Commercial Aircraft Disassembly & Recycling Market, Due to the Future of Sustainable Aviation

Commercial Aircraft Disassembly & Recycling Market Outlook

As global fleets continue to age and sustainability becomes non-negotiable, the commercial aircraft disassembly, dismantling and recycling industry has emerged as a vital cornerstone for aviation’s circular future The size of the commercial aircraft disassembly and dismantling recycling market was projected to be 4.63 billion USD in 2023. It is anticipated that the commercial aircraft disassembly and dismantling recycling market will increase from 4.86 billion USD in 2024 to 7.2 billion USD in 2032. During the forecast period (2025-2032), the Commercial Aircraft Disassembly, Dismantling Recycling Market is anticipated to develop at a CAGR of approximately 5.04%.

This rapid expansion is being fueled by multiple converging trends: rising aircraft retirements, soaring cost of raw materials, heightened environmental regulations and a corporate shift toward circular-economy principles. With more narrow-body jets reaching end-of-life—and increasing volumes of composite materials entering the waste stream—the demand for dismantling and recycling services is escalating across global regions.

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Market Dynamics and Segment Highlights

The narrow-body aircraft segment dominated the market in 2023, with a value of roughly USD 2.5 billion, projected to reach around USD 6.1 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 10.2%. Wide-body aircraft disposal also shows strong momentum—USD 1.8 billion in 2023, climbing to USD 4.2 billion by 2032 with a CAGR of 11.5%. Regional jets, too, are gaining share with a forecasted CAGR of 12.1%, rising from USD 1.2 billion to USD 2.9 billion over the same period.

From a material standpoint, aluminum leads the recycling mix with a projected USD 3.2 billion by 2024, growing at 12.5% per annum. Titanium, composites and steel follow with significant upside—USD 1.5 billion, USD 1.2 billion and USD 0.9 billion, respectively—each supported by strong growth rates ranging from approximately 10.5% to 11.2%.

Why This Market Matters

Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it has become a strategic imperative. Dismantling and recycling end-of-life aircraft not only reduces landfill waste and carbon footprint, but also recovers high-value materials and components. Airlines, leasing firms and MRO providers are increasingly sourcing used serviceable materials (USM) from these supply chains to reduce maintenance costs and secure scarce components. This cost-effectiveness, combined with increasing regulation on aircraft disposal, positions recycling as both an ecological and economical practice.

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Regional Insights

North America holds the largest share of the global market, underpinned by early adoption of aircraft recycling facilities, a high rate of retirements and strong environmental policies. Europe follows closely, driven by stringent end-of-life regulations and a growing focus on circular processes. Asia-Pacific, South America and the Middle East & Africa represent developing opportunities, where infrastructure investment and rising air traffic promise stronger growth prospects in the coming decade.

Key Players and Competitive Landscape

The industry is consolidated, with leading firms such as Ascent Aviation Services, A J Walter Aviation Ltd., AAR CORP., AerCap Holdings and Air Salvage International dominating the market share. These companies are investing in M&A, facility expansion and R&D to develop robotic dismantling, AI-powered sorting, and other next-generation recovery methods.

Other notable names include Tarmac Aerosave, VAS Aero Services, Safran, Satair and Original Flight Spares—each carving a niche in component management, materials recycling, or aircraft teardown services.

Innovation on the Horizon

Robotic dismantling systems, advanced material identification tools, chemical recycling processes and AI-driven component recovery are transforming what used to be purely manual operations into highly efficient, sustainable pipelines. The overall aircraft recycling market—including military and cargo aircraft—is expected to grow from USD 6.8 billion in 2025 to USD 13.8 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 8.1%.

These technological advancements support better recovery yields, lower environmental impact, and faster turnaround—key advantages for stakeholders looking to monetize retired aircraft responsibly while meeting ESG mandates.

Why IndustryToday.co Readers Should Care

For operators, OEMs, investors and ESG-focused enterprises, this market offers significant opportunity. Whether it’s sourcing USM for cost reduction, meeting sustainability commitments, or capitalizing on end-of-life services, participating in this expanding ecosystem aligns both ecological and economic goals. Auctions, recycling partnerships or entry into component remanufacturing open profitable pathways in a maturing yet dynamic industry.

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Looking Ahead

By 2032, the commercial aircraft disassembly and recycling market is expected to more than double—from around USD 5.8 billion in 2024 to USD 13.7 billion, with knock-on effects across raw material markets, aftermarket parts, and environmental compliance regimes. With narrow-body retirements accelerating, material prices surging and demand for circular aviation rising, this sector stands at the intersection of sustainability and growth.

Aviation leaders embracing these trends today stand to lead tomorrow—offsetting costs, reducing ecological impact and enabling a truly circular lifecycle for aircraft.

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