Global Aircraft Electric Motors Market Size Grows at a CAGR of 9.15

Introduction

Straits Research published report, “Aircraft Electric Motors Market Size & Outlook, 2026–2034”. According to the study, the market size is valued at USD 9.2 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand to USD 20.5 billion by 2034, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%.

Market Dynamics

Aircraft Electric Motors Market is being driven by increasing adoption of electric propulsion in regional aircraft, UAVs, and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) platforms, increasing efforts towards low-emission and sustainable aviation. Demand for the market is being driven by increasing investment in hybrid-electric and all-electric aircraft programs, government-led urban air mobility schemes, and electrification mandates, across civil, commercial, and defense areas.

Encouraging government support for e Aviation, infrastructure development for eVTOL corridors, and R&D activities in the United States, Europe, China, and Japan is a growth driver. Investments in high-efficiency electric motors, use of advanced motor control systems, and implementation of digital flight management platforms are creating new opportunities for aircraft original equipment manufacturers, component suppliers, and propulsion system manufacturers.

Market Highlights

• Segmental Leadership: AC Motor segment holds the largest share of 67%, while DC Motor segment records the fastest CAGR specifically 10.8%.
• Aircraft Type Outlook: Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is estimated to register the fastest CAGR growth of 11.2%, driven by increasing urban air mobility initiatives and electrification mandates.
• Output Power Insights: The 10–200 kW segment held the highest market share of 46.15% in 2025, reflecting the widespread adoption of medium-power motors for regional and urban air mobility aircraft.
• Application Outlook: The propulsion systems application segment is expected to expand at the highest pace of 10.9% due to growing adoption of electric propulsion in regional aircraft, UAVs, and AAM platforms.
• Regional Insights: North America leads with over 36.42% share, supported by strong regulatory frameworks, advanced aerospace infrastructure, and growing investments in electric propulsion technologies.

Competitive Players

1. Moog Inc.
2. AMETEK Inc.
3. Woodward, Inc.
4. Meggitt PLC (Parker Hannifin)
5. Safran SA
6. Rolls-Royce Electrical
7. Honeywell Aerospace
8. Collins Aerospace (RTX)
9. ElectroCraft Inc.
10. Maxon Group
11. Kollmorgen
12. Siemens AG
13. GE Aerospace
14. Nidec Corporation
15. Dunkermotoren GmbH
16. BBA Aviation plc
17. Allied Motion Technologies
18. IHI Corporation
19. Unusual Machines Inc.
20. Rotor Lab Pty Ltd

Recent Developments

Segmentation

1. By Type (2022-2034)
   1. AC Motor
   2. DC Motor
2. By Aircraft Type (2022-2034)
   1. Fixed Wing
   2. Rotary Wing
   3. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
   4. Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)
3. By Output Power (2022-2034)
   1. Up to 10 kW
   2. 10–200 kW
   3. Above 200 kW
4. By Application (2022-2034)
   1. Propulsion Systems
   2. Flight Control Systems
   3. Environmental Control Systems
   4. Actuation Systems
   5. Cabin Interior Systems
   6. Others
5. By Region (2022-2034)
   1. North America
   2. Europe
   3. APAC
   4. Latin America
   5. Middle East and Africa