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Market Demand Trends

GENERAL ELECTRIC CO · 2026-11-06 · Importance 18 · Surprise 14

The global narrowbody aircraft market is projected to grow from $91.23 billion in 2025 to $97.28 billion in 2026, a 6.6% compound annual growth rate. The report attributes demand to airline fleet expansion and modernization of aging aircraft, alongside rising passenger demand. Historical growth factors cited include expanding regional airline networks, commercial aircraft production, more efficient turbofan engines and investment in smaller-airport infrastructure.