Aircraft Sensors Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Aircraft Sensors Market Report is Segmented by Aircraft Type (Fixed-Wing and Rotary-Wing), Sensor Type (Temperature, Pressure, Position, Flow, Torque, Radar, and More), Application (Fuel, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems, Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), and More), End User (OEM and Aftermarket/MRO), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and More). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

Aircraft Sensors Market Size and Share

Aircraft Sensors Market (2025 - 2030)
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Aircraft Sensors Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The aircraft sensor market stood at USD 3.78 billion in 2025 and is forecasted to climb to USD 5.13 billion by 2030, advancing at a 6.30% CAGR. This trajectory reflects sustained fleet expansion, the migration to fly-by-wire control systems, and rising adoption of predictive maintenance services. Operators are compelled to upgrade sensing suites after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) tightened airborne collision-avoidance rules in 2024, while engine makers introduced higher-temperature sensors that support sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) combustion. Radar-based weather and hazard-avoidance products gained momentum as carriers sought to mitigate climate-driven turbulence risk. Military buyers accelerated modernization, funding a USD 270 million infrared upgrade for the F-22 Raptor and expanding orders for autonomous platforms that depend on dense, rugged sensor networks.[1]Source: Federal Aviation Administration, “Equipment, Systems, and Network Information Security Protection,” federalregister.gov Suppliers that combined sensor hardware with cloud analytics captured premium contracts, yet global shortages of aerospace-grade semiconductors stretched lead times and intensified qualification hurdles.

Key Report Takeaways

  • By aircraft type, fixed-wing platforms held 72.54% of the aircraft sensor market share in 2024, while the military aviation sub-segment is projected to record an 8.30% CAGR through 2030.
  • By sensor type, pressure sensors led with 29.58% revenue share in 2024; radar sensors are forecasted to expand at a 9.75% CAGR to 2030.
  • By application, engine and APU systems accounted for a 35.54% share of the aircraft sensor market size in 2024, whereas flight-control systems are set to grow at a 7.50% CAGR over the same horizon.
  • By end user, OEM installations represented 75.20% of total demand in 2024; the aftermarket/MRO segment is advancing at a 7.65% CAGR on predictive-maintenance uptake.
  • By geography, North America retained 42.52% of the aircraft sensor market in 2024, but Asia–Pacific is poised for the fastest expansion, with a 7.85% CAGR through 2030.

Segment Analysis

By Aircraft Type: Military Aviation Drives Modernization

Fixed-wing programs dominated demand, capturing 72.54% of the aircraft sensor market share in 2024 on the strength of commercial jet deliveries. The aircraft sensor market size for fixed-wing applications is projected to exceed USD 3 billion by 2030 at a 5.8% CAGR. Within that total, military aviation sensors are advancing 8.30% annually as defense ministries retrofit legacy fighters with wide-area infrared, radar, and electronic-warfare suites. Lockheed Martin’s F-22 upgrade illustrated the premium paid for 360-degree passive surveillance.

Rotorcraft and tilt-rotor fleets embraced multispectral cameras and lidar for obstacle avoidance during low-altitude operations. Collins Aerospace’s perception-sensing system enabled automated landing in degraded visual conditions. Cross-pollination of software-defined sensor processors between rotorcraft and fighter jets cut non-recurring engineering costs, compressing time-to-market for export variants. As autonomous cargo drones scale, demand for lightweight inertial and barometric modules will reinforce the aircraft sensor market expansion across all airframe classes.

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By Sensor Type: Radar Systems Lead Innovation

Underlying pitot-static, environmental-control, and engine-oil systems with stable, high-volume shipments, pressure devices remained foundational. Still, radar units registered the steepest growth at 9.75% CAGR as airlines sought advanced turbulence prediction and de-icing advisory features. The aircraft sensor market size for radar is forecast to reach USD 1.2 billion by 2030, reflecting both retrofit and line-fit programs. ACAS Xa requirements further boosted airborne surveillance radars for regional jets.

Edge-AI packages integrated radar, lidar, and optical inputs on a single board, reducing wiring by 20% and enabling condition-based antenna calibration. MEMS accelerometers and proximity detectors benefited from automotive cost curves yet continued to undergo supplemental screening to meet RTCA DO-160 vibration profiles. Temperature and flow sensor designers added cybersecurity wrappers to satisfy imminent FAA network-security mandates, raising bill-of-materials cost but cementing long-term service revenue prospects.

By Application: Flight Control Systems Accelerate Growth

Propulsion-related installations generated the largest revenue pool, accounting for 35.54% of the aircraft sensor market size in 2024 as turbofan makers embedded hundreds of sensors to monitor combustion dynamics and bearing loads. The shift toward geared turbofan and open-rotor architectures introduced higher thermal and vibratory stresses, which required next-generation fiber-optic strain gauges. Meanwhile, fly-by-wire expansion drove a 7.50% CAGR in flight-control-system sensors, a pace that outperformed all other domains.

