Aircraft De Icing Market
PUBLISHED: 2025 ID: SMRC28327
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Aircraft De Icing Market

Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Aircraft Type (Commercial Aircraft, Cargo Aircraft, Military Aircraft, General Aviation Aircraft and Other Aircraft Types), Equipment Type, Method, Application and By Geography

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Published: 2025 ID: SMRC28327

This report covers the impact of COVID-19 on this global market
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According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Aircraft De-Icing Market is accounted for $1.3 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $1.8 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period. Aircraft de-icing is the process of removing ice, snow, or frost from an aircraft's surfaces, such as the wings, tail, and control surfaces, to ensure safe flight. These frozen deposits can affect the aircraft’s performance, aerodynamics, and control, potentially leading to dangerous situations. De-icing typically involves the application of heated, chemical solutions, such as glycol-based fluids, to melt the ice. 

According to the Airlines for America association, commercial aviation in the country contributed to 5% of the GDP, which amounts to USD 1.25 trillion in 2022.

Market Dynamics: 

Driver: 

Increased focus on environmental sustainability

The market is increasingly focused on environmental sustainability due to growing concerns over the environmental impact of de-icing fluids. Traditional glycol-based solutions, while effective, contribute to pollution and waste. As a result, the industry is shifting towards eco-friendly alternatives, such as biodegradable de-icing fluids and more efficient application methods, to minimize environmental harm, reduce chemical runoff, and support sustainable aviation practices while ensuring safety in winter operations.

Restraint:

Limited availability of de-icing infrastructure
 
Limited availability of de-icing infrastructure in aircraft construction negatively impacts the market by hindering efficient operations in cold weather conditions. Inadequate de-icing facilities at airports can lead to delays, increased fuel consumption, and compromised safety. This lack of infrastructure forces airlines to rely on suboptimal de-icing methods, increasing operational costs and environmental impact, while potentially risking aircraft performance and safety during winter weather conditions.

Opportunity:

Increasing use of advanced materials in aircraft construction

The increasing use of advanced materials in aircraft construction, such as composite materials and lightweight alloys, is influencing the market. These materials, while enhancing fuel efficiency and performance, can be more susceptible to ice accumulation. As a result, there is a growing demand for tailored de-icing solutions that are compatible with these materials, requiring the development of specialized, less abrasive de-icing fluids and techniques to protect aircraft surfaces without causing damage.

Threat:

Impact of weather patterns

The impact of unpredictable weather patterns on aircraft construction negatively affects the market by increasing the demand for de-icing services. Extreme cold weather and frequent snowstorms lead to more frequent and intensive de-icing requirements, straining airport resources and causing delays. These weather disruptions can also increase operational costs for airlines, as they must invest in additional de-icing equipment and fluids, ultimately impacting efficiency and safety in winter operations.

Covid-19 Impact: 

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the market by disrupting air travel, leading to a decline in demand for de-icing services. Reduced flight operations during lockdowns and travel restrictions resulted in less frequent need for de-icing. Additionally, supply chain disruptions affected the availability of de-icing fluids and equipment. As air traffic gradually recovers, the market is seeing resurgence in demand for de-icing services to ensure safe winter operations.

The commercial aircraft segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The commercial aircraft segment is anticipated to account for the largest market share during the projection period. De-icing ensures that aircraft is free from ice and snow buildup, preventing potential hazards and delays. With increasing passenger air travel and the rising demand for safer, quicker de-icing methods, technologies like infrared heating and advanced de-icing fluids are becoming crucial in maintaining commercial aircraft performance in harsh weather conditions.

The infrared heating segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The infrared heating segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the extrapolated period due to its efficient, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective nature. Infrared heaters effectively remove ice and snow from aircraft surfaces by transferring heat directly to the frozen areas, reducing energy consumption and operational downtime. As aviation industries increasingly focus on sustainability and reducing de-icing fluid usage, infrared heating technologies are becoming a preferred solution, driving market growth.

Region with largest share:

North America region is anticipated to account for the largest market share during the forecast period due to harsh winter conditions and the region's high air traffic volume. With frequent snow and ice buildup affecting flight safety and operations, demand for efficient de-icing solutions, such as advanced fluids and infrared heating technologies, is rising. Key players are focusing on eco-friendly and cost-effective de-icing methods, driving market growth and enhancing operational efficiency for airlines and airports.

Region with highest CAGR:

Asia Pacific is expected to register the highest growth rate over the forecast period due to increased air traffic, changing climate conditions, infrastructure improvements, and technological advancements in de-icing methods. Additionally, the market is witnessing a shift towards sustainable technologies, including eco-friendly de-icing fluids and infrared heating, to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Aircraft De-Icing market include Parker Hannifin Corporation, JBT Corporation, Doll Aviation, TLD Group, BASF, Dow Chemical Company, Clariant International Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., Thermo King Corporation, Zodiac Aerospace, Swissport International Ltd., Siemens AG, LyondellBasell, Tronair Inc. and DuPont de Nemours Inc.

Key Developments:

In July 2024, Honeywell and Odys Aviation, a developer of advanced hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) aircraft, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the design of new Ground Control Stations to support the rollout of Odys Aviation’s hybrid VTOL aircraft in the Middle East and Pacific.

In April 2024, Parker Aerospace, a business segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, will participate in the HyFIVE consortium of industry and academic partners developing a world-leading liquid hydrogen fuel system and supply chain supporting zero-emission aviation in the 2030s.

