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Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market 2026 by Company, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2032

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1 Market Overview

  • 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
  • 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
  • 1.3 Classification of Air-to-Air Refueling by Type
    • 1.3.1 Overview: Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Type: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.3.2 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value Market Share by Type in 2025
    • 1.3.3 MPRS
    • 1.3.4 Wing-to-Wing Refueling
    • 1.3.5 Simple Grappling Refueling
  • 1.4 Classification of Air-to-Air Refueling by Technology Integration
    • 1.4.1 Overview: Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Technology Integration: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.4.2 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value Market Share by Technology Integration in 2025
    • 1.4.3 Autonomous Refueling Systems
    • 1.4.4 Manned Refueling Operations
  • 1.5 Classification of Air-to-Air Refueling by Aircraft Type
    • 1.5.1 Overview: Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Aircraft Type: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.5.2 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value Market Share by Aircraft Type in 2025
    • 1.5.3 Tanker Aircraft
    • 1.5.4 Receiver Fighter Aircraft
    • 1.5.5 Transport Aircraft with AAR Capability
  • 1.6 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market by Application
    • 1.6.1 Overview: Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Application: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.6.2 Fighter Aircraft
    • 1.6.3 Tanker Aircraft
    • 1.6.4 Military Transport
    • 1.6.5 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
    • 1.6.6 Attack Helicopters
    • 1.6.7 Transport Helicopters
  • 1.7 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size & Forecast
  • 1.8 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast by Region
    • 1.8.1 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Region: 2021 VS 2025 VS 2032
    • 1.8.2 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Region, (2021-2032)
    • 1.8.3 North America Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Prospect (2021-2032)
    • 1.8.4 Europe Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Prospect (2021-2032)
    • 1.8.5 Asia-Pacific Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Prospect (2021-2032)
    • 1.8.6 South America Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Prospect (2021-2032)
    • 1.8.7 Middle East & Africa Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Prospect (2021-2032)

2 Company Profiles

  • 2.1 Safran
    • 2.1.1 Safran Details
    • 2.1.2 Safran Major Business
    • 2.1.3 Safran Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.1.4 Safran Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.1.5 Safran Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.2 Eaton Corporation
    • 2.2.1 Eaton Corporation Details
    • 2.2.2 Eaton Corporation Major Business
    • 2.2.3 Eaton Corporation Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.2.4 Eaton Corporation Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.2.5 Eaton Corporation Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.3 Parker Hannifin Corporation
    • 2.3.1 Parker Hannifin Corporation Details
    • 2.3.2 Parker Hannifin Corporation Major Business
    • 2.3.3 Parker Hannifin Corporation Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.3.4 Parker Hannifin Corporation Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.3.5 Parker Hannifin Corporation Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.4 Draken International
    • 2.4.1 Draken International Details
    • 2.4.2 Draken International Major Business
    • 2.4.3 Draken International Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.4.4 Draken International Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.4.5 Draken International Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.5 Kappa optronics
    • 2.5.1 Kappa optronics Details
    • 2.5.2 Kappa optronics Major Business
    • 2.5.3 Kappa optronics Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.5.4 Kappa optronics Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.5.5 Kappa optronics Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.6 AFSC
    • 2.6.1 AFSC Details
    • 2.6.2 AFSC Major Business
    • 2.6.3 AFSC Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.6.4 AFSC Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.6.5 AFSC Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.7 Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group
    • 2.7.1 Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group Details
    • 2.7.2 Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group Major Business
    • 2.7.3 Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.7.4 Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.7.5 Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.8 Jeppesen
    • 2.8.1 Jeppesen Details
    • 2.8.2 Jeppesen Major Business
    • 2.8.3 Jeppesen Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.8.4 Jeppesen Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.8.5 Jeppesen Recent Developments and Future Plans
  • 2.9 Airbus
    • 2.9.1 Airbus Details
    • 2.9.2 Airbus Major Business
    • 2.9.3 Airbus Air-to-Air Refueling Product and Solutions
    • 2.9.4 Airbus Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.9.5 Airbus Recent Developments and Future Plans

3 Market Competition, by Players

  • 3.1 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Revenue and Share by Players (2021-2026)
  • 3.2 Market Share Analysis (2025)
    • 3.2.1 Market Share of Air-to-Air Refueling by Company Revenue
    • 3.2.2 Top 3 Air-to-Air Refueling Players Market Share in 2025
    • 3.2.3 Top 6 Air-to-Air Refueling Players Market Share in 2025
  • 3.3 Air-to-Air Refueling Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
    • 3.3.1 Air-to-Air Refueling Market: Region Footprint
    • 3.3.2 Air-to-Air Refueling Market: Company Product Type Footprint
    • 3.3.3 Air-to-Air Refueling Market: Company Product Application Footprint
  • 3.4 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
  • 3.5 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Market Size Segment by Type

  • 4.1 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value and Market Share by Type (2021-2026)
  • 4.2 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Forecast by Type (2027-2032)

5 Market Size Segment by Application

  • 5.1 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value Market Share by Application (2021-2026)
  • 5.2 Global Air-to-Air Refueling Market Forecast by Application (2027-2032)

6 North America

  • 6.1 North America Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
  • 6.2 North America Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Application (2021-2032)
  • 6.3 North America Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Country
    • 6.3.1 North America Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 6.3.2 United States Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 6.3.3 Canada Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 6.3.4 Mexico Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

7 Europe

  • 7.1 Europe Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
  • 7.2 Europe Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
  • 7.3 Europe Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Country
    • 7.3.1 Europe Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.2 Germany Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.3 France Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.4 United Kingdom Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.5 Russia Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.6 Italy Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

