Instrument Landing System Global Market Report 2024

The global instrument landing system market has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.7 billion in 2023 to $1.82 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The expansion experienced in the historic period was driven by enhancements in aviation safety, adherence to regulatory compliance, the surge in global air traffic, developments in radio navigation, ongoing airport modernization initiatives, improved all-weather operational capabilities, and the integration of military and civilian aviation sectors.

The global instrument landing system market is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.33 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The anticipated growth during the forecast period is due to decreased landing delays, advancements in air traffic management, the adoption of precision approach path indicators (PAPI), integration of ground-based augmentation systems (GBAS), the global expansion of low-cost carriers, increasing demand for sustainable aviation solutions, and heightened cybersecurity measures. Key trends expected in this period involve a shift toward precision landing systems, incorporation of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), deployment of dual-frequency ILS, modernization of existing ILS infrastructure, integration of LED technology in ILS components, and collaborative efforts for standardization.

The growth of the instrument landing system market is anticipated to surge due to the escalating air traffic. Air traffic signifies the volume of aircraft in the airspace concurrently. With reduced COVID-19 restrictions and increased affordability of air travel, there's a noticeable rise in air travel compared to previous periods. This surge in air traffic accentuates the necessity for safer landings, a need met by instrument landing systems. Notably, in the initial months of 2022, data from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a UN aviation agency, showed a 65% increase in passengers carried and a 30% rise in aircraft departures compared to the same period in 2021. Thus, the burgeoning air traffic is the driving force behind the instrument landing system market.

The burgeoning demand for air cargo is set to fuel the expansion of the instrument landing system market. Air cargo involves the transportation of goods via private cargo aircraft or utilizing the cargo capacity of passenger planes. Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) play a pivotal role in facilitating air cargo operations by providing precise guidance to pilots during landings in low-visibility conditions, ensuring safe and efficient landings. Notably, recent statistics from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in September 2023 revealed an 11.2% increase in available cargo ton-kilometers (ACTKs), with Asia-Pacific airlines witnessing a 2.7% uptick in air cargo volumes in July 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. This burgeoning demand for air cargo is a significant driver behind the growth of the instrument landing system market.

Technological advancements constitute a prominent trend gaining traction within the instrument landing system market. Key market players are introducing novel technologies to maintain their market positions. For instance, in October 2021, Safran Landing Systems, a France-based company specializing in aircraft landing gear, introduced 'Landing Life.' This comprehensive brand aims to provide a unified solution for landing gears, brakes, wheels, and associated systems. Landing Life endeavors to sustain aircraft in operation, decrease total ownership costs, and promote knowledge-sharing to enhance user experience and satisfaction. The platform offers innovative digital services such as 'Expert Link,' allowing customers' technicians to communicate with Safran Landing Systems' support teams for prompt assistance securely.

Prominent firms operating in the instrument landing system market are embracing strategic partnerships and collaborations to modernize airport infrastructure by manufacturing diverse sets of instrument landing systems. These partnerships involve agreements among various entities, including government bodies, research institutes, and industry players, to enhance and develop ILS technology. These collaborative endeavors aim to bolster the safety and efficiency of air travel by improving the accuracy and reliability of ILS systems. Notably, in June 2022, Russia-based Scientific and Production Corporation ‘Radio Technical Systems’ (NPO ‘RTS’) partnered with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to supply 34 sets of the ILS 734 for the modernization of 24 Indian airports. The ILS 734, certified by the Interstate Aviation Committee, enables the landing of equipped aircraft under specific visibility and decision height parameters, adhering to heightened requirements for equipment reliability and stability.

In November 2022, Indra, a Spain-based technological engineering company specializing in aerospace, defense, and mobility sectors, acquired the Air Traffic Management line of business from Selex ES Inc for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition aims to broaden Indra's product portfolio by incorporating solutions such as the only Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) fully qualified by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a recognized VOR utilized for en-route and approach navigation, and a TACAN that furnishes navigational data to both military and civilian aircraft. Selex ES Inc., a US-based firm operating in air traffic management, law enforcement, and communications technologies, notably holds a substantial market share in instrument landing systems (ILS), particularly in North America.

Major companies operating in the instrument landing system market report are Thales Group, Collins Aerospace, Honeywell International Inc., Universal Avionics Systems Corporation, Calzoni SRL, ADB Safegate BVBA, Multi Electric Manufacturing Inc., Airport Lighting Specialists, ATG Airports Limited, Astronics Corporation, Saab AB, Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corporation, Systems Interface Limited, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Lufthansa Systems GmbH & Co. KG, NEC Corporation, Indra Navia AS, API Technologies Corp., Liberty Airport Systems Inc., Azimut JSC, BAE Systems PLC, Cobham PLC, AUBO Robotics, Frequentis AG, Harris Corporation, Intelcan Technosystems Inc., Leonardo S.p.A., Northrop Grumman Corporation, Raytheon Company, Rockwell Collins Inc.

North America was the largest region in the instrument landing system market in 2023. The regions covered in the instrument landing system market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the instrument landing system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary categories of instrument landing systems are categorized as Category I, Category II, and Category III. Category I systems operate at a decision height of 200 feet and a runway visual range ranging from 1800 feet to 2600 feet. These systems incorporate various technologies such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and incandescent lamps, tailored for both civil and military airport applications.

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The instrument landing system market consists of sales of landing instruments for the aviation sector that are used for providing proper azimuth and descent guidance to the aircraft for smooth landing under normal and adverse conditions. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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