Aircraft Lighting Market Synopsis

Aircraft Lighting Market Size Was Valued at USD  3.50 Billion in 2023, and is Projected to Reach USD  8.65  Billion by 2032, Growing at a CAGR of 10.58% From 2024-2032.

Aircraft lighting includes the features of aircraft lighting equipment that are required to be used for a variety of purposes during the flight for better visibility, for example for the cockpit instruments, for the passenger cabins and emergency exits, signaling and communication purposes. These lighting systems are important for safe movement, work and carrying of passengers and also during the landing/ take off on the runway. There are exterior lights including navigation light and landing light; interior lights including reading light and mood light; And they must conform to relevant specifications of aviation regulations and operation norms.

• Aircraft lighting market has a vital importance on improving the safety elements, functionality and overall passenger comfort for the aviation industry. In say, the lights in an aircraft are installed as lamps not only for lighting but also for navigating, communicating, and beautifying. This sector has been dramatically transformed with the LED technology because it comes with extensive benefits than the traditional lighting solutions like low power usage, long product life and lower maintenance costs among others. By a result, the usage of these materials has become rather popular among airlines and manufacturers therefore contributing to the market growth.
• The largest application of aircraft lighting is seen in commercial aircraft due to the growth in air travel and the requirements for efficient and high-quality lighting that meets the regulatory specifications. LED lighting thus enables optimisation of the cabin lighting thus making the passengers comfortable and satisfied. It is also important to note other lighting fixtures in the cabins as well as those outside since those are important in the visibility of the airplanes especially during the takeoff, landing, and during the flight.
• Military airplanes also are a segment of the market where illumination proves to be of great importance in efficiency and safety. Modern light sources allow improving concealment, compatibility with night vision devices, and providing tactical indicators, which corresponds to the necessary indicators for military purposes.
• Latest trends that are noted in the aircraft lighting market relate to use of smart lighting systems for better control, automation and energy saving. These systems use sensors and data analysis in controlling the setting of lights depending on the conditions of the environment and the desire of the passengers, enhance the traveling experience, and at the same time, cuts on the expenses of operation.
• On a regional level, North America and Europe are the largest markets for aircraft lighting due to the higher demand and concentration of aerospace industries, RD and presence of various leading players. However, Asia-Pacific is on the verge of growth due to the increasing air passengers, enhanced disposable income, and increasing numbers of airline fleets in countries such as China and India.
•  The aircraft lighting market has to innovate propelled by technology and regulations, the objective of improving safety and passengers’ comfort and at the same time striving to clearly offer airlines the best solution.

Aircraft Lighting Market Trend Analysis

Integration of Mood Lighting Systems

• The implementation of Mood Lighting Systems as a trend in the Aircraft Lighting Market is examined based on the improvement of the passengers’ experience and operation processes. Mood lighting systems mainly with LEDs being a choice for bulk of applications, can help airlines to set up environmental controls within a cabin which can either change lighting scheme to portray different times of day for instance or even modulate comfort levels during long haul flights not to mention the manipulation of passengers’ sleep-wake cycle. The main benefits seen in this integration are a better quality of the passengers’ experience due to more pleasant travelling as well as operational cost saving due to less energy required and less frequent replacement of conventional lighting systems.
• The travelling public today, in a bid to get the best from any airline, requires programmes that make their travelling experience unique hence the adoption of such systems. Mood lighting systems are, therefore, expected to continue to develop into the future with associated technologies of control interfaces, color options, and connections with other cabin facilities affirming mood lighting’s indispensability in the development of future commercial aircraft interiors and passenger satisfaction.

