The global 5G in aviation market size reached USD 1.5 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, the market is projected to reach USD 33.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 39.08% during 2025-2033. The burgeoning aviation industry, rising demand for better in-flight connectivity, and the growing utilization of 5G in aviation to deliver core wireless transmission represent some of the key factors driving the market.
5G in aviation refers to the utilization of a 5th generation network for performing effective operations in the aviation industry. It is transforming the industry in various areas, such as manufacturing, airports, airlines, and the passenger experience. It provides an enhanced understanding of manufacturing processes by enabling digital twins for aircraft blisks. It assists in performing advanced analytics and simulations to identify and correct faults in aircraft. 5G in aviation also aids in improving airport security by facilitating network-connected 8K cameras and augmented reality (AR) glasses. Besides this, it helps automated guided vehicles (AGVs) perform complete disinfection based on real space occupancy or allows airports to manage automatic fever detection via real-time thermal imaging. It consequently finds applications in real-time equipment monitoring to improve predictive maintenance with video analytics for examining aircraft turnaround processes.
2. What is the expected growth rate of the global 5G in aviation market during 2025-2033?
3. What are the key factors driving the global 5G in aviation market?
4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global 5G in aviation market?
5. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the communication infrastructure?
6. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the technology?
7. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the connectivity type?
8. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the end use?
9. What are the key regions in the global 5G in aviation market?
10. Who are the key players/companies in the global 5G in aviation market?
5G in aviation refers to the utilization of a 5th generation network for performing effective operations in the aviation industry. It is transforming the industry in various areas, such as manufacturing, airports, airlines, and the passenger experience. It provides an enhanced understanding of manufacturing processes by enabling digital twins for aircraft blisks. It assists in performing advanced analytics and simulations to identify and correct faults in aircraft. 5G in aviation also aids in improving airport security by facilitating network-connected 8K cameras and augmented reality (AR) glasses. Besides this, it helps automated guided vehicles (AGVs) perform complete disinfection based on real space occupancy or allows airports to manage automatic fever detection via real-time thermal imaging. It consequently finds applications in real-time equipment monitoring to improve predictive maintenance with video analytics for examining aircraft turnaround processes.
5G in Aviation Market Trends:
At present, the rising utilization of 5G in aviation to deliver core wireless transmission for seamless connection between the ground control room and flight crew for a safe and user-friendly experience represents one of the key factors supporting the growth of the market. In addition, there is a rise in the demand for 5G in aviation among medium and small-sized airports to provide optimized solutions for minimizing downtime and reducing intervention in ground support equipment. This, along with the thriving aviation industry across the globe, is strengthening the growth of the market. Besides this, the growing demand for 5G in aviation to enhance connectivity for contactless solutions for preflight, in-flight, and post-flight operations is positively influencing the market. Moreover, there is an increase in the demand for better in-flight connectivity for video streaming, online interactions, and instant updates on flight schedules across the globe. This, coupled with technological advancements in the telecommunications industry to enable multi-device access over high-speed networks, is propelling the growth of the market. Apart from this, the rising demand for real-time schedules on flight availability and flexible fare schemes is offering lucrative growth opportunities to industry investors. Additionally, key players are introducing 5G-connected artificial intelligence (AI) that helps passengers find their bags easily as AI will be able to recognize unique scuff marks, creases, and material characteristics to distinguish between identical bags and match them to the correct passenger.Key Market Segmentation:
This report provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global 5G in aviation market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country level from 2025-2033. The report has categorized the market based on communication infrastructure, technology, connectivity type, and end-use.Communication Infrastructure Insights:
- Small Cell
- Distributed Antenna System (DAS)
- Radio Access Network (RAN)
Technology Insights:
- Enhanced Mobile Broadband Segment (EMBB)
- Massive Machine Type Communication (MMTC)
- Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communication (URLLC)
- Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)
Connectivity Type Insights:
- Ground-to-Ground Communication
- Air-to-Ground Communication
End Use Insights:
- Airport
- Aircraft
Regional Insights:
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Others
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Others
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Others
- Middle East and Africa
Competitive Landscape:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global 5G in aviation market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the companies include Cisco Systems, Inc., Gogo Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Intelsat Corporation, Nokia Corporation, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, etc.Key Questions Answered in This Report
1. How big is the global 5G in aviation market?2. What is the expected growth rate of the global 5G in aviation market during 2025-2033?
3. What are the key factors driving the global 5G in aviation market?
4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global 5G in aviation market?
5. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the communication infrastructure?
6. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the technology?
7. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the connectivity type?
8. What is the breakup of the global 5G in aviation market based on the end use?
9. What are the key regions in the global 5G in aviation market?
10. Who are the key players/companies in the global 5G in aviation market?
Table of Contents
?1 Preface3 Executive Summary12 Value Chain Analysis14 Price Analysis
2 Scope and Methodology
4 Introduction
5 Global 5G in Aviation Market
6 Market Breakup by Communication Infrastructure
7 Market Breakup by Technology
8 Market Breakup by Connectivity Type
9 Market Breakup by End Use
10 Market Breakup by Region
11 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
13 Porters Five Forces Analysis
15 Competitive Landscape
List of Figures
Companies Mentioned
- Cisco Systems Inc.
- Gogo Inc.
- Honeywell International Inc.
- Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
- Intelsat Corporation
- Nokia Corporation
- Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
Methodology
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