Aviation Gasoline (Avgas) Market Expected to Reach $18.8 Billion by 2031—Allied Market Research

According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Aviation Gasoline (Avgas) Market," The aviation gasoline (avgas) market size was valued at $12.5 billion in 2021, and aviation gasoline (avgas) industry is estimated to reach $18.8 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2022 to 2031.

Avgas (aviation gasoline) is an aviation gasoline used in aircraft with spark-ignited internal combustion engines. Avgas is distinguished from conventional gasoline (petrol) used in motor vehicles, which is termed mogas (motor gasoline) in aviation context. Aviation gasoline is primarily used by most of the military aircrafts and commercial airlines to maximize fuel efficiency and to lower the operational cost. Aircraft industry has expanding, which has increased the competition among aircraft aviation gasoline production in all sectors.

The demand from military sector for efficient and low cost military grade fuel has increased as all the nations are increasing their military strength. Owing to increased disposable income and boom in tourism industry, rise in air transportation has been experienced through air travel mode, which further drives the aviation gasoline market opportunities. Moreover, introduction of new flight routes and investments from government for construction of new airports also boosts the growth of aviation gasoline market trends. However, fluctuations in crude oil prices and rise in concerns over high level of carbon emissions leading to strict rules & regulations hamper the market growth. Meanwhile, emerging sustainable aviation gasoline (SAF) that is produced from typical feedstock such as cooking oil and other non-palm waste oils from animals or plants, solid waste from homes and businesses, such as packaging, paper, textiles, and food scraps hamper the aviation gasoline market growth.

The aviation gasoline market forecast is segmented on the basis of grade type, aircraft type, application, and region. Depending on grade type, it is divided into Avgas 100, Avgas 100 LL, and others. By aircraft type, the market is classified into fixed wings, rotorcraft, and others. Fixed wings market dominated the aviation gasoline market share in 2021 and is expected to remain dominant during the forecast period. By application, the market is categorized into civil, military, sports & recreational, and others. Region wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA (Latin America, Middle East and Africa). The aviation gasoline market was dominated by North America in 2021 while, Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at higher CAGR owing to high demand from emerging economies in the region.

The major companies profiled in this report include ExxonMobil Corporation, Shell plc, BP plc, TotalEnergies SE, Repsol S.A., Vitol Group, Phillips 66, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Naftal, Hjelmco Oil AB, Chevron Corporation, Oman Oil Corporation SAOC, Sinopec Corp, Gazprom, and Sasol Limited. Rapidly industrialization, modernization, and spread of information through internet have led to the development of tourism industry which in-turn has fuelled the demand for aviation gasoline. Additional growth strategies such as expansion of production capacities, acquisition, partnership, and research & innovation in the application of unleaded aviation gasoline have led to attain key developments in the global aviation gasoline market trends.

Key findings of the study

• As per aviation gasoline (avgas) market analysis, North America is anticipated to exhibit CAGR of 13.2% during 2022-2031.
• As per global aviation gasoline market analysis, by grade type, the Avgas 100 segment accounted for the largest share in 2021.
• By aircraft type, fixed wings aviation gasoline was the leading segment in 2021.
• By application, civil segment was the highest revenue contributor in 2021.

Impact of COVID-19 on Global Aviation Gasoline (Avgas) Market:

• COVID-19 has severely impacted the global economy with devastating effects on global trade, which has simultaneously affected households, business, financial institution, industrial establishments and infrastructure companies. The novel coronavirus has affected several economies ad caused lockdown in many countries which has limited the growth of the market.
• COVID-19 pandemic has triggered a full-fledged crisis in 2020, with travel restrictions and aircraft cancellations imposed to stem the virus’s spread. As a result, demand for aviation turbine fuel and aviation gas has declined drastically. During the peak time of the pandemic, several flights have witnessed a reduction in operations due to the coronavirus outbreak. The majority of countries around the world are gradually opening up their market. Owing to this, demand for aviation gasoline is likely to reach normal levels. However, owing to private and corporate aircraft restrictions, aviation gasoline consumptions is still low compared to pre COVID-19. COVID-19 has forced the closure of training schools and air sports related activities.
• The price of aviation gasoline is directly dependent on the crude oil prices. The demand for crude oil is deficient due to pandemic and the price of crude oil is relatively low; hence, having a negative impact on aviation gasoline cost. As demand for these products began to rise, prices for jet fuel and aviation gasoline (Avgas) market have been normalized.