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When shaping a defense strategy, it’s critical to see the whole field — and what’s ahead. For more than 50 years, Forecast International has armed industry leaders and primes with intelligence that reduces uncertainty, highlights opportunity, and sharpens competitive edge. Our proprietary forecasting and real-time analysis empower clients to anticipate shifts, pivot with precision, and execute with confidence across global markets. Let us do the same for you. 

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Program-level insight across every major A&D domain
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MILITARY AEROSPACE CONTINUES TO SOAR

 As supply chain disruptions continue to  ease and conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine War and the Israel-Gaza conflict drive up defense procurement, military aerospace production is soaring. Trust Forecast International’s market forecasting and analysis to elevate your success even further.

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Each Forecast International report includes a program overview, detailed statistics, recent developments, and a competitive analysis, culminating in production forecasts spanning 10 or 15 years.

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Forecast International has set the market forecasting standard for 50 years. Our talented analysts work tirelessly to bring you only the most accurate information.

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Any of our military defense products can be accessed in our exclusive FI Global Intelligence platform. With the Platinum Forecast System, you can create customized assessments that quickly identify both risk and future opportunities. 

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FI Global Intelligence

FI Global Intelligence is Forecast International’s flagship platform—your secure, all-in-one gateway to the most comprehensive aerospace, defense, and power systems intelligence available.

Built for strategic planners and decision-makers, it delivers continuously updated data, forecasts, and analysis across every major global market.

Deep Forecasting Coverage

Up to 15 years of forward-looking market forecasts and 10 years of historical data.

Advanced Search & Custom Queries

Filter by date range, platform, category, geography, company, and currency.

Continuously Updated Intelligence

Market segment analyses and system-level reports refreshed regularly, with interim updates issued for major developments.

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Access authoritative profiles spanning systems, platforms, technologies, and modernization priorities.

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FI Global Intelligence Modules At-a-Glance

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  • Civil Aircraft Forecast
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  • Space Systems Forecast – Satellites & Spacecraft
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  • Naval Warfare Systems Forecast
  • Naval Vessels Forecast
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power systems
  • Aviation Gas Turbine Forecast
  • Industrial & Marine Turbine Forecast (Gas & Steam)
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weapons systems
  • Military Vehicles Forecast
  • Missile Forecast
  • Ordnance & Munitions Forecast
  • Unmanned Vehicles Forecast – Airborne Systems
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  • Airborne Electronics Forecast
  • C5I Forecast
  • Electronic Systems Forecast
  • Electronic Warfare Forecast
  • Electro-Optical Systems Forecast
  • Land & Sea-Based Electronics Forecast
  • Radar Forecast
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  • Defense & Aerospace Companies, Vol II – International
  • International Contractors
  • U.S. Defense Budget Forecast Database
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    • The IMM report for each country comprises three segments: Data, Market Overview, and Force Structures. The Data segment provides full coverage of a nation’s national and military budgets and discusses the geopolitical factors that will impact the country’s military market. A key feature is a five-year defense spending forecast. The Market Overview reviews a country’s military programs – from aircraft to warships – and provides details on plans for future procurement. Force Structures provides a detailed listing of all military manpower and hardware in the nation’s inventory, including missiles, UAVs, military vehicles, aircraft, warships, and more.
    • IMM – Asia, Australia & Pacific Rim
    • IMM – Eurasia
    • IMM – Europe
    • IMM – Latin America & Caribbean
    • IMM – Middle East & Africa
    • IMM – North America
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    Unlock the complete aerospace & defense market—forecasts, programs, budgets, and competitive insight in one platform.

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    Online Databases

    FI’s Online Databases are designed for users who need fast, flexible access to highly structured information. Each database is maintained by FI analysts and delivered with one year of access, enabling you to search, filter, and export the data you need to support market research, planning, and business development.

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    Military Aircraft/Engine Inventories

    A comprehensive global listing of ~70,750 fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft and ~125,700 major engine designations, fully sortable and compatible with most spreadsheet programs. Includes operator/owner data, engine details, quantities by year, and active/status fields. Updated in real time through FI’s Intelligence Center.

