Air Crane Helicopter Market to Surge at a CAGR of 9.1% over 2025 to 2032; U.S. Army Procured the UH-60M Black Hawk from Sikorsky to Enhance Medium Lift Assistance

The global air crane helicopter market size stood at USD 6.04 billion in 2024. The market value is slated to rise from USD 6.62 billion in 2025 to USD 12.19 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 9.1% during 2025-2032. Fortune Business Insights™ presents this information in its report titled “Air Crane Helicopter Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Endurance (Up to 15,000 Feet and Above 15,000 Feet), By External Load Capacity (Up to 10,000 Pounds, 10,000 to 20,000 Pounds, and Above 20,000 Pounds), By Application (Power Line Construction, Aerial Firefighting, Oil & Gas, Logistics Operations, and Others), By End-User (Civil & Commercial and Military), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032”.

Air crane helicopters are deployed for transporting heavy loads linked to long slings or cables, carrying bulky materials, the installation of rooftop units, and various applications. An increase in investments focused on the development of advanced helicopters by several governments and private players is poised to impel industry expansion.

The COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on market growth in light of a decline in air crane helicopter demand. This was mainly due to the impact on the construction sector and the enforced travel restrictions.   

Poland Signed a Contract with the U.S. to Purchase 96 AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters

In August 2024, Poland inked a contract with the U.S. for the purchase of 96 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters. The move would help strengthen the armed forces of the country following Russia’s Ukraine invasion. The helicopters would replace Poland’s Mi-24 helicopters and offer new combat capabilities in terms of reconnaissance and target engagement.

Soaring Aerial Firefighting Helicopter Demand to Foster Industry Growth

The rising adoption of helicopters for aerial firefighting for suppressing wildfires across various regions is anticipated to augur well for air crane helicopter market growth. The equipment is equipped with snorkel systems, water tanks, and belly tanks for water storage and is recording a surging demand with the escalating occurrence of wildfires. 

However, the increased costs of personnel training and equipment maintenance are some of the challenges that may restrain industry expansion.

Pivotal Companies Undertake R&D Investments to Introduce Advanced Systems

Prominent industry players are implementing various strategic steps to increase their air crane helicopter market share. One of these steps is R&D investments focused on the development of new systems. A few of the leading companies in the market are Columbia Helicopters Incorporated and The Boeing Company.

Key Players Profiled in the Report:

• Airbus Helicopters SAS (France)


• Lockheed Martin Corporation (U.S.)


• The Boeing Company (U.S.)


• Textron Inc. (U.S.)


• Russian Helicopters (Russia)


• Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy)


• Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (India)


• Kaman Corporation (U.S.)


• Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. (Japan)


• The Robinson Helicopter Company (U.S.)  

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Key Industry Development

• January 2023 – Lockheed Martin’s subsidiary Sikorsky provided the UH-60M Black Hawk to the U.S. Army. The helicopter would provide medium-lift assistance to global operators and the U.S. military over an extended period.

Further Report Findings:

• North America led the global air crane helicopter market in 2024 considering the escalating demand for heavy lift helicopters. The region also exhibits an increasing emphasis on the modernization of helicopter fleets, boosting industry expansion.


• Europe records a soaring air crane rotorcraft demand in logistics operations. The region bags a second-leading share in the global market fostered by rising helicopter usage in the transportation of machinery, oil and gas equipment, and other heavy cargo.


• Furthermore, Latin America and the Middle East & Africa markets (rest of the world) depict a soaring demand for air crane helicopters in the oil and gas industry for equipment transportation. This can be attributed to an escalation in oil & gas exploration activities.

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