Digital control-surface actuators demanded position and torque feedback with 10-bit resolution, spurring volume orders for contactless Hall-effect devices. Cabin-environment applications gained from increased humidity-control requirements on long-haul jets, integrating air-quality and particulate sensors derived from industrial cleanroom technology. Landing-gear load sensors migrated to wireless formats to trim wiring weight, while weapons-bay pressure devices incorporated fail-safe redundancy to achieve two-fault tolerance demanded by defense customers.

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By End User: Aftermarket Gains Momentum

OEM fitment accounted for 75.20% of 2024 unit shipments as airframes left factories with full sensor suites. However, predictive maintenance platforms triggered a 7.65% CAGR in the aftermarket, pushing operators to retrofit wireless gateway modules that stream health data once aircraft land. The aircraft sensor industry witnessed airlines allocate capital for sensor-as-a-service arrangements that transfer ownership to vendors in exchange for guaranteed availability.

Component pooling widened, and MROs stocked standard-fit MEMS inertial units that cater to multiple fleets, cutting turnaround times. Asia–Pacific’s maintenance spending is projected to reach USD 109 billion by 2043, implying sustained demand for replacement sensors that meet regional Civil Aviation Administration of China guidelines.[3]Source: Airbus, “Asia-Pacific’s Aircraft Services Market to Double Over Next 20 Years,” aircraft.airbus.com Independent repair stations invested in automated calibration benches to reduce cycle times from weeks to days.

Geography Analysis

North America retained 42.52% of global demand in 2024, benefiting from major airlines' elevated Pentagon outlays and fleet-modernization campaigns. Domestic sensor suppliers leveraged early engagement with the FAA to shape standards, enhancing export prospects once rules were adopted abroad. Yet the reliance on offshore chip fabrication prompted Washington to allocate USD 52 billion under the CHIPS Act to bolster local microelectronics capacity. 

Asia–Pacific recorded the highest growth rate at 7.85% CAGR as carriers expanded narrowbody fleets and governments funded Indigenous sensor programs to mitigate export-control risks. China's aviation services value was forecast to hit USD 61 billion by 2043, eclipsing every single country market. Japanese and Korean manufacturers collaborated on MEMS inertial modules for urban-air-mobility vehicles, while India advanced roadmaps for domestically produced air-data sensors to support regional jet projects.

Europe remained a technology bellwether, enforcing stringent sustainability and cybersecurity rules that fostered sensor innovation. Thales completed the Cobham Aerospace Communications acquisition, reinforcing avionics portfolios that blend sensors and secure datalinks. EASA's harmonization with the FAA facilitated reciprocal acceptance of approvals, but suppliers still navigated separate documentation streams. The region emphasized SAF validation instrumentation and non-CO₂ emissions monitoring as part of its Fit-for-55 climate package.

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Competitive Landscape

The aircraft sensor market displayed moderate concentration. Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, and Thales remained entrenched through extensive certification credentials and vertically integrated offerings that stretch from MEMS fabrication to analytics dashboards. Their scale allowed multi-year fixed-price bids that newcomers could not match. Strategic plays focused on digital services: Honeywell acquired Civitanavi Systems to deepen inertial navigation know-how, while Collins Aerospace launched subscription-based health-monitoring modules for the A320 and B737 families.

Supply-chain resilience became a differentiator. GE Aerospace applied 3D printing to bleed-air valves, yielding 35% cost savings and freeing capacity for chip allocations. Mid-tier firms pursued specialization; Curtiss-Wright secured a USD 80 million IDIQ contract for high-speed data-acquisition recorders supporting the US Air Force flight-test programs. Cybersecurity standards such as the FAA Aircraft Network Security Program favored incumbents able to embed encryption and intrusion detection directly in sensor firmware, erecting entry barriers for low-cost competitors.

White-space opportunities persisted in AI-enabled sensor fusion, additive-manufactured housings, and condition-based lubrication sensors for electric-propulsion architectures. Venture-backed start-ups targeted these niches, yet long certification queues and capital intensity limited their near-term influence. Overall, price competition centered on mature pressure and temperature devices, while high-performance radar and infrared modules commanded double-digit operating margins.

