Single-aisle aircraft market seen reaching $145.13 billion by 2030

By AI, Created 2:12 PM UTC, June 01, 2026, /AGP/ – The Business Research Company says the single-aisle aircraft market is on track to grow from $76.16 billion in 2025 to $145.14 billion by 2030, driven by air-travel demand, fleet replacement and fuel-efficiency pressure. North America led the market in 2025, while Asia-Pacific is expected to post the fastest growth.

Why it matters: - Single-aisle aircraft are the workhorse of short- and medium-haul flying, so the market’s growth signals continued demand for efficient domestic and regional air service. - Airlines are under pressure to lower fuel use, cut emissions and replace aging fleets, which supports demand for narrow-body jets. - The market’s projected scale underscores how passenger growth and fleet renewal could shape aircraft orders through 2030.

What happened: - The Business Research Company projected the single-aisle aircraft market will rise from $76.16 billion in 2025 to $86.5 billion in 2026. - The report forecast the market will reach $145.14 billion by 2030. - The firm said the market is expected to grow at a 13.6% CAGR from 2025 to 2026 and 13.8% through 2030. - The report identified North America as the largest market in 2025. - The report said Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period.

The details: - Single-aisle aircraft have one central aisle with seats on both sides. - The aircraft type is suited to short- and medium-distance routes. - Airlines use these jets for regional and domestic flying because they balance passenger capacity and operating efficiency. - The report linked historic growth to rising air travel demand, low-cost carrier expansion, new domestic and regional routes, airline fleet upgrades and adoption of narrow-body aircraft. - Looking ahead, the report pointed to fuel efficiency, lower emissions, replacement of older aircraft, wider use of extended-range narrow-body planes, regional connectivity and demand for passenger-cargo flexibility as growth drivers. - The report flagged rising demand for short- and medium-haul single-aisle jets, broader adoption of fuel-efficient turbofan engines, higher cabin density, more leasing and charter activity and interest in cargo conversions as key trends. - Europe showed the scale of demand: Eurostat reported 973 million passengers flew within the European Union in 2023, up 19.3% from 816 million in 2022. - Eurostat said every EU member state recorded growth in air travelers in 2023. - The report covered Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and Africa. - The report also said its 2026 edition includes market attractiveness scoring, TAM analysis, company scoring matrix graphics and tables, Excel-based forecasting dashboards, market hotspot infographics, and updated graphics and tables. - The release included a free sample report and a full report.

Between the lines: - The forecast suggests airlines are prioritizing aircraft that can do more with less fuel, especially on routes where frequency and cost matter most. - Asia-Pacific’s expected outperformance points to a broader shift in aviation growth toward markets with rising passenger traffic and expanding route networks. - Cargo conversion interest suggests airlines are looking for additional revenue options from aircraft that can serve both passenger and freight needs.

What’s next: - The market’s next phase will likely hinge on airline fleet replacement cycles, route expansion and the pace of emissions-reduction efforts. - The report said leasing, charter activity and extended-range narrow-body demand are expected to grow over the forecast period. - The Business Research Company also pointed readers to related 2026 reports on space intelligence services, turbine motors and counter-swarm drone technology.