the operational life of the helicopters and also to strengthen their capabilities. Such investments into procurement and modernization of the military helicopter fleet are expected to propel the market growth during the forecast period.

In addition to procurement and fleet modernization, several governments and armed forces are investing in developing new helicopter models with advanced sensor suites for situational awareness, communication, and weapon systems. Such investments into developing new helicopter programs are anticipated to boost the market's growth in the future.

The increasing need to deploy unmanned aerial surveillance assets over hostile airspace to prevent damage or danger to expensive manned helicopters is driving the adoption of UAVs by various countries. Besides ISR missions, UAVs can carry out various combat target acquisition and search and rescue missions. The rise in demand for UAVs is majorly driven by the safety of the crew members in non-combat missions. The procurement cost of UAVs is much lower than that of helicopters used for the same mission, resulting in the acquisition of these unmanned platforms in developing countries. This factor is expected to hamper market growth.

However, the changing nature of modern warfare, characterized by asymmetric threats and complex operational environments, necessitates the need for highly adaptable and flexible platforms poised to create future market opportunities.

Military Rotorcraft Industry Overview

The military rotorcraft market is consolidated, with few players accounting for most of the market share. Lockheed Martin Corporation, The Boeing Company, Textron Inc., Rostec State Corporation, and Leonardo S.p.A are some of the prominent players in the market. 

With support from the government, these companies are increasing their geographic presence in the market through innovations and contracts with government agencies and armed forces in various regions. For instance, in March 2024, Leonardo S.p.A unveiled its new AW249 attack helicopter. The AW249 can perform missions such as aerial escort, intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR), close air support, and air interdiction.

In addition to international players, local players like Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd, and Turkish Aerospace, among others, are entering the market of military helicopters by developing new and advanced helicopter models. The long-term contracts of helicopter OEMs with various country's armed forces for developing and delivering new helicopter programs are expected to help them increase their footprint in the market during the forecast period.

Military Rotorcraft Market Leaders

  1. The Boeing Company

  2. Textron Inc.

  3. Lockheed Martin Corporation

  4. Rostec State Corporation

  5. Leonardo S.p.A

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Military Rotorcraft Market Concentration
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Military Rotorcraft Market News

  • April 2024: Greece's MoD signed a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) to procure 35 Sikorsky’s UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters under the US’s foreign military sale.
  • December 2023: The Republic of Korea signed a contract with Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI) to produce its second batch of light-armed helicopters (LAH) for USD 1.1 billion. The helicopters are scheduled to be delivered from 2025 to 2028.

Military Rotorcraft Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
  • 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Type
    • 5.1.1 Attack Helicopters
    • 5.1.2 Transport Helicopters
    • 5.1.3 Multi-mission and Training Helicopters
  • 5.2 Geography
    • 5.2.1 North America
    • 5.2.1.1 United States
    • 5.2.1.2 Canada
    • 5.2.2 Europe
    • 5.2.2.1 United Kingdom
    • 5.2.2.2 France
    • 5.2.2.3 Germany
    • 5.2.2.4 Russia
    • 5.2.2.5 Rest of Europe
    • 5.2.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.3.1 China
    • 5.2.3.2 India
    • 5.2.3.3 Japan
    • 5.2.3.4 South Korea
    • 5.2.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.4 Latin America
    • 5.2.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.2.4.2 Argentina
    • 5.2.4.3 Rest of Latin America
    • 5.2.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.2.5.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.2.5.2 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.2.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Vendor Market Share
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 Rostec State Corporation
    • 6.2.2 Lockheed Martin Corporation
    • 6.2.3 The Boeing Company
    • 6.2.4 Textron Inc.
    • 6.2.5 Airbus SE
    • 6.2.6 Leonardo S.p.A
    • 6.2.7 Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd.
    • 6.2.8 China Aviation Industry Changhe Aircraft Industry (Group) Co., Ltd.
    • 6.2.9 Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
    • 6.2.10 MD Helicopters, LLC
    • 6.2.11 Kaman Corporation
    • 6.2.12 Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc.
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Military Rotorcraft Industry Segmentation

Military rotorcraft includes all types of manned rotorcraft (or helicopters) used for military purposes. Military helicopters perform combat roles, transport troops or equipment, and perform other special missions.

The military rotorcraft market is segmented by type and geography. By type, the market is segmented into attack, transport, and multi-mission and training helicopters. In addition to procurement, the scope of the study also includes modification and upgrades as well as maintenance, repair, and overhaul of military helicopters. The report also covers the market sizes and forecasts for the military rotorcraft market in major countries across different regions. For each segment, the market size is provided in terms of value (USD).

By Type Attack Helicopters
Transport Helicopters
Multi-mission and Training Helicopters
Geography North America United States
Canada
Europe United Kingdom
France
Germany
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific China
India
Japan
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Latin America Brazil
Argentina
Rest of Latin America
Middle East and Africa Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East and Africa
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Military Rotorcraft Market Research Faqs

How big is the Military Rotorcraft Market?

The Military Rotorcraft Market size is expected to reach USD 8.89 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 2.20% to reach USD 9.91 billion by 2030.

What is the current Military Rotorcraft Market size?

In 2025, the Military Rotorcraft Market size is expected to reach USD 8.89 billion.

Who are the key players in Military Rotorcraft Market?

The Boeing Company, Textron Inc., Lockheed Martin Corporation, Rostec State Corporation and Leonardo S.p.A are the major companies operating in the Military Rotorcraft Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Military Rotorcraft Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Military Rotorcraft Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Military Rotorcraft Market.

What years does this Military Rotorcraft Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Military Rotorcraft Market size was estimated at USD 8.69 billion. The report covers the Military Rotorcraft Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Military Rotorcraft Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Military Rotorcraft Industry Report

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