APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Market Size
| Study Period | 2019-2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 290.66 Million |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 481 Million |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 10.60 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Market Analysis
The Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market size is estimated at USD 290.66 million in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 481 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 10.60% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The growth in demand for air travel and aerial connectivity in the Asia-Pacific region has aided the airlines in introducing new routes. This is generating a major shortfall of pilots and cabin crew in the region. This shortfall of pilots and other personnel in aircraft is anticipated to generate demand for the civil aviation simulators market during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific is expected to witness the highest growth in pilot demand as the regional operational aircraft fleet is estimated to increase substantially. The high growth in the economy, an expansion of the middle class, and new low-cost airlines, along with newer routes, facilitate the demand for new civil aviation simulators in the region. Construction of new training facilities by the airlines and training providers in the region, along with orders for new simulators, is anticipated to propel the demand for simulator training during the forecast period.
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Market Trends
Full Flight Simulator (FFS) is Projected to Dominate Market Share During the Forecast Period
A full-flight simulator can replicate the flight parameters of the respective aircraft type. The simulator is mounted on a platform to replicate both the movement and acoustics of a real flight by simulating the acceleration and G-forces acting on the aircraft. Due to these advantages, flight training schools consider FFS to be a better option for training aviation personnel. The opening of new flight schools in the region is anticipated to generate the demand for FFS in the coming future. For instance, in September 2023, Air Astana opened a new Flight Training Centre equipped with modern flight simulators. The Flight Training Centre at Air Astana is equipped with L3Harris’s latest generation flight simulator and is the first Flight Training Centre in Central Asia certified by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The surge in passenger aircraft procurement in the region has aided the demand for trained pilots, propelling the growth of the full-flight simulator segment.
Also, the training schools are ordering new and advanced full-flight simulators to increase their training capacities. For instance, in February 2023, Gen24 Flybiz, a new flight training company based in India, forged an agreement with Avion for the supply of eight Airbus A320 full-flight simulators; such acquisitions are anticipated to propel the growth of the segment in the forecast period.
China is Expected to Account for a Major Market Share
China has the highest fleet of commercial and business jet aircraft in the Asia-Pacific region. The rapid growth of air passenger traffic, along with an increase in high-net-worth individuals in the country, has aided the procurements of commercial aircraft and business jets. This increasing fleet is generating demand for new cabin crew and pilots in the country, which in turn will generate demand for simulator and flight training devices in the country. As of 2022, the country had more than 40 flight training schools out of the total in the Asia-Pacific.
The country has emphasized new product development and innovation in the domain of flight simulation and training. For instance, in June 2023, China Southern Airlines and Tencent launched China's first completely self-developed full-flight simulator (FFS) visual system. The new FFS (full-flight simulator) is a key piece of equipment used to train civil pilots. The FFS includes the mock cockpit, the motion system, the visual system, the computing system, and the instructor's flight controls. The new visual system can rebuild a city of 2,000 sqm. in 50 hours and build an airport in 3 days. This increases the digital assets production efficiency by over 10 times and the rendering capabilities by over 100 times. New developments such as these are anticipated to propel the growth of the market in China during the forecast period.
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Industry Overview
The Asia-Pacific civil aviation simulator market is consolidated in nature. Some of the prominent players in the market are TRU Simulation + Training Inc., CAE Inc., L3Harris Technologies Inc., FlightSafety International Inc., and Alpha Aviation Group. CAE Inc. has a major share of the market and is expected to continue its dominance during the forecast period due to the planned simulator deliveries in the coming years. The entry of new Chinese players is expected to increase the industry's competitiveness in the market. The opening of new aviation training facilities is anticipated to open new market opportunities for the simulator manufacturers to increase their presence as well as sales in the Asia-Pacific region.
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Market Leaders
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TRU Simulation + Training Inc.
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CAE Inc.
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FlightSafety International Inc.
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L3Harris Technologies Inc.
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Alpha Aviation Group
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Market News
Sept 2023: Embraer and Canada-based CAE announced the expansion of their long-standing joint venture to include training for pilots and cabin crew in support of Embraer’s commercial aircraft family, the E-Jet E-2. Embraer is expected to launch a new Embraer E2 ETS (Embraer-CAE Training Services) pilot training program in December 2023 at the CAE Flight Training Centre in Singapore.
Apr 2023: The Boeing Company installed its B737 Max flight simulator in its Shanghai training center to fulfill the demand for improving pilot training for aircraft in China.
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Overview
- 4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.3 Market Restraints
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4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 Simulator Type
- 5.1.1 Full Flight Simulator (FFS)
- 5.1.2 Flight Training Devices (FTD)
- 5.1.3 Other Simulator Types
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5.2 Geography
- 5.2.1 Asia-Pacific
- 5.2.1.1 China
- 5.2.1.2 India
- 5.2.1.3 Japan
- 5.2.1.4 South Korea
- 5.2.1.5 Australia
- 5.2.1.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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6.1 Company Profiles
- 6.1.1 Avion Group
- 6.1.2 CAE Inc.
- 6.1.3 L3Harris Technologies Inc.
- 6.1.4 FlightSafety International Inc.
- 6.1.5 Indra Sistemas SA
- 6.1.6 TRU Simulation + Training Inc.
- 6.1.7 The Boeing Company
- 6.1.8 Airbus SE
- 6.1.9 ALSIM EMEA
- 6.1.10 Alpha Aviation Group
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Industry Segmentation
Flight simulators artificially recreate the environment for pilot training purposes. They deliver the knowledge of flying and provide the pilot experience of reacting in emergencies. Aircraft flight simulators expose commercial aircraft and business jet pilots to real-time situations, such as bad weather, loss of electronics, incidents like tire blowouts on landing, and hydraulic failures.
The Asia-Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market is segmented by Simulator Type (Full Flight Simulator (FFS), Flight Training Devices (FTD), and Other Simulator Types) and Geography (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and the Rest of Asia Pacific). The report offers the market size in value terms in USD for all the abovementioned segments.
| Simulator Type | Full Flight Simulator (FFS) | |
| Flight Training Devices (FTD) | ||
| Other Simulator Types | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Australia | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific |
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Market Research FAQs
How big is the Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market?
The Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market size is expected to reach USD 290.66 million in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 10.60% to reach USD 481 million by 2029.
What is the current Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market size?
In 2024, the Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market size is expected to reach USD 290.66 million.
Who are the key players in Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market?
TRU Simulation + Training Inc., CAE Inc., FlightSafety International Inc., L3Harris Technologies Inc. and Alpha Aviation Group are the major companies operating in the Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market.
What years does this Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market size was estimated at USD 259.85 million. The report covers the Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Asia Pacific Civil Aviation Simulators Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
APAC Civil Aviation Simulators Industry Report
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