Aircraft Sensors Industry Leaders

  1. Honeywell International Inc.

  2. Safran SA

  3. TE Connectivity Corporation

  4. AMETEK Aerospace, Inc.

  5. RTX Corporation

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Recent Industry Developments

  • September 2025: Crane Company announced the USD 1.06 billion purchase of Precision Sensors & Instrumentation, strengthening its pressure-sensor line for environmental control and engine monitoring systems.
  • January 2025: Lockheed Martin received a USD 270 million contract to outfit the F-22 with advanced infrared defensive sensors that deliver 360-degree threat awareness.
  • January 2025: Honeywell and NXP Semiconductors deepened their cooperation on AI-enabled avionics processors for next-generation cockpits.

Table of Contents for Aircraft Sensors Industry Report

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET LANDSCAPE

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Accelerated adoption of fly-by-wire and health-monitoring architectures
    • 4.2.2 Shift to SAF-ready engines driving high-accuracy thermal sensing
    • 4.2.3 FAA mandate on airborne collision-avoidance upgrades
    • 4.2.4 Mainstream drivers-as-a-service platforms for connected fleets
    • 4.2.5 Additive-manufactured sensor housings reducing unit cost
    • 4.2.6 Edge-AI-enabled self-calibrating sensors lowering MRO spend
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Persistent supply-chain crunch of aerospace-grade ASICs
    • 4.3.2 Certification backlog slowing new sensor design-ins
    • 4.3.3 Cyber-hardening requirements inflating BOM cost
    • 4.3.4 Export-control tightening on MEMS IMUs
  • 4.4 Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Regulatory Landscape
  • 4.6 Technological Outlook
  • 4.7 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.7.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.7.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.7.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.7.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.7.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SIZE AND GROWTH FORECASTS (VALUE)

  • 5.1 By Aircraft Type
    • 5.1.1 Fixed-Wing
    • 5.1.1.1 Commercial Aviation
    • 5.1.1.1.1 Narrowbody Aircraft
    • 5.1.1.1.2 Widebody Aircraft
    • 5.1.1.1.3 Regional TJets
    • 5.1.1.2 Business and General Aviation
    • 5.1.1.2.1 Business Jets
    • 5.1.1.2.2 Light Aircraft
    • 5.1.1.3 Military Aviation
    • 5.1.1.3.1 Fighter Aircraft
    • 5.1.1.3.2 Transport Aircraft
    • 5.1.1.3.3 Special Mission Aircraft
    • 5.1.2 Rotary-Wing
    • 5.1.2.1 Commercial Helicopters
    • 5.1.2.2 Military Helicopters
  • 5.2 By Sensor Type
    • 5.2.1 Pressure
    • 5.2.2 Temperature
    • 5.2.3 Position
    • 5.2.4 Flow
    • 5.2.5 Torque
    • 5.2.6 Radar
    • 5.2.7 Accelerometers
    • 5.2.8 Proximity
    • 5.2.9 Other Sensors
  • 5.3 By Application
    • 5.3.1 Fuel,Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
    • 5.3.2 Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
    • 5.3.3 Cabin and Cargo Environmental Controls
    • 5.3.4 Flight Control Systems
    • 5.3.5 Flight Decks
    • 5.3.6 Landing Gear Systems
    • 5.3.7 Weapon Systems
    • 5.3.8 Others
  • 5.4 By End User
    • 5.4.1 OEM
    • 5.4.2 Aftermarket/MRO
  • 5.5 Geography
    • 5.5.1 North America
    • 5.5.1.1 United States
    • 5.5.1.2 Canada
    • 5.5.1.3 Mexico
    • 5.5.2 South America
    • 5.5.2.1 Brazil
    • 5.5.2.2 Mexico
    • 5.5.2.3 Rest of South America
    • 5.5.3 Europe
    • 5.5.3.1 United Kingdom
    • 5.5.3.2 France
    • 5.5.3.3 Germany
    • 5.5.3.4 Italy
    • 5.5.3.5 Spain
    • 5.5.3.6 Russia
    • 5.5.3.7 Rest of Europe
    • 5.5.4 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.5.4.1 China
    • 5.5.4.2 Japan
    • 5.5.4.3 India
    • 5.5.4.4 South Korea
    • 5.5.4.5 Australia
    • 5.5.4.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.5.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.5.5.1 Middle East
    • 5.5.5.1.1 Saudi Arbaia
    • 5.5.5.1.2 Israel
    • 5.5.5.1.3 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.5.5.1.4 Rest of Middle East
    • 5.5.5.2 Africa
    • 5.5.5.2.1 South Africa
    • 5.5.5.2.2 Rest of Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Market Concentration
  • 6.2 Strategic Moves
  • 6.3 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share for key companies, Products and Services, and Recent Developments)
    • 6.4.1 TE Connectivity Corporation
    • 6.4.2 Honeywell International Inc.
    • 6.4.3 Meggitt PLC
    • 6.4.4 AMETEK Aerospace, Inc.
    • 6.4.5 Thales Group
    • 6.4.6 Collins Aerospace (RTX Corporation)
    • 6.4.7 Curtiss-Wright Corporation
    • 6.4.8 Safran SA
    • 6.4.9 Hydra-Electric Company
    • 6.4.10 PCB Piezotronics, Inc. (Amphenol Corporation)
    • 6.4.11 Precision Sensors (United Electric Controls)
    • 6.4.12 Moog Inc.
    • 6.4.13 Garmin Ltd.
    • 6.4.14 TT Electronics plc
    • 6.4.15 Woodward, Inc.
    • 6.4.16 EMCORE Corporation
    • 6.4.17 Bosch General Aviation Technology GmbH (Robert Bosch GmbH)
    • 6.4.18 Eaton Corporation plc
    • 6.4.19 Crane Company

