Targeting Pods Market Size Valued at USD 4.5 Billion, market Grow at a CAGR Of 6.40% by 2024-2032
The targeting pods are used especially in ground-attack aircraft for identifying the targets. It is easy to detect the targets with the help of targeting pods. This product is essential for military operations. This factor is actively driving the Targeting Pods Market growth. The virtual targeting pods are used to detect various targets like bombs and other laser-guided weapons. Radar targeting pods are beneficial for the air to ground attacks by using laser trackers. Advancement in technology is upgrading the features of the virtual targeting pods. The need for futuristic technology like infrared technologies thermally cooled infrared devices and other infrared technology is boosting the growth of the laser market. The need for target pods will continue in the future years undoubtedly; hence the higher growth of the aircraft market is obvious.
The key players are focusing on innovative ideas to develop the feature and release updated products to meet the need of today's generation. Significant investment has been made in the development of advanced targeting pods. The players are paying their attention to each restraint of the market show that it does not resume the growth process. Because of manufacturing issues of the targeting pods focus, the market faced many problems; the Russian Air force came up with an idea to use piezoelectric ceramic films strips, which led to a breakthrough in building targeting pods.
As the attacks on the military are increasing, the demand for the product is even increasing simultaneously. The upgradation of existing military aircraft into modified versions is even driving the aircraft targeting pods market. The government encourages and supports the Targeting Pods Market to develop advanced products to safeguard the military forces. The military forces receive more government attention because they are the protectors of the Nation. Hence, the government invests in developing advanced targeting pods in the Market for their protection.
The pandemic has affected almost all the market and resumed its growth rate. The Targeting Pods Market has even been a prey of the virus. The strict lockdown rules and regulations imposed by the government have almost stopped the manufacturing work. The supply of raw materials has been delayed, which stopped the production process. The relationship between the key players and the virtual targeting pods market was hampered. To set everything back into the right place, the key players are trying their best. In the post-pandemic period, the market's growth is developing efficiently, which will help the market reach the estimated CAGR.
The key market drivers are the major factors that largely drive the market's growth. The increased use of aircraft in military missions is boosting the UAV targeting pods market growth. Aircraft are mostly preferred for active military attacks and other operations. Upgrading the aircraft to a modified version to make it more specialized targeting pods focus is even a boosting factor. The rise in demand for security of the armies and the public is another key driver of the aircraft targeting pods market.
The Market is even facing challenges at the global level; the demand for production of advanced features for the advanced targeting pods is not possible at instance all the time. This challenge is lagging the growth of the market. But the key players are trying their best to overcome these issues and focusing on the drivers to drive the UAV targeting pods market growth.
Market Opportunities
The military operations are setting wide opportunities for the Targeting Pods Market. The availability of manufacturers who focus on designing, manufacturing operations, and producing products smoothly to the destination improves the global market trend. The need for radar targeting pods in military missions, especially in the air force, is a huge opportunity for the Targeting Pods Market. This opportunity will continue in the future years.
Restraints
One of the major restraints of the market is the technical constraints of manufacturing virtual targeting pods. This restraint is hitting the market's growth factors, but due to the key drivers, the growth rate of the Targeting Pods Market is maintaining the balance.
The evaluated report shows that the Targeting Pods Market is progressing significantly, and the progress is expected to continue in the future years. The key drivers are acting as the major driving factor of the market. The UAV market is facing challenges but still the improvement of the market to develop to make the market reach the estimated CAGR during the forecast period. The restraints are the stepping stones affecting the market growth, but the key players are paying attention to it and trying to work on the major growth factors like manufacturing of targeting pods focus.
Like the other market, the Market is segmented into different segments. Each segment of the market is analyzed to rate its growth and share.
The market is segmented into FLIR, laser designator, and laser spot tracker based on the type. The vast usage of infrared sensors, laser designators for targeting and surveillance activities contributes to the laser targeting pods market growth.
By Component
The component segment of the market is classified into FLIR segment, CCD Camera, MMS, ECU, HD TV, and Video Datalink. The FLIR segment of components is projected to highest demand in the market during the assessment period.
By Platform
Based on the platform segment, it is divided into combat aircraft, helicopters, and UAVs. Among these, combat aircraft are receiving the highest market demand, and the growth of this segment to continue in the upcoming years.
By Fit
Based on the Fit segment, the market is divided into OEM and upgrade types; between these, both the OEM hold the largest market share in the global Targeting Pods Market. Due to the demand for airborne targeting and laser designation systems, this segment is showing huge growth in the laser targeting pods market.
The Targeting Pods Market is developing its trends in various regions across the globe. Some of the top regions are North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and South America. According to the survey, the European Market is top in the race, and it is expected to dominate in the market in the future. This is because of the rise in demand for radar targeting pods aircraft. The increase in advanced airborne targeting systems in the UK, France, and Russia is driving the Targeting Pods Market in Europe.