LED Technology Adoption

• LED technology has had a high impact on Aircraft Lighting Market particularly in the Aircraft Lighting System and related segments. Compared to such type of lights like incandescent bulbs and fluorescent tubes, LED lights have many advantages. They are echo friendly since they need less power to run them while giving good light intensity and durability. This efficiency translates into reduced operational costs for airlines that often dictate the overall costs in this rather sensitive industry. LEDs also have a longer life span than usual light, and thus would not require frequent replacement thus cutting-down on maintenance time of aircraft.
• Also, LED lighting is longer lasting and can sustain multiple shocks uniquely suitable for aviation backdrops that require the virtue of reliability in lighting. More than practicality, LED technology offers design freedom, which makes it possible for manufacturers of aircrafts to easily incorporate lighting solutions to interior and exterior designs of the aircraft. For the same reason, it also boosts the convenience of the passengers with tailor-made laser lights for lighting control that makes a positive change to the comfort and the atmosphere present on the plane. Due to the ongoing emphasis of airline companies on performance, dependability, and passengers’ comfort, the use of LED technology in the Aircraft Lighting Market will expand due to numerous benefits compared to traditional lighting systems..

Aircraft Lighting Market Segment Analysis:

Aircraft Lighting Market Segmented based on Aircarft Type,  Lightning Type , and Point of Sale.

 By Aircraft Type, Rotary-Win segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period

• In the Aircraft Lighting Market, segmentation by the type of aircraft divides it into two categories, Fixed-Wing and Rotary-Wing that demands different characteristics. Commercial airplanes, business and military transportations aircrafts require efficient, reliable, and approved types of lighting, conforming to FAA or EASA requirements. These aircraft demand usable lighting systems to provide sufficient illumination during take-off, landing, and flight activities; which are critical characteristics particularly under different weather conditions and phases of flight.
• In contrast, rotary wing aircraft including civilian/military and search and rescue helicopters, requires lighting that is portable, reliable, and adaptable to harsh conditions. These aircraft use light for navigation, signaling, and visibility as they fly at low altitudes, take off, turn, and land especially in what can be termed as ‘confined ‘ environments. This is true for both segments of the Aircraft Lighting Market: innovation in LED technology, a focus on thermal management, and compatibility with current and future advancements in aircraft avionics are crucial in order to answer to the market’s requirements and further increase flight safety as well as improve aircraft’s capabilities on operational level.

By Lighting Type, Exterior Lights segment held the largest share in 2023

• The Aircraft Lighting Market is segmented by lighting type into two main categories: interior lights and exterior lights. Interior lights encompass various lighting solutions used within the aircraft's cabin, including reading lights, ceiling and wall lights, mood lighting, emergency lights, signage lighting, and lavatory lighting. These lights are crucial for enhancing passenger comfort, ensuring safety, and providing a pleasant in-flight experience. Technological advancements have led to the development of energy-efficient LED lighting systems that offer improved durability, lower maintenance costs, and enhanced design flexibility.
•  Exterior lights include navigation lights, landing lights, taxi lights, strobe lights, and logo lights. These lights are essential for the safe operation of the aircraft, aiding in visibility during takeoff, landing, and taxiing, and ensuring compliance with aviation safety regulations. The growing demand for new aircraft, coupled with the need for advanced lighting systems that provide better illumination, lower power consumption, and enhanced safety features, is driving the growth of both interior and exterior lighting segments in the Aircraft Lighting Market.

Aircraft Lighting Market Regional Insights:

Asia Pacific  is Expected to Dominate the Market Over the Forecast period

• It is expected that Asia Pacific will always be the largest consumer of aircraft lights during the period under review as influenced by some factors. Secondly, Asian economic development particularly China’s and India’s as well as other South East Asian countries’ acceleration of their economies have raised travel necessities consequently demanding more aircraft purchases for both commercial and military-use airlines. This growth requires that proper lighting systems be incorporated in the aircrafts to ensure that safety, efficiency and comfort of the passengers is improved hence the shuttle lighting solutions. Furthermore, constant development in the field of technology and manufacturing companies in countries like Japan and South Korea enhance the regions capability in creating Innvovative aviation lighting technologies.
• Besides, government funding towards aerospace and defence sectors this was majorly in terms of investments for modernisation and infrastructural state development in other propelled the market. Altogether these factors lead Asia Pacific to be already established as a central region in aircraft lighting market; it is further expected to sustain market dominance by forging strategic ties, updating technology, and excelling in overall market development across the spectrum of the aviation industry.