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE OUTLOOK

  • 7.1 White-space and Unmet-Need Assessment
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Global Aircraft Sensors Market Report Scope

Aircraft sensors are critical to providing accurate data for safe and effective flight times, as well as the take-off and landing of the aircraft, as they provide feedback on a wide array of aircraft operational parameters such as the temperature and pressure of the cabin, controlling the wings and flaps, and others.

The market is segmented by sensor type, aircraft type, and geography. By aircraft type, the market is segmented into commercial and business aircraft and military aircraft. By sensor type, the market is segmented into temperature, pressure, position, flow, torque, radar, accelerometer, proximity, and other sensor types. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. 

The report offers market value and forecasts in terms of USD billion.

By Aircraft Type Fixed-Wing Commercial Aviation Narrowbody Aircraft
Widebody Aircraft
Regional TJets
Business and General Aviation Business Jets
Light Aircraft
Military Aviation Fighter Aircraft
Transport Aircraft
Special Mission Aircraft
Rotary-Wing Commercial Helicopters
Military Helicopters
By Sensor Type Pressure
Temperature
Position
Flow
Torque
Radar
Accelerometers
Proximity
Other Sensors
By Application Fuel,Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
Cabin and Cargo Environmental Controls
Flight Control Systems
Flight Decks
Landing Gear Systems
Weapon Systems
Others
By End User OEM
Aftermarket/MRO
Geography North America United States
Canada
Mexico
South America Brazil
Mexico
Rest of South America
Europe United Kingdom
France
Germany
Italy
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Middle East and Africa Middle East Saudi Arbaia
Israel
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East
Africa South Africa
Rest of Africa
By Aircraft Type
Fixed-Wing Commercial Aviation Narrowbody Aircraft
Widebody Aircraft
Regional TJets
Business and General Aviation Business Jets
Light Aircraft
Military Aviation Fighter Aircraft
Transport Aircraft
Special Mission Aircraft
Rotary-Wing Commercial Helicopters
Military Helicopters
By Sensor Type
Pressure
Temperature
Position
Flow
Torque
Radar
Accelerometers
Proximity
Other Sensors
By Application
Fuel,Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
Cabin and Cargo Environmental Controls
Flight Control Systems
Flight Decks
Landing Gear Systems
Weapon Systems
Others
By End User
OEM
Aftermarket/MRO
Geography
North America United States
Canada
Mexico
South America Brazil
Mexico
Rest of South America
Europe United Kingdom
France
Germany
Italy
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Middle East and Africa Middle East Saudi Arbaia
Israel
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East
Africa South Africa
Rest of Africa
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Key Questions Answered in the Report

What is the current aircraft sensor market size and expected growth?

The aircraft sensor market size reached USD 3.78 billion in 2025 and is projected to rise to USD 5.13 billion by 2030, reflecting a 6.30% CAGR.

Which aircraft segment is expanding the fastest for sensor demand?

Military fixed-wing aviation leads, with sensor revenue forecast to climb at an 8.30% CAGR through 2030 as modernization and autonomous-systems procurement accelerate.

Why are radar sensors growing more quickly than other sensor types?

Regulatory shifts toward ACAS Xa collision-avoidance and heightened weather-hazard awareness are driving a 9.75% CAGR for radar sensors, the highest among all categories.

How will supply-chain constraints influence sensor availability?

Extended lead times for aerospace-grade semiconductors are expected to dampen near-term growth by about 1.1 percentage points, pushing suppliers to localize or redesign electronics.

What regions present the largest growth opportunities?

Asia–Pacific is set to expand at 7.85% CAGR, propelled by fleet additions and domestic sensor-manufacturing initiatives aimed at reducing reliance on imported technology.

How are service-based business models changing market dynamics?

Platforms that bundle sensors with predictive-maintenance analytics let airlines shift capital spending to operating expenses, fostering aftermarket growth and recurring revenue for suppliers.

Page last updated on: June 24, 2025

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