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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)Size, Share, and Outlook, H2-2025 Report-By Type (Fixed-Wing, Multirotor, Single Rotor, Hybrid VTOL), By Application (Military, Civil & Commercial, Homeland Security, Consumer, Others), By Mode of Operation (Remotely Operate

Publisher VPA Research
Published Sep 01, 2025
Length 169 Pages
SKU # VPA20333072

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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook
The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market size is expected to register a robust growth rate during the forecast period from 2025 to 2032. The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market is a thriving business that is poised to keep growing and presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.
The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Type (Fixed-Wing, Multirotor, Single Rotor, Hybrid VTOL), By Application (Military, Civil & Commercial, Homeland Security, Consumer, Others), By Mode of Operation (Remotely Operated, Semi-Autonomous, Fully-Autonomous), By Class (Small, Tactical, Strategic, Special Purpose), By MTOW (Up to 25 Kg, 25 to 150 Kg, Above 150 Kg), By Range (Visual Line of Sight (VLOS), Extended Visual Line of Sight (EVLOS), Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS)). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) markets.

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Insights, 2025
The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market is expanding rapidly across military, commercial, and civil sectors, driven by advancements in automation, sensor technology, and autonomous navigation. Military applications continue to dominate in terms of value, with nations investing in ISR (intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance) drones such as the General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. Meanwhile, the commercial market is witnessing strong growth in delivery drones (Amazon Prime Air), infrastructure inspection (Skydio), precision agriculture (DJI Agras), and emergency response. Regulatory shifts—such as FAA Part 107 in the U.S. and EASA drone regulations in Europe—are paving the way for expanded BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operations. AI-powered flight management systems, redundant fail-safe protocols, and real-time data analytics are making UAS deployments safer and more scalable. Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and drone swarm technology represent the next frontier of innovation. In 2025, the UAS market will be shaped by 5G-enabled command/control systems, edge computing for in-flight decision-making, and integrated air traffic management systems designed for manned-unmanned coexistence..

Five Trends that will define global Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market in 2025 and Beyond
A closer look at the multi-million market for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future. The impact of tariffs by the US administration also significantly impact the profitability of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) vendors.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry?
The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2032. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Segment Insights
The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Type (Fixed-Wing, Multirotor, Single Rotor, Hybrid VTOL), By Application (Military, Civil & Commercial, Homeland Security, Consumer, Others), By Mode of Operation (Remotely Operated, Semi-Autonomous, Fully-Autonomous), By Class (Small, Tactical, Strategic, Special Purpose), By MTOW (Up to 25 Kg, 25 to 150 Kg, Above 150 Kg), By Range (Visual Line of Sight (VLOS), Extended Visual Line of Sight (EVLOS), Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS)). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.
Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.

Market Value Chain
The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.

Scenario Analysis and Forecasts
Strategic decision-making in the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.

Asia Pacific Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion
As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with over 4.5 billion population, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.

The State of Europe Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness
As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.

The US Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market Insights- Vendors are exploring new opportunities within the US Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry.
Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market.

Latin American Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.
Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported in Q1 -2025 and the prospects remain strong for rest of 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.

Middle East and Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity
Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.

Competitive Landscape- How Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) companies outcompete in 2025?
The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include 3D Robotics, Aerovironment Inc, Aeryon Labs, Atomics, BAE Systems, Boeing, DJI, Northrop Grumman, Parrot, Textron.

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Segmentation
By Type
Fixed-Wing
Multirotor
Single Rotor
Hybrid VTOL
By Application
Military
Civil & Commercial
Homeland Security
Consumer
Others
By Mode of Operation
Remotely Operated
Semi-Autonomous
Fully-Autonomous
By Class
Small
Tactical
Strategic
Special Purpose
By MTOW
Up to 25 Kg
25 to 150 Kg
Above 150 Kg
By Range
Visual Line of Sight (VLOS)
Extended Visual Line of Sight (EVLOS)
Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS)

Leading Companies
3D Robotics
Aerovironment Inc
Aeryon Labs
Atomics
BAE Systems
Boeing
DJI
Northrop Grumman
Parrot
Textron

