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As Global Demand for Aftermarket Increases, Fulfillment Must Be Met With Upcoming Technologies
13-Nov-2019
North America
Market Research
9AB0-00-73-00-00
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This analysis will evaluate the global commercial aircraft fleet and aftermarket opportunities in 2018. The commercial aerospace aftermarket is growing in line with the global commercial aircraft fleet.
The aftermarket can be divided into line maintenance, heavy check maintenance, and engine overhaul. The market segmentation is based on multiple criteria: airlines, airframe and engine OEMs, aircraft types, aircraft models, modifications, and the type of aftermarket supplier. This research highlights market trends along with technology Mega Trends and growth opportunity areas.
The United States generates the largest demand for aftermarket spending at both the regional and global levels. However, in recent years, the Asia-Pacific region has surpassed the North American region to reach the top spot, in terms of fleet size and aftermarket spending. This research study investigates the changing dynamics of the commercial aircraft fleet, the workforce that maintains the aircraft, and aircraft components in the aftermarket. In addition to regional comparisons, a comparative analysis of how countries stack up against each other, in terms of aftermarket size, is included.
This study further focuses on the trends in the global commercial aircraft aftermarket; the current commercial aircraft aftermarket spending in the country by aircraft manufacturer and aftermarket segment; and also presents a commercial aftermarket country benchmarking index globally (aftermarket size and fleet size). Finally, it offers a detailed discussion on the global commercial aftermarket outlook, including technology Mega Trends in aviation MRO, use cases to illustrate the trends, and the technology maturity curve of aftermarket service providers.
Research Scope
This study focuses only on the global commercial aerospace aftermarket.
Objectives:
- To provide a strategic review of the commercial aviation sector, both in terms of airline fleet and aftermarket spending.
- To identify market trends and technology Mega Trends that will shape the commercial fleet and aerospace aftermarket.
- To evaluate and present growth opportunities for commercial aerospace stakeholders.
Key Issues Addressed
- What is the fleet size of commercial aircraft categorized by airline type, manufacturer, category and model?
- What is the current commercial aftermarket spending by segments such as MRO, airline operator, aircraft or component OEM, and category?
- What are the trends in the global commercial aerospace aftermarket?
- What are some opportunities in specific segments of the commercial aircraft aftermarket space?
- What are the key Technology Mega Trends shaping up in the commercial aviation aftermarket sector?
Author: Timothy Kuder
Top 5 Findings—Commercial Aerospace Aftermarket
Trends—Global Commercial Aircraft Fleet
Trends—Global Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket
Commercial Aerospace Aftermarket—Regional Benchmarking
Commercial Aerospace Aftermarket—Country Benchmarking
Research Scope and Segmentation
Research Aims and Objectives
Commercial Aerospace Aftermarket Segmentation
Definitions
Key Questions this Study will Answer
Trends—Global Commercial Aircraft Fleet
Global Commercial Aircraft Fleet Size by Aircraft OEM and Category, 2019
Global Commercial Regional Aircraft Fleet Size by Type, 2019
Global Commercial Narrow-body Aircraft Fleet Size by Type, 2019
Global Commercial Wide-body Aircraft Fleet Size by Type, 2019
Global Commercial Aircraft Fleet Size by Airline Type, 2019
Global Commercial Aircraft Fleet Size by Region and Airline Operator Type, 2019
Trends—Global Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket
Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket Spending by Aircraft OEM and Category, 2018
Commercial Aircraft Spending by Aftermarket Segment
Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket Percent Spending by Segment—Airframe
Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket Percent Spending by Segment—Component
Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket Percent Spending by Segment—Engine
Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket Spending by Segment—Line Maintenance
Commercial Aircraft Aftermarket Spending by Segment—Modifications
Commercial Aerospace Aftermarket—Regional Benchmarking
Commercial Aerospace Aftermarket—Country Benchmarking
Technology Mega Trends in Commercial Aerospace
Use Case—AR Technology to Support Component Installation
Use Case—RFID-based Solutions to Track and Trace Parts
Use Case—Automation and Use of Robots to Auto Inspect and Repair Components in the Maintenance Process
Use Case—Blockchain to Enable MROs, Airlines, and OEMs to Seamlessly Share Transactions and Processes
Use Case—Big Data to Enable Predictive Maintenance Resulting in Improved Performance and Savings
Use Case—Additive Manufacturing in the Aftermarket
Growth Opportunity 1—Digitalization and Outcome-based Solutions
Growth Opportunity 2—Partnerships
Growth Opportunity 3—Talent Attraction/Retention
Growth Opportunity 4—Globalization
Growth Opportunity 5—Next-generation Platform
Strategic Imperatives for Aftermarket Companies
3 Big Predictions
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Research Scope
This study focuses only on the global commercial aerospace aftermarket.
Objectives:
- To provide a strategic review of the commercial aviation sector, both in terms of airline fleet and aftermarket spending.
- To identify market trends and technology Mega Trends that will shape the commercial fleet and aerospace aftermarket.
- To evaluate and present growth opportunities for commercial aerospace stakeholders.
Key Issues Addressed
- What is the fleet size of commercial aircraft categorized by airline type, manufacturer, category and model?
- What is the current commercial aftermarket spending by segments such as MRO, airline operator, aircraft or component OEM, and category?
- What are the trends in the global commercial aerospace aftermarket?
- What are some opportunities in specific segments of the commercial aircraft aftermarket space?
- What are the key Technology Mega Trends shaping up in the commercial aviation aftermarket sector?
Author: Timothy Kuder
| Deliverable Type | Market Research |
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| Podcast | No |
| Author | Timothy Kuder |
| Industries | Aerospace, Defence and Security |
| WIP Number | 9AB0-00-73-00-00 |
| Is Prebook | No |
| GPS Codes | 9000-A1,9831-A1 |
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