Active Key Players in the Aircraft Lighting Market

• Astronics Corporation (U.S.)
• Aveo Engineering Group s.r.o (Czech Republic)
• Bruce Aerospace (U.S.)
• Cobham plc (U.K.)
• Collins Aerospace (U.S.)
• Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG (Germany)
• Honeywell International Inc. (U.S.)
• Luminator Technology Group (U.S.)
• Oxley Group (U.K.)
• Safran (France)
• Soderberg Manufacturing Company (U.S.)
• STG Aerospace Limited (U.K.))
• Other Key Players

Key Industry Developments in the Aircraft Lighting Market

• February 2022 - Diehl Aerospace, a subsidiary of Diehl Aviation, has been awarded a contract extension by Boeing to deliver the interior lighting system for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The first contract for LED interior lighting development and serial production for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner was signed in 2005.
• February 2022 - Safran Electronics & Defense Services Asia announced that it increased its scope of MRO activities. In addition, Safran Electronics & Defense Services Asia received new repair scopes, including external lighting, wiper system, cockpit control systems, and cargo door.
• February 2022 - KLM Royal Dutch Airlines awarded a contract to STG Aerospace to upgrade their aircraft with the latest generation of safe-Tglo (SSUL-X) emergency floor path marking system. KLM has selected STG's unique (18mm) solution in daylight blue color to complement their cabin design and branding.
• October 2022- Bombardier Inc., an aviation firm based in Canada, introduced executive cabins for their business jets, the Global 7500 and Global 8000 models. The new executive cabins embody an open office layout, incorporating three functional areas intended to optimize corporate collaboration and networking, thereby enhancing productivity among co-traveling passengers.

Chapter 1: Introduction
 1.1 Scope and Coverage

Chapter 2:Executive Summary

Chapter 3: Market Landscape
 3.1 Market Dynamics
  3.1.1 Drivers
  3.1.2 Restraints
  3.1.3 Opportunities
  3.1.4 Challenges
 3.2 Market Trend Analysis
 3.3 PESTLE Analysis
 3.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
 3.5 Industry Value Chain Analysis
 3.6 Ecosystem
 3.7 Regulatory Landscape
 3.8 Price Trend Analysis
 3.9 Patent Analysis
 3.10 Technology Evolution
 3.11 Investment Pockets
 3.12 Import-Export Analysis

Chapter 4: Aircraft Lighting Market by Aircraft Type
 4.1 Aircraft Lighting Market Snapshot and Growth Engine
 4.2 Aircraft Lighting Market Overview
 4.3 Fixed-Wing
  4.3.1 Introduction and Market Overview
  4.3.2 Historic and Forecasted Market Size in Value USD and Volume Units (2017-2032F)
  4.3.3 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  4.3.4 Fixed-Wing: Geographic Segmentation Analysis
 4.4 Rotary-Wing
  4.4.1 Introduction and Market Overview
  4.4.2 Historic and Forecasted Market Size in Value USD and Volume Units (2017-2032F)
  4.4.3 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  4.4.4 Rotary-Wing: Geographic Segmentation Analysis

Chapter 5: Aircraft Lighting Market by By Lighting Type
 5.1 Aircraft Lighting Market Snapshot and Growth Engine
 5.2 Aircraft Lighting Market Overview
 5.3 Interior Lights
  5.3.1 Introduction and Market Overview
  5.3.2 Historic and Forecasted Market Size in Value USD and Volume Units (2017-2032F)
  5.3.3 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  5.3.4 Interior Lights: Geographic Segmentation Analysis
 5.4 Exterior Lights
  5.4.1 Introduction and Market Overview
  5.4.2 Historic and Forecasted Market Size in Value USD and Volume Units (2017-2032F)
  5.4.3 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  5.4.4 Exterior Lights: Geographic Segmentation Analysis

