Civil Helicopter Market Trends

Global Civil Helicopter Market Overview

Civil Helicopter Market Size was valued at USD 12.5184836203095 Billion in 2022. The Civil Helicopter market industry is projected to grow from USD 12.9514406737155 Billion in 2024 to USD 17.0 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.46% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). A rise in the demand for rotorcraft from the oil and gas industry as well as an increase in the use of helicopters for search and rescue (SAR), emergency medical services (EMS), law enforcement, public safety, and firefighting activities, are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Civil Helicopter Market Trends

• Growing demand in developing countries is driving the market growth

For uses like law enforcement, onshore and offshore transportation, tourism, wildlife observation, and emergency medical services (EMS), helicopter demand has increased recently. The need for civil helicopters for law enforcement is anticipated to increase as a result of the rising crime rate in a number of nations, including Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, and Afghanistan. The Small Arms Survey estimates that 560,000 individuals died worldwide in 2016 as a result of individual and group violence. The homicide rate climbed between 2015 and 2016 for the first time since 2004, rising from 5.11 to 5.15 per 100,000 people. Helicopters are being used more frequently by law enforcement authorities in developing nations for surveillance and search and rescue operations. Other common uses of helicopters include tourism and wildlife preservation. Over time, developing nations like China, India, and South Africa have become major tourist destinations, increasing demand for civil helicopters for travel and recreation. By 2028, it is anticipated that India will receive USD 30 million in foreign visitor arrivals, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation. Therefore, it is anticipated that over the forecast period, the growth of the worldwide civil helicopter market will be driven by an increase in crime rates, an increase in the number of offshore oil rigs, and the expansion of the tourism sector in developing nations.

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The employment of helicopters in law enforcement, public safety, and firefighting operations is predicted to increase, as is their use in search and rescue (SAR), emergency medical services (EMS), and other activities. The oil and gas industry is predicted to boost its need for rotorcraft for a variety of marine applications. A number of variables, including width, cabinet size, product information, and the advancement of operating technology, have a significant impact on the demand for new helicopters. With the replacement of older helicopters, factors like high maintenance costs, operational erosion, contract change cycles, and safety concerns are anticipated to persist. It is anticipated that the necessity to replace outdated helicopters, particularly in older markets, will present chances for market expansion. Particularly for business and leisure travel, air travel has grown to be a significant component of travel. When it comes to accessing remote locations, traditional transportation methods like roads and railroads meet difficulties, giving rotorcraft an advantage and room to flourish. Thus, driving the Civil Helicopter market revenue.

Civil Helicopter Market Segment Insights

Civil Helicopter Engine Type Insights

The Civil Helicopter market segmentation, based on Engine typae, includes single engine and twin engine. Single engine segment dominated the market in 2022. In contrast to fixed-wing aircraft, single-engine helicopters are utilised for tasks that involve flying at low altitudes. These are also used in challenging settings.

Civil Helicopter Weight Insights

The Civil Helicopter market segmentation, based on weight, includes light helicopters, intermediate helicopters, medium helicopters, and large & heavy helicopters. Medium helicopters segment dominated the market in 2022. Medium helicopters are a popular transportation choice for getting to isolated areas, and they are indispensable in helping life-saving SAR missions and other medical situations. The impact of medium civil helicopters is projected to be driven by cost effectiveness, mission diversity, and a shorter maintenance cycle.

Civil Helicopter Ownership Insights

The Civil Helicopter market segmentation, based on Ownership, includes owned and rental. Rental segment dominated the Civil Helicopter market in 2022. This is explained by the rise in demand for civil helicopters across all end-use industries.

Figure 1: Civil Helicopter Market, by Ownership, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Civil Helicopter End Use Insights

The Civil Helicopter market segmentation, based on End Use, includes law enforcement, onshore & offshore transportation, forestry & wildlife conservation, helicopter emergency medical service, search & rescue, training services, and others. Law enforcement segment dominated the Civil Helicopter market in 2022. The key market participants are actively monitoring the demand for rotorcraft in a variety of commercial operations, including medical evacuation, police missions, and other law enforcement applications. From patrolling and surveillance to search and drug interdiction or rescue, Airbus can support a range of operations.