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  • Table of Contents

    169 Pages
    1. Table of Contents
    List of Figures and Tables
    2. Executive Summary
    2.1 Key Highlights
    2.1.1 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Size Outlook, 2018-2024 and 2025-2032
    2.1.2 Largest Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Types and Applications
    2.1.3 Fastest Growing Segments
    2.1.4 Potential Markets
    2.1.5 Market Concentration
    2.2 Market Scope and Segmentation
    2.2.1 Market Scope- Segments
    2.2.2 Market Scope- Countries
    2.2.3 Macroeconomic and Demographic Outlook
    2.2.4 Abbreviations
    2.2.5 Units and Currency Conversions
    3. Research Methodology
    3.1 Primary Research Surveys
    3.2 Secondary Data Sources
    3.3 Data Triangulation
    3.4 Forecast Methodology
    3.5 Assumptions and Limitations
    4. Introduction to Global Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market in 2025
    4.1 Industry Panorama
    4.2 Leading Companies Profiled in the Study
    4.3 Asia Pacific Markets offer Robust Market Prospects for New Entrants
    4.4 Market Dynamics
    4.4.1 Market Dynamics- Trends and Drivers
    4.4.2 Market Dynamics- Opportunities and Challenges
    4.5 Regional Analysis
    4.6 Porter’s Five Force Analysis
    4.6.1 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
    4.6.2 Threat of New Entrants
    4.6.3 Threat of Substitutes
    4.6.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    4.6.5 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    4.7 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Industry Value Chain Analysis
    4.7.1 Stage of Value Chain
    4.7.2 Key Activities of Companies
    4.7.3 Companies Included in Each Stage
    4.7.4 Key Insights
    5. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook to 2032
    5.1 Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021-2024 and 2025-2032
    5.2 Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
    5.3 Market Size Forecast by Geography, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
    By Type
    Fixed-Wing
    Multirotor
    Single Rotor
    Hybrid VTOL
    By Application
    Military
    Civil & Commercial
    Homeland Security
    Consumer
    Others
    By Mode of Operation
    Remotely Operated
    Semi-Autonomous
    Fully-Autonomous
    By Class
    Small
    Tactical
    Strategic
    Special Purpose
    By MTOW
    Up to 25 Kg
    25 to 150 Kg
    Above 150 Kg
    By Range
    Visual Line of Sight (VLOS)
    Extended Visual Line of Sight (EVLOS)
    Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS)
    6. Global Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook across Growth Scenarios
    6.1 Low Growth Scenario
    6.2 Base/Reference Case
    6.3 High Growth Scenario
    6. North America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Size Outlook
    6.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
    6.2 North America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
    6.2.1 North America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Type
    6.2.2 North America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Application
    6.3 North America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Country
    6.3.1 The US Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    6.3.2 Canada Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    6.3.3 Mexico Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    7. Europe Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Size Outlook
    7.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
    7.2 Europe Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
    7.2.1 Europe Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Type
    7.2.2 Europe Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Application
    7.3 Europe Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Country
    7.3.2 Germany Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    7.3.3 France Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    7.3.4 The UK Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    7.3.5 Spain Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    7.3.6 Italy Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    7.3.7 Russia Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    7.3.8 Rest of Europe Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    8. Asia Pacific Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Size Outlook
    8.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
    8.2 Asia Pacific Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
    8.2.1 Asia Pacific Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Type
    8.2.2 Asia Pacific Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Application
    8.3 Asia Pacific Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Country
    8.3.1 China Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    8.3.2 India Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    8.3.3 Japan Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    8.3.4 South Korea Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    8.3.5 Australia Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    8.3.6 South East Asia Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    8.3.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    9. South America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Size Outlook
    9.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
    9.2 South America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
    9.2.1 South America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Type
    9.2.2 South America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Application
    9.3 South America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Country
    9.3.1 Brazil Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    9.3.2 Argentina Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    9.3.3 Rest of South and Central America Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    10. Middle East and Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Size Outlook
    10.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
    10.2 Middle East and Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
    10.2.1 Middle East and Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Type
    10.2.2 Middle East and Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Application
    10.3 Middle East and Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook by Country
    10.3.1 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    10.3.2 The UAE Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    10.3.3 Rest of Middle East Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    10.3.4 South Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    10.3.5 Egypt Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    10.3.6 Rest of Africa Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
    11. Company Profiles
    11.1 Leading 10 Companies
    3D Robotics
    Aerovironment Inc
    Aeryon Labs
    Atomics
    BAE Systems
    Boeing
    DJI
    Northrop Grumman
    Parrot
    Textron
    11.2 Overview
    11.3 Products and Services
    11.4 SWOT Profile
    12. Appendix
    12.1 Subscription Options
    12.2 Customization Options
    12.3 Publisher Details
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