The global aerostat systems market size reached USD 15.7 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 40.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 10.48% during 2025-2033.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024
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Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024
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USD 15.7 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033
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USD 40.2 Billion |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 10.48% |
Aerostats are low-level airborne systems that are used for ground supervision. They are made of large fabric envelops filled with helium or hot air and have an optimal reach of around 4,600 m in height. Aerostat systems are considered suitable for elevating light payloads and are generally used in the form of tactical airborne platforms for radar systems, cameras and communication equipment along with other scientific equipment. These systems are designed and manufactured according to the specific parameter requirements such as operating temperature, wind speed, altitude and payload carrying capacity.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global aerostat systems market report, along with forecasts at the global and regional level from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on payload, sub-system, product type, propulsion system and class.
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The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States aerostat systems market and Canada), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others), Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others), and the Middle East and Africa.
The report has also analysed the competitive landscape of the market with some of the key players being Aerostar International, Inc., ILC Dover LP, Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., Lindstrand Technologies Ltd., Lockheed Martin Corporation, RosAeroSystems, International Ltd., RT Aerostat Systems Inc., TCOM L.P., Worldwide Aeros Corporation, Raytheon Company, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd, etc.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Billion USD |
Segment Coverage | Payload, Sub-System, Product Type, Propulsion System, Class, Region |
Region Covered | Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa |
Companies Covered | Aerostar International, Inc., ILC Dover LP, Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., Lindstrand Technologies Ltd., Lockheed Martin Corporation, RosAeroSystems, International Ltd., RT Aerostat Systems Inc., TCOM L.P., Worldwide Aeros Corporation, Raytheon Company and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
The global aerostat systems market was valued at USD 15.7 Billion in 2024.
We expect the global aerostat systems market to exhibit a CAGR of 10.48% during 2025-2033.
The widespread applications of aerostat systems, including information gathering, and surveillance and scientific research activities, are currently driving the global aerostat systems market.
The sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic had led to the implementation of stringent lockdown regulations across several nations resulting in temporary closure of various manufacturing units of aerostat systems.
Based on the payload, the global aerostat systems market can be segregated into surveillance radar, inertial navigation system, thermal imaging camera, electro-optical sensor, electronic intelligence, and communication intelligence. Currently, surveillance radar holds the majority of the total market share.
Based on the sub-system, the global aerostat systems market has been bifurcated into aerostat, Ground Control Station (GCS), and payload.
Based on the product type, the global aerostat systems market can be categorized into balloon, airship, and hybrid.
Based on the propulsion system, the global aerostat systems market has been segmented into powered aerostats and unpowered aerostats.
Based on the class, the global aerostat systems market can be divided into compact-sized aerostats, mid-sized aerostats, and large-sized aerostats. Among these, mid-sized aerostats account for the majority of the total market share.
On a regional level, the market has been classified into North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa, where North America currently dominates the global market.
Some of the major players in the global aerostat systems market include Aerostar International, Inc., ILC Dover LP, Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., Lindstrand Technologies Ltd., Lockheed Martin Corporation., RosAeroSystems, International Ltd., RT Aerostat Systems Inc., TCOM L.P., Worldwide Aeros Corporation, Raytheon Company, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd, etc.