Civil Helicopter Regional Insights

By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The North America Civil Helicopter Market dominated this market in 2022 (45.80%). An estimated 33% of the civil helicopter fleet in operation worldwide is in North America. The US is a more significant contribution to the North American market than Canada since many operators there are aiming to broaden the range of applications for helicopters. Civil helicopters are employed in North America for a variety of tasks, including charter services, scenic flights, and search and rescue operations. With operators offering a variety of services to promote tourism and air travel, charter services are becoming more and more well-liked. Further, the U.S. Civil Helicopter market held the largest market share, and the Canada Civil Helicopter market was the fastest growing market in the North America region.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2: CIVIL HELICOPTER MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Europe Civil Helicopter market accounted for the healthy market share in 2022. The Clean Sky region, a collaboration between the European Commission, the private sector, and the European aviation sector, offers cutting-edge technology for building ecologically friendly and silent flying aircraft. Further, the German Civil Helicopter market held the largest market share, and the U.K Civil Helicopter market was the fastest growing market in the European region

The Asia Pacific Civil Helicopter market is expected to register significant growth from 2023 to 2032. Air ambulance, air travel, law enforcement, aerial photography, and emergency rescue services are just a few of the uses for helicopters. A simple adjustment to the helicopter's specifications allows for the practise, which encourages pilots from a variety of professions to buy brand-new helicopters. Moreover, China’s Civil Helicopter market held the largest market share and the Indian Civil Helicopter market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Civil Helicopter Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the Civil Helicopter market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, Civil Helicopter industry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the Civil Helicopter industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Civil Helicopter industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Civil Helicopter market, including Airbus SAS, Aviation Industry Corporation of China, Textron Inc, Enstrom Helicopter Corporation, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd, Leonardo SpA, Lockheed Martin Corporation, MD Helicopters Inc., Robinson Helicopter Company, Russian Helicopters, and JSC, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development Engine Types.

The Indian government owns Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), a business that specialises in aerospace and defence. For both the military and civil industries, the firm develops, produces, manufactures, and sells aircraft, helicopters, avionics, and communications equipment. Additionally, it offers assistance, maintenance, and repairs for aeroplanes. HAL sells aerospace equipment, cutting-edge communication, and navigational aids in addition to accessories for aeroplanes, helicopters, and aero engines. HAL provides services to the Mauritius Police Force, Boeing, Airbus, the Indian Coast Guard, the Indian Army, the Indian Navy, and the Defence Research & Development Organisation. The business is run through an Indian network of production sites, as well as research and design hubs. Bengaluru, Karnataka, India serves as the home base for HAL. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a state-owned aerospace and defence firm with headquarters in India, inaugurated a new production facility in Karnataka, India, in February 2023.

Elbit Systems Ltd. (Elbit Systems) creates and develops C4ISR (command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) systems and tools for the aerospace industry. Advanced electro-optic and countermeasures systems, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned surface vessels, military aircraft, airborne systems, and helicopter systems, aerostructures and systems, helmet-mounted systems, ground systems, and naval systems are all provided by the firm. Elbit Systems modernises military equipment and creates cutting-edge technology for the commercial aviation, defence, and homeland security sectors. The business operates manufacturing and assembly sites in Israel, the US, Europe, Brazil, and Australia where it produces and assembles its systems and goods. Israel's Haifa serves as the home base for Elbit Systems. Elbit Systems Ltd., a multinational defence electronics business with its headquarters in Israel, debuted a cutting-edge vision suite for military rotorcrafts (a fifth-generation aircraft technology) in July 2022.

Key Companies in the Civil Helicopter market include

• Airbus SAS


• Aviation Industry Corporation of China


• Textron Inc


• Enstrom Helicopter Corporation


• Hindustan Aeronautics Limited


• Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd


• Leonardo SpA


• Lockheed Martin Corporation


• MD Helicopters Inc.


• Robinson Helicopter Company


• Russian Helicopters


• JSC

Civil Helicopter Industry Developments

June 2022: Six European NATO members pledged funds totaling USD 28.2 million (€26.7 million) to the NATO's Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) project in Brussels, outlining their military's requirements for a new medium multi-role helicopter to replace the ones they currently own.

Civil Helicopter Market Segmentation

Civil Helicopter Engine Type Outlook

• Single Engine


• Twin Engine

Civil Helicopter Weight Outlook

• Light Helicopters


• Intermediate Helicopters


• Medium Helicopters


• Large & Heavy Helicopters

Civil Helicopter Ownership Outlook

• Owned


• Rental

Civil Helicopter End Use Outlook

• Law Enforcement


• Onshore & Offshore Transportation


• Forestry & Wildlife Conservation


• Helicopter Emergency Medical Service


• Search & Rescue


• Training Services


• Others

Civil Helicopter Regional Outlook

• North America


• US


• Canada


• Europe


• Germany


• France


• UK


• Italy


• Spain


• Rest of Europe


• Asia-Pacific


• China


• Japan


• India


• Australia


• South Korea


• Australia


• Rest of Asia-Pacific


• Rest of the World


• Middle East


• Africa


• Latin America