Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market” that contains the information from 2019 to 2035.
The Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2035.
MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market are AD Aerospace, Collins Aerospace, Kappa optronics, Otonomy Aviation, Parker Meggitt, Latecoere, and KID-Systeme are leading companies, Collins and AD Aerospace, and others.
Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems Market Highlights
The Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market is accounted for to register a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 603.05 million by 2035.
The aircraft video surveillance market across the world is changing fast as airlines, military operators, and aircraft owners are asking to have advanced solutions that will enhance their onboard security, efficiency in their operations, and real-time situational awareness. Video surveillance systems on airplanes are becoming more and more widespread not only in various aircraft areas (places with passengers, flight decks, cargo bays, or outside areas) but also aid in monitoring safety and analyzing the flight after it is over. The growth in the market is well driven by the growing production of aircrafts, upgrading of fleets, and the rebound of air travels globally.
Another major growth driver to the market is the increase in the MRO activities around the world and this is generating huge demand in retrofitting surveillance systems to in-service planes. The growth in the number of commercial aircraft deliveries and the growing number of passengers are also fueling the adoption, especially in narrow and wide body aircrafts. On the defense side, the increased military spending is influencing the need to have more sophisticated surveillance systems in fighter aircraft, transport aircrafts, UAVs and special missions platforms.
Segment Analysis
The Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market has been segmented based on Aircraft Type, System Type, Assembly, and End User.
Based on Aircraft Type, the Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market segmentation includes Commercial Aviation, Military Aviation, General and Business Aviation, and Advanced Air Mobility. Further, Commercial Aviation segment is classified into Narrow-Body Aircraft, Wide-Body Aircraft, Regional Jets, Commercial Helicopters. The Military Aviation segment is classified as Fighter Aircraft, Transport Aircraft, Special Mission Aircraft, Trainers or Light Attack, Military Helicopters, and UAVs. General and Business Aviation segment is classified as Business Jets, and Ultralight and Light Aircraft. Commercial segment holds the major share in 2024.
Based on the System Type, the Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market segmentation is Cockpit Door Surveillance, Cabin Surveillance, External Surveillance, Flight Deck Entry Video Surveilance and Other. Cockpit Door Surveillance dominated the market in 2024. The cockpit door surveillance system is a device that is used to control the entry of the flight deck so that only the crew members will be allowed. These systems involve cameras and secure display units to give the pilots the real time view of the entry area to minimize chances of illegal interference.
Based on the Assembly, the Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market segmentation is Line-Fit, and Retro-Fit. Line Fit dominated the market in 2024. Retro-fit systems are frequently designed to match a particular aircraft layout and are therefore a low-cost way of providing the operator with a way of enhancing safety without necessarily spending on a whole new platform.
Regional Analysis
By Region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa and South America.
North America is still the largest and most developed market for aircraft video surveillance systems (AVSS) due to its highly developed aviation infrastructure, strict security needs, and high passenger traffic. The market in North America is dominated by the United States, with strict security regulations enforced by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for in-flight security. Airlines such as American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines are actively upgrading their aircraft with the latest cabin and cockpit surveillance systems to meet the requirements and boost passenger confidence.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is at the heart of encouraging the use of AVSS by setting up tough safety guidelines that force airlines to adopt the AVSS solution. Lufthansa, British Airways, Air France-KLM, and Ryanair are some of the biggest airlines in Europe and have been at the forefront of adopting the technology by upgrading their aircraft with technology that improves the safety of passengers, cargo, and pilots. This is especially important in the context of the high density of flights within Europe, where the large number of passengers makes safety a top priority.
Asia-Pacific has been the most dynamic region in the world aircraft video surveillance system market owing to the increase in passenger traffic, growth in airline fleets and growth in safety regulations. The leading countries such as China and India are experiencing a rapid rise in the domestic and international air travel. China Southern Airlines, Air China, IndiGo and Air India are aggressively buying next-generation aircraft with a lot of them having sophisticated surveillance systems. The rise of the low-cost carriers within the Southeast Asian market such as AirAsia and VietJet has also increased the demand of AVSS as these airlines strive to improve the safety measures as they develop consumer trust. The rapid increase in passenger numbers within the area is what causes real-time cabin and cockpit surveillance to become a priority of the operational safety and the international technology of aviation.Another significant driver is modernization of the fleet. The native Chinese COMAC C919 initiative is also stimulating the adoption of local AVSS technologies, and the current development of aviation infrastructure in India via the UDAN initiative is opening up opportunities of adoption of advanced surveillance.
The other countries that are increasing the regional demand are Japan, South Korea, and Australia by modernizing the commercial and defense fleet. Increasing defense spending in Asia-Pacific, especially in China and India, is driving the purchase of AVSS to military aircraft, where the situational awareness and secure surveillance are key to the tactical operation.Also, the region is emerging as an international center of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. As older aircraft are being retrofitted in large numbers, AVSS installations are becoming a part of upgrade packages. There is also an increased pace in the adoption of technologies, and airlines in the Asian-Pacific region are adopting AI-based surveillance and predictive analytics to enhance efficiency and safety. All in all, Asia-Pacific is the most dynamic and potential market of AVSS globally with a strong growth in the number of passengers, fleet development, and defense investments.
Brazil and Mexico continue to be the biggest contributors to this market, led by key airlines such as LATAM Airlines, Gol Linhas Aéreas, and Aeroméxico. Airlines are also investing in advanced safety solutions to meet the international aviation requirements and the increasing in-flight security demands of consumers. The importance of aircraft video surveillance systems (AVSS) in ensuring operational safety has increased with the increasing importance of air travel to regional connectivity, especially in the region’s large and varied geography. The transportation of cargo, especially agricultural exports, has also increased the need for effective surveillance in the cargo hold.
The Middle East has turned out to be a global aviation hub, and Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Saudi Arabian Airlines are among the first airlines to adopt advanced surveillance systems. The aviation expansion strategy of Saudi Vision 2030, airport development, and Qatar’s plans are fueling massive purchases of next-generation aircraft with AVSS. These rival airlines differentiate themselves in terms of the quality of services delivered globally, and advanced safety systems on board are identified as key differentiators.
Key Findings of the Study
- The Aircraft Video Surveillance Systems market is expected to reach USD 603.05 million by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period.
- The North America region accounted for the fastest-growing global market.
- AD Aerospace, Collins Aerospace, Kappa optronics, Otonomy Aviation, Parker Meggitt, Latecoere, and KID-Systeme are leading companies, Collins and AD Aerospace, and others, are the key market players.