    • Aircraft Manufacturer
    • Aircraft Country
    • Designation & Variant
    • Mission Category
    • Phase (Active, On Order)
    • Tail Number
    • Takeoff Weight (TOW)
    • Seat Quantity
    • Aircraft Age
    • Operator Name
    • Operator Type
    • Owner Name
    • Owner Country/Region
    • Engine Manufacturer
    • Engine Designation
    • Engine Type
    • Engine Age / Quantity by Year
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    Market Segments

    Forecast International’s Market Segments deliver structured, forward-looking intelligence across the global aerospace and defense landscape. Each segment provides program-level analysis, long-range forecasts, and clear competitive context—organized to help leaders evaluate opportunity, understand modernization and procurement cycles, and anticipate shifts in market demand

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    Cost Effective Briefings

    Our Market Segment Packages deliver concise, executive-level intelligence designed for strategic planning and formal presentations. Each annual package includes a detailed PDF market analysis, related program reports, and an Excel workbook featuring production and forecast data—giving you immediate access to the most current outlook for your specific segment.

    Built for high-level decision-makers, these packages provide the clarity and data-driven insight needed to evaluate long-term market potential and guide confident strategy.

    • Executive Level Market Briefing
    • Long Range Forecasts & Program Level Insight
    • Clear Competitive & Modernization Context
    • Supports Strategic Planning & Opportunity Assessment
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    FI White Paper Library

    Our white papers offers actionable intelligence across the global aerospace and defense landscape. Whether you’re supporting investment decisions, shaping modernization priorities, or evaluating future market opportunities, you’ll find clear, concise analysis from FI’s team of subject-matter experts.

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    FI Defense Membership

    Stay ahead of global developments with analyst-curated updates delivered throughout the year. Each FI Defense Membership Includes:

    Weekly FI Market Recap

    The World Aerospace & Defense Intelligence Letter summarizing the week’s most important geopolitical, military, and defense industry news.

    4 Webinars

    Exclusive industry deep-dives on major programs, technologies, and market shifts

    12 White Papers

    Expert analysis from FI Analysts on emerging technologies, modernization priorities, competitive landscapes, and long-term market dynamics.

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    U.S. Defense Budget Forecast

    Forecast International’s U.S. Defense Budget Forecast is an interactive, comprehensive acquisition intelligence platform that simplifies one of the most complex research challenges in the defense industry: understanding where the Pentagon and Congress are directing billions in spending. The tool delivers fast, intuitive access to historical funding, current budget requests, FYDP projections, program quantities, and real-time congressional markups—all in a single, streamlined interface. With 10-year datasets, powerful search and filtering capabilities, automated program grouping, sortable market-segment views, instant Excel exports, and direct links to justification documents, users can quickly pinpoint procurement trends, assess long-term investment patterns, and identify emerging opportunities or risks. Designed for executives, analysts, and business development teams who need accurate, on-demand budget insight, the U.S. Defense Budget Forecast provides a clear, data-driven foundation for smarter strategic planning and market positioning.

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    The World’s Most Accessible Military Intelligence Platform.

    Military Periscope

    Developed by the United States Naval Institute in 1986, Military Periscope, has become the world’s easiest-to-use, most up-to-date, open-source military database. Military Periscope is Forecast International’s sister platform featuring detailed coverage of:
    7,500+ weapon systems
    165+ armed forces
    150+ defense companies
    Militant Organizations Archive

    Military Periscope provides unmatched breadth for defense research and capability assessment. Military Periscope complements FI Global Intelligence by providing rapid-reference profiles and data ideal for quick-turn research, operational planning, and comparative analysis.

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    Insights Across the global defense landscape

    Latest Coverage From FI Defense Analysts

    Stay up to date with real-time analysis from Forecast International’s Defense & Security Monitor publication. Delivering brief, data-informed updates on global programs, market developments, and emerging trends written by expert FI analysts.

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