Chapter 6: Aircraft Lighting Market by By Point of Sale
 6.1 Aircraft Lighting Market Snapshot and Growth Engine
 6.2 Aircraft Lighting Market Overview
 6.3 OEM
  6.3.1 Introduction and Market Overview
  6.3.2 Historic and Forecasted Market Size in Value USD and Volume Units (2017-2032F)
  6.3.3 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  6.3.4 OEM: Geographic Segmentation Analysis
 6.4 Aftermarket
  6.4.1 Introduction and Market Overview
  6.4.2 Historic and Forecasted Market Size in Value USD and Volume Units (2017-2032F)
  6.4.3 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  6.4.4 Aftermarket: Geographic Segmentation Analysis

Chapter 7: Company Profiles and Competitive Analysis
 7.1 Competitive Landscape
  7.1.1 Competitive Benchmarking
  7.1.2 Aircraft Lighting Market Share by Manufacturer (2023)
  7.1.3 Industry BCG Matrix
  7.1.4 Heat Map Analysis
  7.1.5 Mergers and Acquisitions
  
 7.2 ASTRONICS CORPORATION (US)
  7.2.1 Company Overview
  7.2.2 Key Executives
  7.2.3 Company Snapshot
  7.2.4 Role of the Company in the Market
  7.2.5 Sustainability and Social Responsibility
  7.2.6 Operating Business Segments
  7.2.7 Product Portfolio
  7.2.8 Business Performance
  7.2.9 Key Strategic Moves and Recent Developments
  7.2.10 SWOT Analysis
 7.3 AVEO ENGINEERING GROUP SRO (CZECH REPUBLIC)
 7.4 BRUCE AEROSPACE (US)
 7.5 COBHAM PLC (UK)
 7.6 COLLINS AEROSPACE (US)
 7.7 DIEHL STIFTUNG & CO KG (GERMANY)
 7.8 HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC (U.S.)
 7.9 LUMINATOR TECHNOLOGY GROUP (US)
 7.10 OXLEY GROUP (UK)
 7.11 SAFRAN (FRANCE)
 7.12 SODERBERG MANUFACTURING COMPANY (US)
 7.13 STG AEROSPACE LIMITED (UK)
 7.14 OTHERS

