The instrument landing system market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The market for instrument landing systems has witnessed robust growth over the last few years. It is anticipated to expand from $1.78 billion in 2024 to $1.9 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The expansion in the historical period can be credited to factors such as enhancements in aviation safety, fulfillment of regulatory standards, increment in global air traffic, progress in radio navigation technology, modernization initiatives for airports, better all-weather operational capabilities, and the amalgamation of military and civilian aviation.
The Instrument Landing System market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• Expectations of strong growth can be seen in the instrument landing system market over the coming years, with industry forecasts indicating an increase to $2.4 billion by 2029, achieved at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%.
This projected growth in the future can be ascribed to factors such as reduced landing delays, advancements in next-generation air traffic management, the incorporation of precision approach path indicators (PAPI), the use of ground-based augmentation systems (GBAS), international growth of budget airlines, increased demand for eco-friendly aviation, and improved cybersecurity measures. The forecasted period is also expected to see certain trends like the shift towards precision landing systems, the integration of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), the establishment of dual-frequency ILS, the upgrading of current ILS infrastructure, the introduction of LED technology in ILS components, and collaborative efforts towards standardization.
With the rise in air traffic, the instrument landing system market is projected to experience substantial growth. Air traffic, defined as the count of aircraft in the air at any given time, has seen a significant increase. This boost in flight travel can be attributed to relaxed COVID-19 restrictions and more affordable travel options. As the number of air travelers swells, so does the demand for safer aircraft landing technology like instrument landing systems. These systems play a crucial role in ensuring safe landings, thus driving the market growth for such systems. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a United Nations aviation agency, in 2022, reported a 65% rise in passenger numbers from January to April compared to the same period in 2021, along with a 30% increase in flight departures. Hence, the surge in air traffic is fueling the market for instrument landing systems.
The instrument landing system market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Category I, Category II, Category III
2) By Technology: light-Emitting Diode (LEDs), Incandescent Lamps
3) By Application: Civil Airport, Military Airport
Subsegments:
1) By Category I (CAT I): Precision Approach Procedures, Decision Height (DH) Typically Greater Than 200 Feet
2) By Category II (CAT II): Precision Approach Procedures, Decision Height (DH) Between 100 To 200 Feet
3) By Category III (CAT III): CAT IIIA - No Decision Height (DH) Requirement, CAT IIIB - No DH And Typically Visibility Less Than 50 Meters, CAT IIIC - No DH And No Visibility Requirement
Key technological progressions form a prominent trend within the instrument landing system market. Leading companies in the industry are introducing innovative technologies to maintain their competitive standing. A case in point is the Airports Authority of India, a firm tasked with managing and advancing civil aviation infrastructure in India, which launched a category-I instrument landing system (ILS) for its runway in October 2023. This ILS changes the runway into a precision approach runway, enabling secure aircraft landing even in poor visibility conditions like fog or heavy rainfall. By offering precise lateral and vertical guidance to pilots at landing, the ILS enhances safety and minimizes accident risks. Furthermore, it facilitates nighttime aircraft operations, extending the airport's functioning hours and offering more flexible flight scheduling. The implementation of the ILS reduces the chance of flight diversions due to unfavorable weather conditions, thereby offering more consistent travel for passengers.
Major companies operating in the instrument landing system market include:
• Thales Group
• Collins Aerospace
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Universal Avionics Systems Corporation
• Calzoni SRL
• ADB Safegate BVBA
• Multi Electric Manufacturing Inc.
• Airport Lighting Specialists
• ATG Airports Limited
• Astronics Corporation
• Saab AB
• Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corporation
• Systems Interface Limited
• L3Harris Technologies Inc.
• Lufthansa Systems GmbH & Co. KG
• NEC Corporation
• Indra Navia AS
• API Technologies Corp.
• Liberty Airport Systems Inc.
• Azimut JSC
• BAE Systems PLC
• Cobham PLC
• Frequentis AG
• Harris Corporation
• Intelcan Technosystems Inc.
• Leonardo S.p.A.
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• Raytheon Company
• Rockwell Collins Inc.
North America was the largest region in the instrument landing system market in 2024. The regions covered in the instrument landing system market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.