In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity Market Report 2025

This in-flight Entertainment and Connectivity market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The in-flight entertainment and connectivity market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.42 billion in 2024 to $4.7 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to proliferation of air travel, introduction of wireless in-flight entertainment, competitive market dynamics, regulatory support and standards, personalized content recommendations.

The in-flight entertainment and connectivity market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expanded live tv options, satellite constellation advances, flexible pricing models, multilingual content options, global air travel recovery. Major trends in the forecast period include high-speed in-flight connectivity, content streaming services, integration of biometrics, personalization and analytics, satellite technology advancements, collaboration with technology providers.

The substantial increase in the number of airline passengers has emerged as a significant catalyst for the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market. The surge in passenger numbers has led to a heightened demand for various in-flight entertainment services, including video streaming, text messaging, gaming, and internet browsing. According to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the global count of airline passengers is projected to reach 10. 5 billion by 2040. Furthermore, Boeing's 2020-2039 commercial market outlook predicts a doubling of India's domestic air passenger market size by 2030 from pre-pandemic levels. Consequently, the upswing in the number of airline passengers is steering the growth of the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market.

The expanding aerospace industry is anticipated to drive the future growth of the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market. The aerospace sector, encompassing vehicular flight within and beyond Earth's atmosphere, involves various facets such as research, development, design, manufacturing, operation, and maintenance of aircraft and spacecraft. The growth of the aerospace industry generates a heightened demand for advanced in-flight entertainment and connectivity systems, enriching the overall passenger experience and providing enhanced connectivity options during air travel. For example, Airbus SE reported delivering 661 commercial aircraft to 84 customers in 2022, marking an 8% increase from the 611 units sold in 2021. Consequently, the expanding aerospace industry is fostering the growth of the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market.

Technological advancements are a significant trend gaining traction in the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market. Major companies in this sector are concentrating on the introduction of wireless connected entertainment systems to secure a competitive advantage. For example, in November 2022, Moment, a French-based travel industry company, launched its state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and connectivity systems tailored for jet operators, with an emphasis on enhancing the passenger experience. A key feature is the Flymingo Box, a portable wireless device that streams premium content directly to passengers' mobile devices. This lightweight system provides hybrid power options, manages automatic streaming during announcements, and includes e-commerce integration for in-flight shopping. By offering these innovative solutions, Moment aims to boost customer engagement, increase airline revenue, and fulfill the modern demands for connectivity and entertainment during flights, ultimately enhancing overall passenger satisfaction.

Major companies operating in the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market are intensifying their focus on introducing smart connected solutions to gain a competitive edge. Smart connected solutions encompass integrated technologies that offer passengers seamless access to high-speed internet, personalized content, and interactive services while onboard an aircraft. Moment, a Netherlands-based provider of travel industry services, launched Flymingo Jet in November 2022 - a solution tailored for private jet operators. Flymingo Jet allows updates through 4G, Wi-Fi, or a USB key, providing passengers access to services on their devices or provided tablets, thereby promoting smart and connected cabin experiences.

In September 2024, Gogo, a Tanzania-based internet company, acquired Satcom Direct for $375 million. This acquisition aims to enhance Gogo's presence in the business aviation market and facilitate entry into the military and government mobility sectors. Satcom Direct, a US-based aviation technology services company, provides hardware systems, aviation flight management, and connectivity solutions tailored to aircraft type, mission, routes, passenger demand, and installation requirements.

Major companies operating in the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market include Global Eagle Entertainment Inc., Gogo Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Panasonic Corporation, Thales Group, Viasat Inc., Kontron AG, Burrana Inc., Safran SA, Inmarsat Global Limited, Stellar Entertainment Group, Thinkom Solutions Inc., SITA OnAir, Astronics Corporation, Cobham Limited, The Boeing Company, FDS Avionics Corp., Latecoere SA, Northern Avionics srl, BAE Systems plc, Zodiac Aerospace SA, Rockwell Collins Inc., Eutelsat Communications S. A., Iridium Communications Inc., Lufthansa Systems GmbH & Co. KG, Vubiquity Inc., Bluebox Aviation Systems Ltd., DigEcor Inc., FTS Technologies Inc., The Spafax Group, VT Miltope Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the in-flight connectivity and entertainment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the in-flight entertainment and connectivity market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

In-flight entertainment and connectivity pertain to the array of entertainment and connectivity options provided to passengers aboard an aircraft during a flight. This encompasses diverse interconnected multimedia content and platforms that enable passengers to enjoy movies, games, music, information about the travel route, on-board menus, procedural guidelines, and other informative content, thereby enhancing the overall flight experience.

The primary categories of in-flight entertainment and connectivity are hardware and services. In-flight entertainment and connectivity hardware include various products essential for in-flight connectivity, such as antennas, wireless LAN controllers, wireless access points, wireless hotspot gateways, and other hardware facilitating entertainment and connectivity. The different connectivity technologies for in-flight entertainment and connectivity encompass satellite technology and air-to-ground methods, utilized by end-users such as OEMs and the aftermarket.

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The in-flight entertainment and connectivity market includes revenues earned by entities by offering movies, music, TV shows, audio books, games. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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