Aerospace Helmet Mounted Display Market Report 2026

The aerospace helmet mounted display market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.41 billion in 2025 to $3.83 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in military avionics modernization, increased adoption of head-mounted pilot displays, reliance on traditional cockpit instrumentation, expansion of aerospace r&d investments, development of early augmented display concepts.

The aerospace helmet mounted display market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.19 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for next-generation pilot visualization systems, expansion of ar/vr capabilities in defense aviation, growth in commercial aerospace head-mounted displays, development of lightweight high-resolution optics, rising adoption of connected cockpit technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of AI-enhanced helmet display systems, development of advanced ar/vr-based pilot interfaces, expansion of automated aerospace manufacturing, integration of smart sensors for real-time pilot data, advancement of connected aircraft helmet technologies.

The growth of the aerospace helmet-mounted display market is expected to be propelled by rising military expenditure. Military expenditure refers to the funds allocated for maintaining armed forces and other defense operations, which are part of a country's defense budget. Helmet-mounted displays in the aerospace sector are used for visor-projected night vision in military applications and are fully integrated to provide pilots with enhanced capabilities within the fighter cockpit. For instance, in April 2024, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, a think tank based in Sweden, reported that global military expenditure reached $2.44 trillion in 2023, marking a 6.8% increase compared to 2022. Consequently, the rise in military expenditure is driving the growth of the aerospace helmet-mounted display market.

The anticipated increase in investments in aircraft safety is poised to drive the growth of the aerospace helmet-mounted display market. Aviation safety encompasses measures taken to eliminate hazards that could pose harm or lead to loss in airplanes. The aerospace helmet-mounted display enhances situational awareness by overlaying real-time, critical flight and mission information onto the user's field of vision, thereby expediting workflows and bolstering safety in aircraft. Consequently, a surge in investments in aircraft safety is expected to elevate the demand for aerospace helmet-mounted displays. For example, in March 2023, Boeing, a US-based aircraft industry company, made a $5.1 million donation to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a US-based private university specializing in aviation and aerospace programs, to establish the Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety. This center will focus on research areas such as data analytics, safety management systems, risk management, and runway safety to address safety risks in aviation and aerospace. Hence, investments in aircraft safety will be a driving force behind the growth of the aerospace helmet-mounted display market.

Major companies operating in the aerospace helmet-mounted display market are focusing on advanced innovations such as next-generation Zero-G helmet-mounted displays to enhance pilot situational awareness, improve targeting accuracy, reduce cognitive load, and support operational effectiveness in modern aerial combat. Zero-G helmet-mounted displays integrate high-resolution imaging, advanced sensor fusion, and lightweight ergonomic design to deliver precise, real-time visual information to pilots in all flight conditions. For example, in September 2023, Collins Elbit Vision Systems, a joint venture between Collins Aerospace, a US-based aerospace and defense company, and Elbit Systems of America, a US-based defense electronics firm, introduced the Zero-G helmet-mounted display for potential use in the U.S. Navy’s Block 3 F/A-18 Super Hornets and EA-18G Growler aircraft. The system enhances observation, targeting, and navigation capabilities while improving pilot safety and mission efficiency, marking a significant advancement in helmet-mounted display technology for modern fighter aircraft.

Major companies operating in the aerospace helmet mounted display market are BAE Systems plc, Elbit Systems Ltd., Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Kopin Corporation, Aselsan Elektronik Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S., Collins Aerospace (a Raytheon Technologies company), Gentex Corporation, Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, Excelitas Technologies Corp., FLIR Systems, Inc. (a Teledyne company), Safran S.A., Honeywell International Inc., Cobham plc, Vuzix Corporation, Rheinmetall AG, Esterline Technologies Corporation, Leonardo S.p.A., Saab AB, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Rochester Precision Optics, Inc., MKU Limited.

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 aerospace helmet-mounted display market by increasing costs for imported optical components, microdisplays, processors, sensors, and precision aerospace materials. Military and commercial aviation sectors in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific face higher procurement expenses due to reliance on global electronics and advanced optics supply chains. Nevertheless, tariffs are supporting growth in regional aerospace manufacturing, encouraging domestic development of high-performance display subsystems, and strengthening long-term supply chain resilience for mission-critical aviation technologies.

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Aerospace helmet-mounted display (HMD) refers to a specialized helmet that incorporates a see-through display projected directly onto the interior of a pilot's visor. This technology enables pilots to access critical information without having to divert their attention within the cockpit, enhancing both safety and mission effectiveness during flight operations.

The primary components of an aerospace helmet-mounted display include the processor and memory, controller, sensor, display, lens, and other related components. The processor and memory encompass the integration of a processor and random-access memory on a single chip within the system. Technologies such as augmented reality and virtual reality are utilized in aerospace HMDs, serving both military and non-military applications and catering to users such as astronauts, aircraft personnel, and other related end-users.North America was the largest region in the aerospace helmet mounted display market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global aerospace helmet mounted display market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the aerospace helmet mounted display market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the aerospace helmet mounted display market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aerospace helmet mounted display market consists of sales of synthetic vision systems and forward-looking infrared equipment, eyeglasses, and display optics. 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.

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