India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market

India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market, By MRO Type (Airframe, Component, Engine, Line); By Fleet Type (Widebody Jet, Narrowbody Jet, Turboprop, Regional Jet); By Region (East India, West India, South India, North India), Trend Analysis, Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2031India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market Soars to Reach USD 3.9 Billion by 2031

India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market is booming primarily due to a surging number of air passengers, increasing fleet size, and the government’s supportive policies.

BlueWeave Consulting, a leading strategic consulting and market research firm, in its recent study, estimated India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market size by value at USD 2.17 billion in 2024. During the forecast period between 2025 and 2031, BlueWeave expects India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market size to boom at a significant CAGR of 8.54%, reaching a value of USD 3.86 billion by 2031. The growth of India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market is driven by a significant surge in the number of air passengers, increasing fleet size, and the Indian central government’s supportive policies for the growth of the country’s aviation industry. The Indian civil aviation industry is one of the world’s fastest growing, with 15% yearly growth in air passengers (pre-COVID), the current strength of approximately 713 commercial aircraft, and more than 1,000 aircraft expected to be included in the coming years. It, in turn, would make India the third largest buyer of commercial airplanes, after the United States and China. A significant growth in the number of air passengers is estimated to make India the third largest air passenger market across the globe. The Indian government’s the MRO Policy 2021, National Civil Aviation Policy 2016, rationalization of GST, and the removal of Gross Turnover Tax (GTO) are expected to further boost the growth of India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market over the forecast period.

Opportunity – Digital Transformation and Operations Modernization

The India-based MRO service providers’ rapid adoption of digital solutions to modernize operations could be a major growth driver for India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market. Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and predictive analytics help companies to detect patterns, predict threats, and automate responses with greater accuracy and speed. By leveraging machine learning and big data, companies can assess operational and MRO risks in real time. This enhances decision-making and reduces human error. As digital ecosystems expand, AI-driven tools, systems, and equipment offer scalable, proactive risk solutions, making them essential for enterprises seeking real-time data for efficient decision-making.

Airframe Maintenance Segment Dominates India Aircraft MRO Market

The airframe maintenance segment holds the largest market share of India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market by MRO type, due to the India-based MROs’ competency in offering airframe maintenance services. Currently, airlines get component and engine MROs from the providers based primarily in France, Sri Lanka, Germany, Jordan, Malaysia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, and United States.

South India to Grow Fastest CAGR in India Aircraft MRO Market

South India accounts for the major market share and is also expected to grow at the fastest CAGR in India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market among the regions. Key South Indian cities, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru, are home to major domestic and international airports and also the facilities of key MRO service providers, such as AirWorks India, Air India Engineering Services Ltd (AIESL), GMR Aero Technic, SpiceJet Technic, and Turbo Jet Engines Private Limited. Hyderabad, in particular, is evolving as a significant destination for MRO providers. For instance, in November 2025, Safran Aircraft Engine Services India (SAESI), one of the first global MRO hubs for LEAP (Leading Edge Aviation Propulsion) engines that are used in Airbus A320neo & Boeing 737 MAX), was inaugurated at the GMR Aerospace Park in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market

Escalating geopolitical tensions could significantly impact India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market by increasing uncertainties across air traffic, air passengers’ travel plans, tourism, financial, trade, and supply chain domains. Rising global conflicts and protectionist policies heighten exposure to currency volatility, inflation, and capital outflows. These risks compel Indian enterprises to adopt more robust frameworks. Regulatory bodies and MROs are also intensifying monitoring efforts to mitigate risks associated with uncertainties across the world.

Competitive Landscape

India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market is highly fragmented, with numerous players serving the market. Major companies dominating the market include AIESL (Air India Engineering Services Ltd), The Air Works Group, Bird ExecuJet Airport Services Pvt Ltd, Deccan Charters Ltd, GE Aviation India, GMR Aero Technic (GAT), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Indamer Aviation Private Limited, Lufthansa Technik Services India, Max MRO Services Pvt Ltd, Taj Air, and Taneja Aerospace & Aviation Ltd. The key marketing strategies adopted by the players are facility expansion, product diversification, alliances, collaborations, partnerships, and acquisitions to expand their customer reach and gain a competitive edge over their competitors in India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market.

The report's in-depth analysis provides information about growth potential, upcoming trends, and India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market statistics. It also highlights the factors driving forecasts of total market size. The report promises to provide recent technology trends in India Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market, along with industry insights to help decision-makers make sound strategic decisions. Furthermore, the report also analyzes the growth drivers, challenges, and competitive dynamics of the market.

Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations play an important role in ensuring airworthiness and availability of aircrafts for the commercial and defense aviation sectors.

With a current fleet size of about 713 aircrafts and more than a 1000 aircrafts planned to be added in the near future, India is poised to become the third largest buyer of commercial planes after US and China. As a consequence of rising fleet size and conducive government policies, the Indian aerospace industry has emerged as one of the fastest expanding markets globally. Buoyed by an annual passenger growth of 15% (pre-COVID), the Indian aviation sector is expected to become the third largest air passenger market by 2024.
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