The Asia Pacific will show significant growth in the upcoming years due to the demand for public safety and the defense budget. The other regions are even expected to drive the growth rate of the virtual market and help it acquire the expected CAGR.
The Targeting Pods Market industries are contributing their best to drive the market at the global level. They are focusing on the growth factors and marketing opportunities to help the market to achieve its goal. Lockheed Martin is promoting its Sniper advanced targeting pod across the globe; it is expanding its reach into the Middle East military market for new opportunities.
Lockheed Martin (US)
Aselsan (Turkey)
Thales Group (France)
Raytheon Company (US)
Northrop Grumman (US)
L-3 Technologies (US)
Ultra Electronics (UK)
Israel Aerospace Industries (Israel)
MOOG Inc. (US)
FLIR Systems (US)
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd (Israel)
Qioptik (Paris)
Recent Market Development
Latest Developments in Military Targeting Pod Technology May 2025 Lockheed Martin's Sniper® Networked Targeting Pod Lockheed Martin has unveiled the Sniper® Networked Targeting Pod, designed to enhance interoperability across a wide range of platforms, including F-35s, fourth-generation fighters like the F-16, and ground-based systems such as HIMARS. This next-generation pod incorporates an advanced datalink compatible with the F-35 and features a Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radio, enabling seamless and secure data sharing across multiple domains.
Northrop Grumman's LITENING Pod Upgrades Northrop Grumman is advancing its LITENING targeting pods for the U.S. Marine Corps by integrating Advanced Tactical Data Links (ATDL). These upgrades include the Bandwidth Efficient Common Data Link (BE-CDL) waveform, which significantly enhances data transfer speeds and enables real-time sharing of high-definition video and imagery between airborne and ground-based operators.
Thales TALIOS Pod: AI Integration for French Rafales Thales is preparing to upgrade its TALIOS (Targeting Long-range Identification Optronic System) pods with artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities for deployment on French Rafale fighters. The AI enhancements aim to improve automated target recognition, reduce pilot workload, and bolster situational awareness. The AI-enabled TALIOS pods are expected to enter service in 2026.
Lockheed Martin Sniper ATP: Poland's Procurement and Integration Poland has secured a $90.68 million agreement to acquire 27 Sniper Advanced Targeting Pods (ATP) from Lockheed Martin. These pods will be installed on Poland’s new FA-50 fighter jets and will complement the existing fleet of F-16s. The Sniper ATP enhances precision strike capabilities and strengthens interoperability within NATO forces.
Report Overview
The Targeting Pods Market is expected to continue its growth rate uniformly; the recent development in the features encourages the market to show healthy growth in the future. The various segments of the market are even contributing equally to boost the market growth. The chief players responsibly perform their duty to meet the market demand and help the Targeting Pods Market achieve the expected CAGR during the evaluation period. Planned marketing strategies are implemented to help the UAV market to reach its goal. The various regions are focused and analyzed to notice the growth of the virtual market for every reason.
Targeting Pods Market Segments
By Type
FAIR
Laser Designator
Laser Spot Tracker
By Component
FLIR segment
CCD Camera
MMS
ECU
HD TV
Video Datalink
By Platform
Combat Aircraft
Helicopters
UAV
By Fit
OEM Fit
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| Report Attribute/Metric | Details |
| Market Size 2032 | USD 4.5 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) | 7.50% (2022-2030) |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Market Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
| Historical Data | 2019- 2022 |
| Market Forecast Units | Value (USD Billion) |
| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends |
| Segments Covered | Fit, Type, Component, Platform, Region |
| Geographies Covered | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World |
| Countries Covered | The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil |
| Key Companies Profiled | Lockheed Martin (US), Aselsan (Turkey), Thales Group (France), Raytheon Company (US), Northrop Grumman (US), L-3 Technologies (US), Ultra Electronics (UK), Israel Aerospace Industries (Israel), MOOG Inc. (US), FLIR Systems (US), Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd (Israel), Qioptik (Paris) |
| Key Market Opportunities | Need for futuristic technology like infrared technologies thermally cooled infrared devices |
| Key Market Dynamics | Increased use of aircraft in military missions is boosting the UAV targeting pods |
Targeting Pods Market Highlights:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
Targeting Pods Market Size at USD 4.5 Billion, Grow at a CAGR Of 6.40% 2030
Lockheed Martin (US),Aselsan (Turkey),Thales Group (France), Raytheon Company (US),Northrop Grumman (US),L-3 Technologies (US),Ultra Electronics (UK),Israel Aerospace Industries (Israel),MOOG Inc. (US),FLIR Systems (US),Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd (Israel),Qioptik (Paris)
Depending on component, the FLIR sensor segment could take the lead.
Europe is expected to be the dominant market.
Factors that bolster the market expansion in APAC are the rising need for public safety and increased defense budgets of developing countries like India, Japan and China.
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