Flight Management Systems (FMS) and Stable Market Report 2024

The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market size have grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.13 billion in 2023 to $3.38 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The increase in commercial air travel, regulatory requirements for flight safety, demand for fuel-efficient aircraft, expansion of air cargo transportation, and growth in global defense budgets contributed to the growth observed in the historic period.

The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market size are expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.61 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth anticipated in the forecast period is driven by the adoption of 4D trajectory management, higher rates of aircraft production, increased passenger traffic in emerging markets, ongoing emphasis on operational efficiency, and efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Key trends expected in this period include the transition towards electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, expanded use of cloud-based flight management solutions, growing application of blockchain for aviation data security, integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) in flight management systems, and advancements in augmented reality for cockpit displays.

The growth in global fleet orders is driving increased demand for flight management systems (FMS), ensuring a stable market outlook. Fleet orders, referring to cumulative purchases by airlines and operators for new aircraft, are rising due to expanding air travel needs and fleet modernization. Flight management systems play a critical role in this trend by enhancing operational efficiency, enabling precise navigation and flight planning, optimizing fuel usage, and maintaining stable flight conditions. For example, in 2023, airplane shipments saw significant increases compared to the previous year. Piston airplane deliveries rose by 11.8%, totaling 1,682 units, while turboprop deliveries increased by 9.6% to 638 units. Business jet deliveries also grew from 712 to 730 units, with the total value of deliveries reaching $23.4 billion, marking a 2.2% rise. These figures underscore the robust demand driving the flight management systems (FMS) market forward.

Key players in this market are increasingly focusing on innovation, such as guided visual procedures that enhance pilot guidance during visual approaches. Honeywell International Inc., for instance, introduced Flight Management System Guided Visual Procedures in October 2023. This feature provides precise lateral and vertical guidance during visual approaches, improving approach consistency and reducing pilot workload. Such advancements highlight Honeywell's commitment to enhancing aviation safety and efficiency, solidifying its position in the FMS market.

In February 2024, Malaysia Airlines Berhad partnered with Thales Group to enhance flight management and surveillance solutions for its Airbus A330neo fleet. Thales Group, a leader in avionics technology, aims to optimize these solutions to boost safety, operational efficiency, and accuracy in Malaysia Airlines' flight operations. This collaboration demonstrates the strategic efforts within the industry to leverage advanced technologies for improved aviation performance.

Major companies operating in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable market are Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Boeing Company, General Electric Company, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Lufthansa Systems, Innovative Solutions & Support, BAE Systems, Thales Group, Leonardo S.p.A., Elbit Systems, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Esterline CMC Electronics, Universal Avionics Systems Corporation, Genesys Aerosystems, FreeFlight Systems, BendixKing, Comsoft GmbH, Safran Electronics & Defense, DAC International Inc., Avidyne Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable market in 2023. The regions covered in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Flight management systems (FMS) are advanced avionics systems utilized in aircraft to automate flight planning, navigation, and performance management. Stability refers to the state where an aircraft maintains consistent attitude and speed, critical for safe flight operations. These systems utilize sophisticated technologies such as GPS and inertial navigation to optimize routes, manage fuel efficiency, and ensure adherence to flight plans.

The primary aircraft categories equipped with flight management systems (FMS) and stability features include narrow-body aircraft, wide-body aircraft, very large aircraft, and regional transport aircraft. Narrow-body aircraft are commercial planes with a single aisle through the cabin, typically seating passengers in a 3-3 configuration. These aircraft types offer both factory-installed and retrofit options, incorporating essential hardware such as the visual display unit (VDU), control display unit (CDU), and flight management computers (FMC).

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The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market consist of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as maintenance and support services, software updates and upgrades, and training programs. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market also include sales of navigation sensors, communication modules, autopilot systems, and data management units. 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.

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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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