8 Asia-Pacific

  • 8.1 Asia-Pacific Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
  • 8.2 Asia-Pacific Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
  • 8.3 Asia-Pacific Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Region
    • 8.3.1 Asia-Pacific Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.2 China Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.3 Japan Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.4 South Korea Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.5 India Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.6 Southeast Asia Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.7 Australia Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

9 South America

  • 9.1 South America Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
  • 9.2 South America Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
  • 9.3 South America Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Country
    • 9.3.1 South America Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.2 Brazil Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.3 Argentina Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

10 Middle East & Africa

  • 10.1 Middle East & Africa Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
  • 10.2 Middle East & Africa Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
  • 10.3 Middle East & Africa Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size by Country
    • 10.3.1 Middle East & Africa Air-to-Air Refueling Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.2 Turkey Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.3 Saudi Arabia Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.4 UAE Air-to-Air Refueling Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

11 Market Dynamics

  • 11.1 Air-to-Air Refueling Market Drivers
  • 11.2 Air-to-Air Refueling Market Restraints
  • 11.3 Air-to-Air Refueling Trends Analysis
  • 11.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
    • 11.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 11.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 11.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 11.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 11.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

12 Industry Chain Analysis

  • 12.1 Air-to-Air Refueling Industry Chain
  • 12.2 Air-to-Air Refueling Upstream Analysis
  • 12.3 Air-to-Air Refueling Midstream Analysis
  • 12.4 Air-to-Air Refueling Downstream Analysis

13 Research Findings and Conclusion

    14 Appendix

    • 14.1 Methodology
    • 14.2 Research Process and Data Source

    According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Air-to-Air Refueling market size was valued at US$ 3589 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 4980 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 4.3% during review period.
    Air-to-air refueling (AAR) refers to the process of transferring fuel from a tanker aircraft (tanker aircraft) to a receiver aircraft during flight. This capability extends the combat radius, endurance, and mission flexibility of military aircraft, enabling strategic force projection and rapid deployment. The system incorporates technologies such as hose-and-air duct, flight boom, and probe-and-air duct, and integrates fuel management, communication, and safety systems. The AAR industry chain includes upstream suppliers of aviation-grade fuel systems, hydraulics, avionics, composite materials, and precision engineering components; midstream manufacturers of complete aircraft, integrating fuel transfer mechanisms, control electronics, safety systems, and testing platforms; and downstream applications primarily from the Air Force, defense contractors, and military aviation units. Supporting services cover installation, maintenance, training, calibration, and mission support to ensure safe and reliable operation. The gross profit margin of major companies in the industry ranges from 20% to 40%.
    The Air-to-Air Refueling market is driven by rising defense budgets, modernization of military fleets, and the need for extended-range and rapid-response capabilities. Advanced refueling systems enhance operational flexibility, force projection, and interoperability among allied forces. Technological trends include automation, digital monitoring, and integration with multi-role aircraft. Demand is supported by global military operations, strategic deployments, and replacement of aging tanker fleets. Manufacturers focus on improving safety, reliability, and system integration while complying with stringent aerospace regulations.
    This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Air-to-Air Refueling market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by company, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
    Key Features:
    Global Air-to-Air Refueling market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), 2021-2032
    Global Air-to-Air Refueling market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), 2021-2032
    Global Air-to-Air Refueling market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), 2021-2032
    Global Air-to-Air Refueling market shares of main players, in revenue ($ Million), 2021-2026
    The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
    To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
    To assess the growth potential for Air-to-Air Refueling
    To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
    To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
    This report profiles key players in the global Air-to-Air Refueling market based on the following parameters - company overview, revenue, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Safran, Eaton Corporation, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Draken International, Kappa optronics, AFSC, Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, Jeppesen, Airbus, etc.
    This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
    Market segmentation
    Air-to-Air Refueling market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for Consumption Value by Type and by Application. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
    Market segment by Type
    MPRS
    Wing-to-Wing Refueling
    Simple Grappling Refueling
    Market segment by Technology Integration
    Autonomous Refueling Systems
    Manned Refueling Operations
    Market segment by Aircraft Type
    Tanker Aircraft
    Receiver Fighter Aircraft
    Transport Aircraft with AAR Capability
    Market segment by Application
    Fighter Aircraft
    Tanker Aircraft
    Military Transport
    Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
    Attack Helicopters
    Transport Helicopters
    Market segment by players, this report covers
    Safran
    Eaton Corporation
    Parker Hannifin Corporation
    Draken International
    Kappa optronics
    AFSC
    Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group
    Jeppesen
    Airbus
    Market segment by regions, regional analysis covers
    North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)
    Europe (Germany, France, UK, Russia, Italy and Rest of Europe)
    Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
    South America (Brazil, Rest of South America)
    Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa)
    The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 13 chapters:
    Chapter 1, to describe Air-to-Air Refueling product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
    Chapter 2, to profile the top players of Air-to-Air Refueling, with revenue, gross margin, and global market share of Air-to-Air Refueling from 2021 to 2026.
    Chapter 3, the Air-to-Air Refueling competitive situation, revenue, and global market share of top players are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
    Chapter 4 and 5, to segment the market size by Type and by Application, with consumption value and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
    Chapter 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, to break the market size data at the country level, with revenue and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Air-to-Air Refueling market forecast, by regions, by Type and by Application, with consumption value, from 2027 to 2032.
    Chapter 11, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, Porters Five Forces analysis.
    Chapter 12, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Air-to-Air Refueling.
    Chapter 13, to describe Air-to-Air Refueling research findings and conclusion.

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