According to Fortune Business Insights, the global commercial drone market size was valued at USD 13.86 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow from USD 17.34 billion in 2025 to USD 65.25 billion by 2032, registering a CAGR of 31.31% during the forecast period.

Commercial drones—also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)—are increasingly being adopted across industries for a variety of applications, including air taxis, surveying, logistics, monitoring, surveillance, and mapping. The integration of advanced sensors and camera systems in drones has positioned them as transformative tools in the commercial sector. Growing investments by enterprises and startups are further fueling market expansion as they seek to capitalize on the potential of drone-based technologies.

Key Players in the Commercial Drone Market

Some of the leading companies profiled in the report include:

• 3D Robotics, Inc. (U.S.)
• Aeronavics Ltd. (New Zealand)
• AeroVironment Inc. (U.S.)
• Autel Robotics (China)
• Ehang Holdings Limited (China)
• FLIR Systems, Inc. (U.S.)
• Teal Drones (U.S.)
• Holy Stone (China)
• Intel Corporation (U.S.)
• AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (U.S.)
• Parrot Group (France)
• PrecisionHawk, Inc. (U.S.)
• Skydio, Inc. (U.S.)
• SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd. (China)