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Aviation Week Releases 2027 Helicopter Fleet Forecast

November 8, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Aviation Week releases 2027 Helicopter Fleet & MRO Forecast.
Global turbine-powered fleet to grow 14% by 2036.
Airbus Helicopters leads deliveries with 42% share.
Aftermarket MRO demand to grow at 1.4% CAGR.

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Strategic Implications

The forecast may indicate a shift in market demand towards smaller-sized helicopters, which could benefit manufacturers like Airbus Helicopters and Bell Textron. The dominance of Safran in turbine helicopter engines suggests a strong position in the aftermarket MRO market, which could lead to increased revenue and market share.

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What Happened

Global Turbine-Powered Fleet To Grow 14 Percent By 2036

Aviation Week has released its 2027 Helicopter Fleet & MRO Forecast, a 10-year outlook of the industry. The forecast shows the global turbine-powered fleet growing 14% by 2036, with Airbus Helicopters leading deliveries and Safran dominating the turbine helicopter engine market. The report also projects aftermarket MRO demand to grow at a 1.4% CAGR. This forecast was first reported by Aviation Week, a leading provider of information and services for the global aviation, aerospace, and defense industries.

Source | Originally Published: October 22, 2026

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