Chapter 8: Global Aircraft Lighting Market By Region
 8.1 Overview
 8.2. North America Aircraft Lighting Market
  8.2.1 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  8.2.2 Top Key Companies
  8.2.3 Historic and Forecasted Market Size by Segments
  8.2.4 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By Aircraft Type
   8.2.4.1 Fixed-Wing
   8.2.4.2 Rotary-Wing
  8.2.5 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Lighting Type
   8.2.5.1 Interior Lights
   8.2.5.2 Exterior Lights
  8.2.6 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Point of Sale
   8.2.6.1 OEM
   8.2.6.2 Aftermarket
  8.2.7 Historic and Forecast Market Size by Country
   8.2.7.1 US
   8.2.7.2 Canada
   8.2.7.3 Mexico
 8.3. Eastern Europe Aircraft Lighting Market
  8.3.1 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  8.3.2 Top Key Companies
  8.3.3 Historic and Forecasted Market Size by Segments
  8.3.4 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By Aircraft Type
   8.3.4.1 Fixed-Wing
   8.3.4.2 Rotary-Wing
  8.3.5 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Lighting Type
   8.3.5.1 Interior Lights
   8.3.5.2 Exterior Lights
  8.3.6 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Point of Sale
   8.3.6.1 OEM
   8.3.6.2 Aftermarket
  8.3.7 Historic and Forecast Market Size by Country
   8.3.7.1 Bulgaria
   8.3.7.2 The Czech Republic
   8.3.7.3 Hungary
   8.3.7.4 Poland
   8.3.7.5 Romania
   8.3.7.6 Rest of Eastern Europe
 8.4. Western Europe Aircraft Lighting Market
  8.4.1 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  8.4.2 Top Key Companies
  8.4.3 Historic and Forecasted Market Size by Segments
  8.4.4 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By Aircraft Type
   8.4.4.1 Fixed-Wing
   8.4.4.2 Rotary-Wing
  8.4.5 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Lighting Type
   8.4.5.1 Interior Lights
   8.4.5.2 Exterior Lights
  8.4.6 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Point of Sale
   8.4.6.1 OEM
   8.4.6.2 Aftermarket
  8.4.7 Historic and Forecast Market Size by Country
   8.4.7.1 Germany
   8.4.7.2 UK
   8.4.7.3 France
   8.4.7.4 Netherlands
   8.4.7.5 Italy
   8.4.7.6 Russia
   8.4.7.7 Spain
   8.4.7.8 Rest of Western Europe
 8.5. Asia Pacific Aircraft Lighting Market
  8.5.1 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  8.5.2 Top Key Companies
  8.5.3 Historic and Forecasted Market Size by Segments
  8.5.4 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By Aircraft Type
   8.5.4.1 Fixed-Wing
   8.5.4.2 Rotary-Wing
  8.5.5 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Lighting Type
   8.5.5.1 Interior Lights
   8.5.5.2 Exterior Lights
  8.5.6 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Point of Sale
   8.5.6.1 OEM
   8.5.6.2 Aftermarket
  8.5.7 Historic and Forecast Market Size by Country
   8.5.7.1 China
   8.5.7.2 India
   8.5.7.3 Japan
   8.5.7.4 South Korea
   8.5.7.5 Malaysia
   8.5.7.6 Thailand
   8.5.7.7 Vietnam
   8.5.7.8 The Philippines
   8.5.7.9 Australia
   8.5.7.10 New Zealand
   8.5.7.11 Rest of APAC
 8.6. Middle East & Africa Aircraft Lighting Market
  8.6.1 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  8.6.2 Top Key Companies
  8.6.3 Historic and Forecasted Market Size by Segments
  8.6.4 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By Aircraft Type
   8.6.4.1 Fixed-Wing
   8.6.4.2 Rotary-Wing
  8.6.5 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Lighting Type
   8.6.5.1 Interior Lights
   8.6.5.2 Exterior Lights
  8.6.6 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Point of Sale
   8.6.6.1 OEM
   8.6.6.2 Aftermarket
  8.6.7 Historic and Forecast Market Size by Country
   8.6.7.1 Turkey
   8.6.7.2 Bahrain
   8.6.7.3 Kuwait
   8.6.7.4 Saudi Arabia
   8.6.7.5 Qatar
   8.6.7.6 UAE
   8.6.7.7 Israel
   8.6.7.8 South Africa
 8.7. South America Aircraft Lighting Market
  8.7.1 Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
  8.7.2 Top Key Companies
  8.7.3 Historic and Forecasted Market Size by Segments
  8.7.4 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By Aircraft Type
   8.7.4.1 Fixed-Wing
   8.7.4.2 Rotary-Wing
  8.7.5 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Lighting Type
   8.7.5.1 Interior Lights
   8.7.5.2 Exterior Lights
  8.7.6 Historic and Forecasted Market Size By By Point of Sale
   8.7.6.1 OEM
   8.7.6.2 Aftermarket
  8.7.7 Historic and Forecast Market Size by Country
   8.7.7.1 Brazil
   8.7.7.2 Argentina
   8.7.7.3 Rest of SA

Chapter 9 Analyst Viewpoint and Conclusion
9.1 Recommendations and Concluding Analysis
9.2 Potential Market Strategies

Chapter 10 Research Methodology
10.1 Research Process
10.2 Primary Research
10.3 Secondary Research