The global aircraft strut market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2025 to 2033, driven by rising aircraft production, the expansion of commercial aviation fleets, and growing demand for lightweight and high-performance structural components. Aircraft struts play a critical role in supporting various parts of an aircraft, such as landing gear, wings, fuselage, and engines, by absorbing shock and distributing aerodynamic loads. The emphasis on fuel efficiency and structural optimization in both new aircraft designs and aftermarket retrofitting is accelerating the adoption of advanced strut materials and configurations.
Market Drivers
Growing Aircraft Deliveries and Fleet Modernization
As commercial airlines expand operations post-pandemic and aging fleets are gradually replaced, OEMs are ramping up aircraft production. Aircraft struts particularly landing gear and wing struts are integral to the structural integrity of new airframes. Simultaneously, rising demand for regional jets, UAVs, and military aircraft is driving the need for struts with high strength-to-weight ratios and extended lifecycle performance. Additionally, the growth of low-cost carriers and rising passenger traffic in emerging economies are contributing to demand for structurally optimized aircraft with lightweight, durable struts.
Shift Toward Lightweight, Corrosion-Resistant Materials
To meet emission and fuel-efficiency goals, aircraft manufacturers are increasingly incorporating advanced materials such as titanium alloys and carbon fiber composites into structural components. Composite struts offer improved fatigue resistance, lower weight, and better corrosion resistance compared to traditional steel and aluminum alloys. Technological advancements in material processing and design simulation are enabling the development of hybrid struts that offer both structural performance and weight savings. This trend is especially prominent in next-generation aircraft platforms from Boeing, Airbus, and leading defense OEMs.
Market Restraint
Stringent Certification and Material Cost Challenges
Aircraft strut development is subject to strict certification requirements from aviation authorities such as the FAA and EASA, which increases development time and costs. Moreover, high-performance materials like titanium and composites are expensive, making cost optimization a challenge for manufacturers particularly in the aftermarket and retrofit sectors. Smaller aircraft programs may struggle to justify the investment in advanced strut designs, limiting adoption in price-sensitive segments. Supply chain disruptions and variability in raw material costs also add uncertainty to the production cycle.
Market Segmentation by Strut Type
The market is segmented into Landing Gear Struts, Wing Struts, Fuselage Struts, Engine Struts, and Cabin Struts. In 2024, Landing Gear Struts held the dominant market share due to their critical function in shock absorption and structural support during takeoff and landing. Wing Struts are essential in smaller aircraft and UAVs where cantilever wings are not used, while Fuselage and Engine Struts are vital in ensuring load transfer and structural stability. Cabin Struts are increasingly used to reinforce cabin interiors in lightweight aircraft designs. From 2025 to 2033, Engine Struts are expected to witness higher growth owing to increased demand for fuel-efficient engines and nacelle-integrated support systems.
Market Segmentation by Material
By material, the market is categorized into Steel Alloys, Aluminum Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Composites, and Others. In 2024, Steel Alloys continued to dominate due to their widespread use in legacy aircraft and cost-efficiency in heavy-duty applications like landing gear. However, Titanium Alloys and Composites are expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to their lightweight properties, superior corrosion resistance, and application in high-performance commercial and military aircraft. Aluminum Alloys remain relevant in low-weight applications and short-haul aircraft segments. Hybrid material combinations are also being developed to balance strength, cost, and weight.
Geographic Trends
North America led the global aircraft strut market in 2024, with strong demand from established aerospace OEMs and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) networks in the U.S. and Canada. Europe followed, supported by Airbus production facilities and active R&D in structural composites in countries like Germany and France. Asia Pacific is expected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2033, driven by surging aircraft demand in China and India, rising local manufacturing capabilities, and government investment in aerospace clusters. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are emerging markets, benefiting from increasing regional airline expansion and fleet modernization programs.
Competitive Trends
The 2024 aircraft strut market was led by a combination of aerospace component giants and specialized strut manufacturers. Collins Aerospace, Liebherr Aerospace, and Heroux-Devtek supplied integrated structural systems for both commercial and defense aircraft. Albany International and Epsilon Composite focused on composite material innovation for structural applications. Oleo International and Hartwell Corporation specialized in landing gear and shock absorption struts with niche market penetration. AvtechTyee and CIRCOR International offered customized strut solutions in engine and cabin systems. Strategic priorities include expanding additive manufacturing capabilities, forming alliances with OEMs, and investing in lightweight, high-cycle performance strut systems to address evolving aircraft design and sustainability requirements.
Historical & Forecast Period
This study report represents analysis of each segment from 2023 to 2033 considering 2024 as the base year. Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for each of the respective segments estimated for the forecast period of 2025 to 2033.
The current report comprises of quantitative market estimations for each micro market for every geographical region and qualitative market analysis such as micro and macro environment analysis, market trends, competitive intelligence, segment analysis, porters five force model, top winning strategies, top investment markets, emerging trends and technological analysis, case studies, strategic conclusions and recommendations and other key market insights.
Research Methodology
The complete research study was conducted in three phases, namely: secondary research, primary research, and expert panel review. key data point that enables the estimation of Aircraft Strut market are as follows:
Market forecast was performed through proprietary software that analyzes various qualitative and quantitative factors. Growth rate and CAGR were estimated through intensive secondary and primary research. Data triangulation across various data points provides accuracy across various analyzed market segments in the report. Application of both top down and bottom-up approach for validation of market estimation assures logical, methodical and mathematical consistency of the quantitative data.
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| Base Year | 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
| Historical Year | 2023 |
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