Dublin, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Air Based Defense Equipment Market Outlook 2025-2034: Market Share, and Growth Analysis By Type, By Operation, By Component" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
Air Based Defense Equipment Market is valued at USD 218.1 billion in 2025. Further the market is expected to grow by a CAGR of 7.5% to reach global sales of USD 416.5 billion in 2034 
The air-based defense equipment market is a crucial sector, driven by the need for advanced aerial capabilities to maintain national security and project power. This market encompasses a wide range of equipment, including fighter jets, bombers, surveillance aircraft, drones, and associated weapon systems. These systems are designed to provide air superiority, conduct strategic bombing, gather intelligence, and support ground operations. The market is characterized by continuous technological advancements, driven by evolving threats and the need for enhanced performance.
The scope of this market extends across various defense applications, including national defense, border security, and international peacekeeping operations. The focus is on developing advanced, reliable, and effective air-based defense equipment. The adoption of advanced technologies is facilitating a shift from traditional aerial platforms to highly integrated, networked systems.
2024 has seen significant advancements in the air-based defense equipment market, with a focus on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced avionics. We've witnessed increased development and deployment of long-range drones capable of conducting surveillance and strike missions. The integration of artificial intelligence into avionics systems has improved situational awareness and decision-making for pilots.
Furthermore, there's been a noticeable increase in the development of hypersonic weapons and countermeasures. The development of next-generation stealth technology has also accelerated, improving aircraft survivability. The use of advanced materials has improved aircraft performance. The integration of directed energy weapons into air platforms has also increased.
Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, the air-based defense equipment market is expected to experience continued growth and innovation. We anticipate further advancements in autonomous aerial systems, enabling unmanned aircraft to perform complex missions independently. The integration of quantum computing will enhance radar and sensor capabilities, improving target detection and tracking. We also expect to see increased use of directed energy weapons, such as lasers and high-powered microwaves.
The rise of AI-powered swarming drones will drive the need for solutions that can coordinate and control large numbers of unmanned aircraft. Furthermore, the focus will shift towards developing more sustainable defense technologies, with efforts to reduce the environmental impact of military operations. The use of advanced electronic warfare capabilities will increase. We will also see increased focus on developing more resilient communication networks for air platforms.
Key Insights Air Based Defense Equipment Market
- Autonomous Aerial Systems: Development of unmanned aircraft capable of independent missions.
- Advanced Avionics: Integration of AI for improved situational awareness.
- Hypersonic Weapons: Development of high-speed offensive and defensive systems.
- Stealth Technology: Enhancing aircraft survivability through advanced materials and design.
- Directed Energy Weapons: Integration of lasers and high-powered microwaves.
- Geopolitical Tensions: Increasing need for advanced air defense capabilities.
- Technological Advancements: Continuous innovation in materials, sensors, and AI.
- National Security: Ensuring air superiority and defense against aerial threats.
- Military Modernization: Upgrading existing air fleets with advanced technologies.
- Cost and Complexity: Developing and maintaining advanced air-based defense equipment.
Your Takeaways From this Report
- Global Air Based Defense Equipment market size and growth projections (CAGR), 2024- 2034
- Impact of recent changes in geopolitical, economic, and trade policies on the demand and supply chain of Air Based Defense Equipment.
- Air Based Defense Equipment market size, share, and outlook across 5 regions and 27 countries, 2025- 2034.
- Air Based Defense Equipment market size, CAGR, and Market Share of key products, applications, and end-user verticals, 2025- 2034.
- Short and long-term Air Based Defense Equipment market trends, drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
- Porter's Five Forces analysis, Technological developments in the Air Based Defense Equipment market, Air Based Defense Equipment supply chain analysis.
- Air Based Defense Equipment trade analysis, Air Based Defense Equipment market price analysis, Air Based Defense Equipment Value Chain Analysis.
- Profiles of 5 leading companies in the industry- overview, key strategies, financials, and products.
- Latest Air Based Defense Equipment market news and developments.
Key Attributes:
| Report Attribute | Details |
| No. of Pages | 150 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value in 2025 | 218.1 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value by 2034 | 416.5 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.4% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
Companies Featured
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Airbus Group SE
- The Boeing Company
- Leonardo SpA
- Bae Systems Plc
- Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- Honeywell International Inc.
- Northrop Grumman Corp
- Rostec State Corporation
- Textron Inc
- Aviation Industry Corporation of China Ltd.
- General Dynamics Corp
- Thales SA
- Almaz Antey Corporation
- Safran S.A.
- PJSC United Aircraft Corporation
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd.
- United Shipbuilding Corporation
- JSC Tactical Missiles Corporation
- Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.
- Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
- Bharat Electronics Ltd.
- Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.
- Larsen & Toubro Ltd.
- JSC Rosoboronexport Ltd.
- Sukhoi Aviation Corporation
- ANTK Imeni A.N. Tupoleva
- Brazilian Multinational Aerospace Corporation
- GE Aviation Systems Ltd.
- Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Company
Air Based Defense Equipment Market Segmentation
By Type
- Military Helicopters
- Military Gliders and Drones
By Operation
- Manual
By Component
- Fire Control System
- Command and Control System
By Geography
- North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)
- Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, Vietnam, Rest of APAC)
- The Middle East and Africa (Middle East, Africa)
- South and Central America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of SCA)
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