| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 10.38 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 12.81 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 4.30 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Analysis
The Air Traffic Control Equipment Market size is estimated at USD 10.38 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 12.81 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
During COVID-19, many countries put travel restrictions in place, which caused a significant drop in the number of people who flew. Hence the number of passengers on international routes also declined. For instance, South Korea's air passenger volume decreased by 7.7% in 2021 compared to the previous year. Japan's aviation sector also witnessed a significant impact; Narita International Airport in Tokyo saw 5.2 million passengers in 2021, 50% fewer than in 2020. Nevertheless, when international flight restrictions were lifted across most countries, air traffic gradually improved and is still growing, necessitating the demand for new automated air traffic management systems as airports look to accommodate and operate a subsequent increase in aircraft traffic daily.
The rapidly growing air passenger traffic necessitated the development of new airports to serve new routes and the modernization of existing ones to facilitate the seamless movement of aircraft operating in the airspace. Thus, an increase in the number of airports in emerging economies and the need for efficient airspace management have forced airports and airlines to invest in air traffic control technologies. For instance, Airbus, an aircraft manufacturer, forecasted that the number of commercial aircraft in operation would double in the next 20 years to 48,000 worldwide. Such developments are anticipated to trigger demand for air traffic control equipment during the forecast period.
Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Trends
Communication Equipment Segment will Showcase Significant Growth During the Forecast Period
The communication equipment segment accounted for the largest share of the market. A large percentage of the segment has been primarily attributed to the fact that communication between pilots and ground control operators is essential for an orderly flow of information regarding aircraft for air traffic management. Earlier, voice communication systems, which involved the transmission of information between air traffic controllers and pilots, were primarily used to manage air traffic. However, these conventional voice communication systems cannot function effectively in congested airspace, which has propelled the need to develop advanced communication equipment for air traffic control, attracting huge investments.
Furthermore, increasing expenditure on airport construction and modernization, rising spending on the aviation sector, and the adoption of advanced communication equipment for air traffic control all propel market growth. Thus, this segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
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Asia-Pacific Market to Grow with the Highest CAGR During the Forecast Period
The Asia-Pacific region is projected to be the fastest-growing market over the forecast period. Factors such as increased air travel in the area due to a reduction in airfares are also increasing the affordability of air travel in the region. A keen focus on free and fair trade agreements, the implementation of stringent aviation safety regulations, and airport infrastructure developments have been driving the growth of the market in the region.
Over the next few years, there will likely be more airport construction projects, which will help the air traffic management market. For example, China had a new round of airport building and expansion projects in January 2022. The fourth phase of growing the Shanghai Pudong International Airport has already been initiated and is expected to increase its annual passenger handling capacity to 130 million passengers by 2030. In East China's Fujian Province, Xiamen has started new airport construction in Xiang'an. As of now, eight construction projects are underway in Xiangan, with a total investment of USD 9.76 billion.
By the end of 2022, the Delhi airport was to get a major makeover that was likely to cost more than USD 1.3 billion. Expansions included an upgrade of the existing Terminal 1, building a fourth runway, and other development work, aiming to double the airport's capacity to 40 million passengers a year from the current 20 million currently.With the completion of this project, Delhi airport will likely become the first in the country to have four runways. Such airport expansion and new construction projects are projected to drive the market's growth during the forecast period.
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Air Traffic Control Equipment Industry Overview
The air traffic control equipment market is moderately consolidated in nature with few players holding significant shares in the market. Some of the prominent players in the market are THALES, SITA, L3Harris Technologies Inc., INDRA SISTEMAS, S.A., and Raytheon Technologies Corporation.
Moreover, joint ventures from developing economies with air traffic management companies are expected to help the players extend their market presence. For instance, in March 2022, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) entered into a joint venture with Defence PSU company Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the development of indigenous systems for the surface movement of aircraft at airports and air traffic management in the country. Such joint ventures are expected to help the players to further increase their dominance in the market.
Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Leaders
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Indra Sistemas SA
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L3Harris Technologies Inc.
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THALES
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Raytheon Technologies Corporation
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SITA
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Air Traffic Control Equipment Market News
- March 2022: The French Ministry of Defence (MoD) selected Indra's air traffic management and radar system for three airbases through the Direction Générale de l'Armement (DGA). The installation of the systems would increase safety, as well as enhance the efficiency of air operations from the bases. Indra's PSR 2D S-band solid-state radar includes the latest state-of-the-art digital technologies. Together with the company's air traffic automation system, it established one of the most effective systems for the control, monitoring, detection, and automation of military airbases.
- March 2022: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) formed a strategic partnership for the joint, indigenous development of systems for air traffic management and surface movement of aircraft at airports in India.
Air Traffic Control Equipment Industry Segmentation
Air traffic control equipment keeps synchronization between aircraft and air traffic control (ATC) and helps in navigation during takeoff and landing of aircraft.
The air traffic control equipment market is segmented by end-user, type, airport type, and geography. By end user, the market is segmented into commercial and military. By type, the market is segmented into communication equipment, navigation equipment, and surveillance equipment. By airport type, the market is segmented into brownfield and greenfield. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. The market sizing and forecasts have been provided in value (USD million) for all the above segments.
| End-User | Commercial | ||
| Military | |||
| Type | Communication Equipment | ||
| Navigation Equipment | |||
| Surveillance Equipment | |||
| Airport Type | Brownfield | ||
| Greenfield | |||
| Geography | North America | United States | |
| Canada | |||
| Europe | Germany | ||
| United Kingdom | |||
| France | |||
| Rest of Europe | |||
| Asia-Pacific | China | ||
| Japan | |||
| India | |||
| South Korea | |||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |||
| Latin America | Brazil | ||
| Mexico | |||
| Rest of Latin America | |||
| Middle East and Africa | United Arab Emirates | ||
| Saudi Arabia | |||
| Egypt | |||
| Rest of Middle East and Africa | |||
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Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Research FAQs
How big is the Air Traffic Control Equipment Market?
The Air Traffic Control Equipment Market size is expected to reach USD 10.38 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.30% to reach USD 12.81 billion by 2030.
What is the current Air Traffic Control Equipment Market size?
In 2025, the Air Traffic Control Equipment Market size is expected to reach USD 10.38 billion.
Who are the key players in Air Traffic Control Equipment Market?
Indra Sistemas SA, L3Harris Technologies Inc., THALES, Raytheon Technologies Corporation and SITA are the major companies operating in the Air Traffic Control Equipment Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Air Traffic Control Equipment Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Air Traffic Control Equipment Market?
In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Air Traffic Control Equipment Market.
What years does this Air Traffic Control Equipment Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Air Traffic Control Equipment Market size was estimated at USD 9.93 billion. The report covers the Air Traffic Control Equipment Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Air Traffic Control Equipment Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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