Aircraft Cabin Lighting Market Report 2026

The aircraft cabin lighting market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.52 billion in 2025 to $1.62 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in basic halogen-based cabin lighting, early adoption of led retrofits, expansion in commercial aircraft deliveries, increasing demand for safer emergency lighting, rising use of reading and dome lighting systems.

The aircraft cabin lighting market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.08 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of advanced led technologies, rising demand for customized passenger experience lighting, expansion of smart cabin systems, development of energy-efficient aircraft interiors, growth in fleet modernization programs. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of energy-efficient led cabin lighting, integration of IoT-enabled aircraft lighting control, development of smart AI-driven lighting systems, expansion of automated lighting manufacturing platforms, advancement of immersive mood and passenger experience lighting.

The rise in passenger air traffic is anticipated to drive the growth of the aircraft cabin lighting market in the future. Passenger air traffic refers to the increase in the number of individuals traveling by air over time, which can be assessed through various metrics, such as the number of passengers transported by airlines, the frequency of flights, and the revenue generated by the air travel sector. Aircraft cabin lighting is crucial for providing a comfortable and safe atmosphere for passengers during flights, which ultimately attracts customers and increases the demand for improved cabin lighting solutions. For example, in September 2024, Airports Council International (ACI), a Canada-based trade association, reported that global passenger traffic reached 8.7 billion in 2023, marking a 30.6% increase from 2022. Therefore, the growing passenger air traffic is fueling the demand for the aircraft cabin lighting market.

Prominent entities in the aircraft cabin lighting market are at the forefront of innovation, introducing groundbreaking products such as LED Flex Light, designed to offer vibrant, animated lighting within the confines of aircraft cabins. LED Flex Light, a flexible lighting solution integrating light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on a flexible substrate, enables versatile and customizable illumination in diverse applications. A prime example is STG Aerospace's introduction of 'The Curve' in June 2023 - a revolutionary LED Flex light adaptable for seamless cabin-wide lighting. The Curve's flexibility allows it to meet geometric and aesthetic requirements where traditional linear lights fall short. This product's customizable features, allowing the control of color, transition, and intensity in individual segments, offer a spectrum of 16 million colors. The launch of The Curve represents a significant milestone in aircraft cabin lighting innovation, providing unparalleled flexibility, adaptability, and customization to meet the evolving needs of the aviation industry and enhance passenger experiences.

In July 2024, Whelen Aerospace Technologies (WAT), a US-based company specializing in aviation lighting systems, acquired AeroLEDs for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition broadens WAT’s aircraft cabin and exterior lighting offerings and integrates AeroLEDs’ advanced LED technologies with WAT’s proven design and manufacturing expertise. AeroLEDs will continue operating under its own brand and maintain its manufacturing facility in Boise, Idaho, while working closely with WAT to deliver improved, high-quality lighting solutions in the aircraft cabin lighting market. AeroLEDs is a US-based manufacturer of aircraft cabin lighting.

Major companies operating in the aircraft cabin lighting market are Astronics Corporation, Diehl Aerospace GmbH, Luminator Technology Group LLC, Safran S.A., Collins Aerospace, Heads Up Technologies Inc., Soderberg Manufacturing Co. Inc., Cobalt Aerospace Cobham PLC, Aveo Engineering Group s.r.o., Bruce Aerospace Inc., Oxley Group, STG Aerospace, Luminator Aerospace, SELA, CML Innovative Technologies, ST Aerospace, AD Aerospace, Nordam Group, Vision Systems, Lumitex Inc., Beadlight Ltd.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have influenced the aircraft cabin lighting market by raising costs for imported LEDs, electronic drivers, wiring harnesses, and lighting control modules. Aircraft OEMs, retrofit providers, and interior system suppliers in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific face elevated costs and extended procurement times due to dependence on global electronic supply chains. Nevertheless, tariffs are accelerating regional component manufacturing, fostering localized assembly, and driving innovation in lightweight and energy-efficient lighting solutions that improve long-term operational flexibility.

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The aircraft cabin lighting refers to a lighting system that illuminates the passenger compartment of an aircraft. Interior lighting provides illumination for instruments, cockpits, cabins, and other sections occupied by crewmembers and passengers. Certain special lights, such as indicator and warning lights, indicate the operation status of equipment.

The aircraft cabin lighting market encompasses various types such as wash lighting, emergency lighting, lavatory lights, reading and dome lights, and specialty lighting. Wash lighting refers to the uniform and diffuse illumination technique used to evenly light up interior surfaces, enhancing passenger comfort and creating a consistent ambient atmosphere. It involves technologies such as halogen, LED, and other innovations, and caters to different aircraft categories such as narrow-body, wide-body, regional jet, and general aviation. Fit options include retro fit and line-fit, serving end users such as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Aftermarket segments.North America was the largest region in the aircraft cabin lighting market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the aircraft cabin lighting market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the aircraft cabin lighting market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the aircraft cabin lighting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aircraft cabin lighting market consists of sales of spotlights, ceiling lights, cockpit lights, and sign lights. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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