Military Aerospace Simulation and Training Devices Market Size, Share, Growth, And Industry Analysis, By Type (Full Flight Simulator, Flight Training Device and Computer Based Training), By Application (Fixed-wing Aircraft and Rotary-wing Aircraft), Regional Forecast From 2025 To 2033

Last Updated: 14 July 2025
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MILITARY AEROSPACE SIMULATION AND TRAINING DEVICES MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Military Aerospace Simulation And Training Devices Market was valued at USD 12.83 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 13.5 billion in 2025, steadily progressing to USD 20.24 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 5.2% from 2025 to 2033.

Aerospace simulators, training tools, and related military services are all part of the simulation and training process for the aerospace Market. Government state institutions in nations with robust aviation industries purchase both civilian and military aircraft. The flight environment is created by the training apparatuses, which mimic aircraft flight.

It is projected that increased defense spending and new technological breakthroughs to improve military capabilities and efficiency would spur growth for military aerospace simulation and training devices on a global scale. Mounting international tensions between foreign nations and aspirations for global strengthening are driving defense expenditure in these areas. As a result, more high-tech, high-resolution military simulators are being designed and manufactured to be used in the training of military personnel.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Travel Restrictions and Personal Shortage were Experienced due to the Pandemic

The COVID-19 epidemic had a negative impact on the world market for military aerospace simulation due to travel restrictions, and it did so through 2020. Market participants are developing clever cost-saving efforts as a result of the harm done to the overall economy. The key risk factors for industry players in military training devices include legislative and regulatory changes, reliance on labor, managing working capital and liquidity and solvency management. Due to travel restrictions, a personnel shortage, and supply chain delays, the majority of initiatives for military aerospace simulation and training devices were shut down during the epidemic.

LATEST TRENDS

Prototype for Wargaming Center Constructed which can be Utilized to Observe and Coach Variety of Wargaming Techniques

BAE Systems received a contract with the U.S. Marine Corps in August 2020. (USMC). A prototype for a brand-new, cutting-edge Wargaming Center to be constructed at the Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia was to be produced as part of the agreement. The device incorporates artificial intelligence, computer vision, game theory, multi-domain modeling and simulation, and predictive data analysis for more observations and coaching on a variety of wargaming techniques.

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MILITARY AEROSPACE SIMULATION AND TRAINING DEVICES MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type Analysis

According to type, the market can be segmented into Full Flight Simulator, Flight Training Device and Computer Based Training

By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market can be divided into Fixed-wing Aircraft and Rotary-wing Aircraft

DRIVING FACTORS

Government and Training Companies are Collaborating to Develop and Acquire New Aircraft Models

Currently dominating the market, fixed-wing aircraft are predicted to see the greatest CAGR during the projection period. This is mostly because armed forces all over the world are developing and acquiring new aircraft models. Governments are collaborating with simulator and training companies to advance together. Artificial intelligence (AI) technology development is quickly becoming a highly important aspect of training. Another driving force supporting the expansion of this market during the projection period is the OEMs' new aircraft development plans. The necessity for aircraft with a significantly bigger carrying capacity to fly in the heat of battle has been forced by the rise in military aggression around the world.

Growth in Government Spendings on Defense in order to Combat the Rising Dangers of War and Other Internal Problems

In recent years, the world's defense spending has increased dramatically. Many governments are consistently raising their defense spending to buy and produce cutting-edge security solutions in order to modernize the defense forces to combat the growth in dangers of war and other internal problems. 2.4% of the world's GDP in 2020 was spent on the military. Therefore, a surge in global military spending has accelerated the use of simulation and training tools. Therefore, it is anticipated that an increase in defense spending will create new opportunities for the military aerospace simulation and training devices segment to expand during the course of the projected period.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Health Problems and Lack of Skilled Trainers can Potentially Hinder Industry Growth

Aerospace simulation training systems frequently cause motion sickness, and users may experience a variety of symptoms, including nausea, exhaustion, perspiration, and disorientation. Although the majority of the training can be done effectively on a simulation device, an instructor must be there to train the pilot, which is another factor affecting military aerospace simulation and training devices market growth. In contrast to a real aircraft, training in a simulator calls for specific teaching skills. The customer base for military aerospace simulation may be hampered in the next few years by a shortage of qualified trainers in emerging economies.

MILITARY AEROSPACE SIMULATION AND TRAINING DEVICES MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Growing Contracts from the Countries and Requirement for Maintenance Crews in the Region is Promoting North America to Lead

The training devices market is expected to continue to be dominated by North America throughout the projected period. Growing contracts from the US and Canada to replace the old navy fleet with new ones as well as substantial exports of goods are the key factors causing the necessity of new fleet commanders and crew. Along with it, there is an increase in demand for military training programmes as a result. Boeing Technician Outlook 2019 predicts that North America would require over 193,000 aviation engineers and maintenance crews. There will, it is anticipated, be a rise in the need for maintenance personnel training in the region during the course of the forecast period. Manufacturers and processors of the military aerospace simulation and training devices are expected to be the market's primary growth drivers. All these factors promote the North America military aerospace simulation and training devices market share in the region.

Meanwhile, during the forecast period, the Asia Pacific size of military aerospace simulation and training devices is expected to reach at the highest CAGR. For instance, China and India are pushing the acquisition of this technology by increasing their military budget. Another factor that is projected to increase regional demand is a focus on offering forces world-class training that is both inexpensive and effective. A few noteworthy programmes are the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) programme, the J-15 and J-13 flight simulators developed by China, the Rafale simulators and fifth-generation aircraft simulators developed by India, among others.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players are Focusing on Mergers and Acquisitions to Hold a Competitive Advantage in the Market

The market for military training simulations is highly competitive. Government assistance and industry conditions have a direct impact on how fast businesses grow. These businesses distinguish their military simulation and training devices based on the value they provide and the extent to which they are present in both target and emerging markets. The competitive dynamics have also been greatly impacted by certain big mergers and acquisitions that have lately occurred in the sector.

List of Top Military Aerospace Simulation And Training Devices Companies

  • Boeing (U.S.)
  • Lockheed Martin (U.S.)
  • Northrop Grumman (U.S.)
  • CAE (Canada)
  • Thales (France)
  • FlightSafety (U.S.)
  • CSTS Dinamika (Russia)
  • Kratos (U.S.)
  • L-3 Communications (U.S.)
  • Rockwell Collins (U.S.)
  • Textron (U.S.)
  • BAE Systems (U.K.)

REPORT COVERAGE

This report covers the military aerospace simulation and training devices market. The CAGR expected to be in during the forecast period, and also the USD value in 2022 and what it is expected to be in 2031. The effect COVID-19 had on the market in the beginning of the pandemic. The latest trends taking place in this industry. The factors that are driving this market as well as the factors that are restraining the growth of industry. The segmentation of this market based on type and applications. The region leading in the industry and why they will continue to do so during the forecast period. Further, the key market players, what all is being done by them to stay ahead of their competition as well as retain their market positions. All these details are covered in the report.

Military Aerospace Simulation and Training Devices Market Report Scope & Segmentation

Attributes Details

Market Size Value In

US$ 12.83 Billion in 2024

Market Size Value By

US$ 19.24 Billion by 2033

Growth Rate

CAGR of 5.2% from 2025 to 2033

Forecast Period

2025-2033

Base Year

2024

Historical Data Available

Yes

Regional Scope

Global

Segments Covered

By Type

  • Full Flight Simulator
  • Flight Training Device
  • Computer Based Training

By Application

  • Fixed-wing Aircraft
  • Rotary-wing Aircraft
  • Characteristics of Military Aerospace Simulation and Training

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