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

The Aircraft Switches Market Report is Segmented by Application (Commercial, Military, and General Aviation) and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast for all the Above Segments in Value (USD).

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

Aircraft Switches Market Size

Aircraft Switches Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 2.58 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 3.17 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.19 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Aircraft Switches Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Aircraft Switches Market Analysis

The Aircraft Switches Market size is estimated at USD 2.58 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 3.17 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.19% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The commercial aircraft sector's ramped-up production and deliveries fuel a global surge in demand for aircraft switches. This demand is further bolstered by the rising popularity of advanced IFEC systems and the shift toward more interactive IFEC setups. Specifically, the IFEC sector is witnessing a surge as traditional backseat screens, offering limited entertainment, are being replaced by personalized models.

Modern military and commercial aircraft are embracing human-machine interface (HMI) designs, enhancing automation and easing pilot workloads. This, coupled with the broader trend of aircraft digitization, drives the need for updated switching technologies. Cockpits increasingly favor pushbutton switches with light-emitting diodes, especially as they integrate digital data bus interfaces.

As the aviation industry leans towards lighter aircraft, there is a growing fascination with fly-by-wire systems. These systems, managed by processors, streamline autopilot controls by transmitting electrical signals through electronic switches. The rising demand for fly-by-wire installations in new aircraft is set to propel the growth of the aircraft switching market.

However, advanced switches come with high price tags, and stringent regulations could lead to approval delays and increased development costs. Additionally, fluctuating raw material prices impact manufacturing costs and squeeze profit margins for industry players.

Aircraft Switches Industry Overview

The aircraft switches market is fragmented in nature due to the presence of a large number of local and global players. Some of the key players in the market are Safran SA, Honeywell International Inc., RTX Corporation, Eaton Corporation PLC, and Electro-Mech Components Inc.

Aircraft are equipped with various switches, varying in type and size, sourced from multiple suppliers. This results in a fragmented market, with each aircraft sourcing switches from several suppliers. Market players are customizing their offerings to align with aircraft manufacturers' needs to secure new contracts. In October 2023, RTX Corporation showcased a groundbreaking solid-state circuit breaker. This breaker, a pivotal component for future aircraft's hybrid-electric propulsion systems, aligns with the aviation industry's ambitious goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Developed in collaboration with Collins Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney as part of NASA's Advanced Air Vehicles Program, this breakthrough breaker can interrupt thousands of amps in under 100 microseconds, a fivefold increase in power handling compared to current models.

Aircraft Switches Market Leaders

  1. Honeywell International Inc.

  2. Eaton Corporation plc

  3. Electro-Mech Components, Inc.

  4. Safran SA

  5. RTX Corporation

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Aircraft Switches Market Concentration
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Aircraft Switches Market News

May 2024: Eaton Aerospace LLC, a subsidiary of Eaton Corporation PLC, secured a firm-fixed-price delivery order worth USD 180.4 thousand from the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime. Specializing in defense and aerospace fluid and electrical distribution systems, Eaton Aerospace, a foreign-owned, for-profit entity, is crucial in supplying specialized pressure sensors, switches, and transducers for military aircraft, vessels, and ground systems. This contract, part of the three single-award IDIQ contracts between Eaton and DLA, also highlights Eaton's role as a key subcontractor for major defense contractors.

November 2023: Safran SA signed a contract exceeding USD 1.2 billion to supply advanced equipment for Emirates' aircraft. This comprehensive deal covers everything from aircraft seats and cabin equipment to wheels, carbon brakes, and modern aircraft switches. These switches are instrumental in ensuring optimal, safe, and comfortable operations of various onboard systems.

November 2023: TransDigm Group Incorporated finalized a deal to acquire Communications & Power Industries' Electron Device Business for USD 1.385 billion in cash. This strategic move bolsters TransDigm's presence in the aircraft switch market by integrating CPI's renowned electronic components and subsystems, primarily catering to the aerospace and defense sectors.

Aircraft Switches Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
  • 4.4 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Application
    • 5.1.1 Commercial
    • 5.1.2 Military
    • 5.1.3 General Aviation
  • 5.2 Geography
    • 5.2.1 North America
    • 5.2.1.1 United States
    • 5.2.1.2 Canada
    • 5.2.2 Europe
    • 5.2.2.1 United Kingdom
    • 5.2.2.2 Germany
    • 5.2.2.3 France
    • 5.2.2.4 Russia
    • 5.2.2.5 Rest of Europe
    • 5.2.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.3.1 China
    • 5.2.3.2 Japan
    • 5.2.3.3 India
    • 5.2.3.4 South Korea
    • 5.2.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.4 Latin America
    • 5.2.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.2.4.2 Rest of Latin America
    • 5.2.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.2.5.1 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.2.5.2 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.2.5.3 Egypt
    • 5.2.5.4 South Africa
    • 5.2.5.5 Rest of Middle East and Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Vendor Market Share
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 Safran SA
    • 6.2.2 Electro-Mech Components Inc.
    • 6.2.3 Honeywell International Inc.
    • 6.2.4 Collins Aerospace (RTX Corporation)
    • 6.2.5 Eaton Corporation PLC
    • 6.2.6 AMETEK Inc.
    • 6.2.7 C&K COMPONENTS LLC
    • 6.2.8 ITT Inc.
    • 6.2.9 Unison Industries LLC
    • 6.2.10 Hydra-Electric Company
    • 6.2.11 TE Connectivity Ltd
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Aircraft Switches Industry Segmentation

Aircraft switches play a crucial role in overseeing and managing various aircraft systems. The cockpit dashboard hosts a myriad of switches, ranging from push buttons and toggles to rocker switches. With the rising wave of digitization, the aviation industry has witnessed a surge in the demand for in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC). This demand, coupled with advancements in technology, has notably enhanced the capabilities of aircraft switch technology.

The aircraft switches market is segmented by application and geography. By application, the market is segmented into commercial, military, and general aviation. The report also covers the market sizes and forecasts for the aircraft switches market in major countries across different regions. For each segment, the market size is provided in terms of value (USD).

Application Commercial
Military
General Aviation
Geography North America United States
Canada
Europe United Kingdom
Germany
France
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific China
Japan
India
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Latin America Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East and Africa United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
Egypt
South Africa
Rest of Middle East and Africa
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Aircraft Switches Market Research FAQs

How big is the Aircraft Switches Market?

The Aircraft Switches Market size is expected to reach USD 2.58 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.19% to reach USD 3.17 billion by 2030.

What is the current Aircraft Switches Market size?

In 2025, the Aircraft Switches Market size is expected to reach USD 2.58 billion.

Who are the key players in Aircraft Switches Market?

Honeywell International Inc., Eaton Corporation plc, Electro-Mech Components, Inc., Safran SA and RTX Corporation are the major companies operating in the Aircraft Switches Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Aircraft Switches Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Aircraft Switches Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Aircraft Switches Market.

What years does this Aircraft Switches Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Aircraft Switches Market size was estimated at USD 2.47 billion. The report covers the Aircraft Switches Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Aircraft Switches Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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