The import of aircraft launching gear to the UK is projected to decline from 14.53 thousand items in 2024 to 8.0 thousand items in 2028. This indicates a consistent year-on-year decrease in the quantity of imports. From 2024 to 2025, the forecast shows a 11.56% decline, followed by a 12.83% decline from 2025 to 2026. From 2026 to 2027, the imports decrease by 14.46%, and a further decrease of 16.52% is expected in 2028. Over the forecasted period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is negative, indicating an average annual decline across these years.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential changes in UK's defense and aviation sector policies that could affect import levels.
Technological advancements that may reduce dependence on imported launching gear.
Geopolitical factors that could impact trade relations and import stability.
Evolving market demands and shifts in global supply chain dynamics.