Aircraft Types Covered:
• Commercial Aircraft
• Cargo Aircraft
• Military Aircraft
• General Aviation Aircraft
• Other Aircraft Types

Equipment Types Covered:
• Anti-Icing Vehicles
• De-Icing Boots
• Hot Air Systems
• Infrared De-Icing
• Electro-Mechanical Systems 

Methods Covered:
• Spray-De-Icing
• Chemical De-Icing
• Infrared Heating
• In-flight De-Icing
• Other Methods 

Applications Covered:
• Wings
• Tail
• Engines
• Windshields
• Airframe
• Other Applications 

Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan        
o China        
o India        
o Australia  
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific    
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa 
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary      
        
2 Preface       

 2.1 Abstract      
 2.2 Stake Holders     
 2.3 Research Scope     
 2.4 Research Methodology    
  2.4.1 Data Mining    
  2.4.2 Data Analysis    
  2.4.3 Data Validation    
  2.4.4 Research Approach    
 2.5 Research Sources     
  2.5.1 Primary Research Sources   
  2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources   
  2.5.3 Assumptions    
        
3 Market Trend Analysis     
 3.1 Introduction     
 3.2 Drivers      
 3.3 Restraints     
 3.4 Opportunities     
 3.5 Threats      
 3.6 Application Analysis    
 3.7 Emerging Markets     
 3.8 Impact of Covid-19     
        
4 Porters Five Force Analysis     
 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers    
 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers    
 4.3 Threat of substitutes    
 4.4 Threat of new entrants    
 4.5 Competitive rivalry     
        
5 Global Aircraft De-icing Market, By Aircraft Type   
 5.1 Introduction     
 5.2 Commercial Aircraft     
 5.3 Cargo Aircraft     
 5.4 Military Aircraft     
 5.5 General Aviation Aircraft    
 5.6 Other Aircraft Types    
        
6 Global Aircraft De-icing Market, By Equipment Type  
 6.1 Introduction     
 6.2 Anti-Icing Vehicles     
 6.3 De-Icing Boots     
 6.4 Hot Air Systems     
 6.5 Infrared De-Icing     
 6.6 Electro-Mechanical Systems    
        
7 Global Aircraft De-icing Market, By Method   
 7.1 Introduction     
 7.2 Spray-De-Icing     
 7.3 Chemical De-Icing     
 7.4 Infrared Heating     
 7.5 In-flight De-Icing     
 7.6 Other Methods     
        
8 Global Aircraft De-icing Market, By Application   
 8.1 Introduction     
 8.2 Wings      
 8.3 Tail      
 8.4 Engines      
 8.5 Windshields     
 8.6 Airframe      
 8.7 Other Applications     
        
9 Global Aircraft De-icing Market, By Geography   
 9.1 Introduction     
 9.2 North America     
  9.2.1 US     
  9.2.2 Canada     
  9.2.3 Mexico     
 9.3 Europe      
  9.3.1 Germany     
  9.3.2 UK     
  9.3.3 Italy     
  9.3.4 France     
  9.3.5 Spain     
  9.3.6 Rest of Europe    
 9.4 Asia Pacific     
  9.4.1 Japan     
  9.4.2 China     
  9.4.3 India     
  9.4.4 Australia     
  9.4.5 New Zealand    
  9.4.6 South Korea    
  9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific    
 9.5 South America     
  9.5.1 Argentina    
  9.5.2 Brazil     
  9.5.3 Chile     
  9.5.4 Rest of South America   
 9.6 Middle East & Africa    
  9.6.1 Saudi Arabia    
  9.6.2 UAE     
  9.6.3 Qatar     
  9.6.4 South Africa    
  9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa   
        
10 Key Developments      
 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures 
 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers    
 10.3 New Product Launch    
 10.4 Expansions     
 10.5 Other Key Strategies    
        
11 Company Profiling      
 11.1 Parker Hannifin Corporation    
 11.2 JBT Corporation     
 11.3 Doll Aviation     
 11.4 TLD Group     
 11.5 BASF      
 11.6 Dow Chemical Company    
 11.7 Clariant International Ltd.    
 11.8 Honeywell International Inc.    
 11.9 Thermo King Corporation    
 11.10 Zodiac Aerospace     
 11.11 Swissport International Ltd.    
 11.12 Siemens AG     
 11.13 LyondellBasell     
 11.14 Tronair Inc.     
 11.15 DuPont de Nemours Inc.    
        
List of Tables       
1 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN) 
2 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Aircraft Type (2022-2030) ($MN)
3 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Commercial Aircraft (2022-2030) ($MN)
4 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Cargo Aircraft (2022-2030) ($MN)
5 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Military Aircraft (2022-2030) ($MN)
6 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By General Aviation Aircraft (2022-2030) ($MN)
7 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Other Aircraft Types (2022-2030) ($MN)
8 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Equipment Type (2022-2030) ($MN)
9 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Anti-Icing Vehicles (2022-2030) ($MN)
10 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By De-Icing Boots (2022-2030) ($MN)
11 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Hot Air Systems (2022-2030) ($MN)
12 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Infrared De-Icing (2022-2030) ($MN)
13 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Electro-Mechanical Systems (2022-2030) ($MN)
14 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Method (2022-2030) ($MN) 
15 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Spray-De-Icing (2022-2030) ($MN)
16 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Chemical De-Icing (2022-2030) ($MN)
17 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Infrared Heating (2022-2030) ($MN)
18 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By In-flight De-Icing (2022-2030) ($MN)
19 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Other Methods (2022-2030) ($MN)
20 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
21 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Wings (2022-2030) ($MN) 
22 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Tail (2022-2030) ($MN) 
23 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Engines (2022-2030) ($MN) 
24 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Windshields (2022-2030) ($MN)
25 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Airframe (2022-2030) ($MN) 
26 Global Aircraft De-icing Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
        
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.

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