The air transport USM market offers growth opportunities driven by rising aircraft retirements, demand for cost-efficient maintenance, and sustainable MRO practices. Increasing air travel and next-gen aircraft retirements boost USM availability, while expanding teardown and recycling facilities enhance component reuse.
Air Transport USM Market
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Dublin, Jan. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Air Transport USM Market Report 2026” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.
The air transport USM market has witnessed significant growth, with projections indicating continued expansion. From 2025 to 2026, the market is expected to rise from $5.87 billion to $6.22 billion at a 6.1% CAGR. Key factors contributing to this growth include increased aircraft retirements fueling used serviceable material (USM) inventories, a surge in demand for cost-effective maintenance solutions in commercial aviation, and an uptick in MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) activities leveraging refurbished components.
Looking forward, the market is set to grow to $7.61 billion by 2030, at a 5.2% CAGR. This forecasted growth is driven by several factors: anticipated next-generation aircraft retirements enhancing future USM availability, airlines focusing on reducing maintenance costs via greater USM adoption, and expansions in specialized dismantling and recycling facilities. Additional trends include increased digital tracking of refurbished components and a push towards sustainable MRO practices.
The burgeoning number of air passengers is a major driver behind this market’s growth. As air traffic increases, maintaining aircraft through USM becomes vital. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) forecasts that global passenger numbers will reach 8.7 billion by 2023 and 5.2 billion by 2025, surpassing the five-billion mark for the first time. This rise directly correlates with heightened demand for USM solutions.
Leading companies in this sector are advancing technological innovations, like air cargo links, to optimize logistics processes. For instance, A.P. Moller-Maersk launched a new air cargo link between the U.S. and China in April 2023, strategically enhancing their logistics offerings by incorporating both dedicated freighters and commercial passenger aircraft to meet demands. Similarly, Itochu Corporation’s acquisition of Killick Aerospace reflects ambitions to expand into aftermarket services, creating synergies with existing operations.
Noteworthy market players include Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Boeing Company, Delta Air Lines, Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd., and Lufthansa Technik AG, among others. These organizations are pivotal in shaping the sector’s landscape.
Regionally, Asia-Pacific was the leading market in 2025 and is anticipated to remain the fastest-growing region during the forecast period. The market is analyzed across various regions including North America, Europe, and others, each contributing to the global market dynamics.
Nevertheless, the market faces challenges from fluctuating international trade relations and tariffs, which have increased costs in acquiring and refurbishing USM. These tariffs predominantly impact engine, component, and airframe USM in regions heavily involved in teardowns and MRO activities. Despite such challenges, there are positive outcomes such as increased localized sourcing and investments in parts recovery, which offer long-term opportunities.
This report is part of a series that provides comprehensive insights into the air transport USM market, covering aspects such as market size, regional shares, and in-depth analysis of trends and opportunities to equip stakeholders for success in various related industries.
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The companies featured in this Air Transport USM market report include:
Raytheon Technologies Corporation
Boeing Company
Delta Air Lines
Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd.
Lufthansa Technik AG
MTU Aero Engines AG
AirLiance Materials LLC
HEICO Corporation
Triumph Group
VSE Aviation Inc.
GA Telesis LLC
Aviation Technical Services Inc.
AerSale Inc.
Unical Aviation Inc.
AJW Group
TurbineAero Inc.
Precision Aircraft Solutions
AAR Corporation
TES Aviation Group
A J Walter Aviation Limited
Liebherr Group
Air France Industries and KLM Engineering & Maintenance
Satair Inc.
Wencor Group
Aircraft Inventory
Avtrade Ltd.
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