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Global Tanker Aircraft Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Publisher GlobalInfoResearch
Published Jun 18, 2025
Length 105 Pages
SKU # GFSH20110036

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Tanker Aircraft market size was valued at US$ million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD million by 2031 with a CAGR of %during review period.

A tanker aircraft, also known as an aerial tanker or air-to-air refueling aircraft, is a type of military aircraft specifically designed to provide in-flight refueling (IFR) services to other aircraft. These tanker aircraft are equipped with specialized fuel transfer systems, typically including a boom or hose and drogue system, which allow for the transfer of fuel from the tanker to receiver aircraft while both are in flight. This capability greatly extends the operational range and endurance of the receiver aircraft, allowing them to stay airborne for longer periods of time or reach destinations that would otherwise be beyond their fuel capacity. Tanker aircraft play a crucial role in military operations, as they enable strategic and tactical mobility, air superiority, and global reach for military forces around the world.

The tanker aircraft market refers to the industry that manufactures and supplies aircraft specifically designed for aerial refueling operations. These aircraft are used by military forces around the world to extend the range and endurance of their fighter jets and other aircraft by allowing them to refuel in mid-air.

The market for tanker aircraft is primarily driven by the need to enhance the capabilities of air forces and maintain a high level of strategic and tactical flexibility. Aerial refueling allows fighter jets to stay airborne longer, cover larger distances, and conduct missions that would otherwise be beyond their reach.

The main players in the tanker aircraft market include major defense contractors such as Boeing, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin. These companies design, develop, and manufacture tanker aircraft to meet the specific requirements of different countries" armed forces. They often modify existing commercial aircraft models to serve as tanker aircraft, such as the Boeing 767 and Airbus A330.

The tanker aircraft market has experienced significant growth in recent years, as countries modernize their military capabilities and seek to enhance their aerial refueling capabilities. In addition to the primary function of aerial refueling, tanker aircraft are also used for transporting passengers and cargo, as well as conducting intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.

The market for tanker aircraft is likely to continue growing in the coming years, driven by ongoing military modernization programs and the need for air forces to maintain a global reach and operational flexibility. Furthermore, the increasing demand for air-to-air refueling capabilities in emerging economies and regions with evolving security challenges is expected to further drive the tanker aircraft market"s growth.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Tanker Aircraft market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Tanker Aircraft market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Tanker Aircraft market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Tanker Aircraft market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Tanker Aircraft market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Tanker Aircraft

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Tanker Aircraft market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Boeing, BAE Systems PLC, Airbus, Cobham Plc, Lockheed Martin Corporation, United Aircraft Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Tanker Aircraft market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Fixed Wing Tanker Aircraft
Rotary Wing Tanker Aircraft

Market segment by Application
Military
Commercial

Major players covered
Boeing
BAE Systems PLC
Airbus
Cobham Plc
Lockheed Martin Corporation
United Aircraft Corporation
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Tanker Aircraft product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Tanker Aircraft, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Tanker Aircraft from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Tanker Aircraft competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Tanker Aircraft breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Tanker Aircraft market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Tanker Aircraft.

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Tanker Aircraft sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

Table of Contents

105 Pages
1 Market Overview
2 Manufacturers Profiles
3 Competitive Environment: Tanker Aircraft by Manufacturer
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
5 Market Segment by Type
6 Market Segment by Application
7 North America
8 Europe
9 Asia-Pacific
10 South America
11 Middle East & Africa
12 Market Dynamics
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
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