Aviation Crew Management System Global Market Report 2024

The aviation crew management system market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.17 billion in 2023 to $2.41 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9%. In the historical period, the growth of aviation crew management systems was driven by factors such as the need to comply with regulations, improve crew scheduling efficiency, enhance crew productivity and safety, manage increased air traffic and operational complexities, prioritize cost reduction, and optimize overall operational efficiency through integration with various aviation systems.

The aviation crew management system market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.48 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The anticipated growth in the upcoming period of aviation crew management systems is driven by factors such as the adaptation of airline business models for greater flexibility, intensified emphasis on crew training and skill enhancement, improved crew communication and collaboration, global expansion of airline operations, and heightened attention to crew well-being and fatigue management. Key trends expected in this period encompass augmented crew training programs, fortified data security measures, automation in crew scheduling, real-time monitoring of crew, and the continued global expansion of airline operations.

The expansion of global air traffic is poised to drive the growth of the aviation crew management system market. As air travel surges, airlines seek effective systems to manage crew members, schedules, qualifications, and compliance. Aviation crew management systems play a pivotal role in optimizing staff utilization, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. In March 2023, a report from the US Bureau of Transportation Statistics revealed a significant 30% year-on-year increase in passengers transported by US airlines in 2022, amounting to an additional 194 million passengers compared to the previous year. The total number of passengers carried by US airlines for the year reached 853 million.

The global expansion initiatives of airlines are expected to fuel the aviation crew management system market. Airline expansion involves strategic growth through new route introductions, increased flight frequencies, and the establishment of partnerships to serve broader markets. This expansion on a global scale introduces complexities in crew management, necessitating advanced systems to efficiently address diverse crew requirements. In June 2023, Boeing Company projections highlighted the robust demand in the global aviation industry, anticipating a need for 42,595 new commercial jets valued at $8 trillion by 2042. The global fleet is projected to nearly double to 48,600 jets, growing at an annual rate of 3.5%. Notably, over 75% of these deliveries will comprise new single-aisle airplanes, exceeding 32,000 airplanes. The increase in the number of air passengers remains a key driver for the growth of the aviation crew management system market.

Product innovation is a prominent trend gaining traction in the aviation crew management system market. Leading companies in the sector are dedicated to developing inventive products to fortify their market position. A noteworthy example is Lufthansa Systems GmbH & Co. KG, a German IT service provider for the airline industry, which, in March 2022, introduced NetLine/Crew Qualification and Training Management as a web-based solution. This module provides a comprehensive platform for overseeing ground staff and crew member training plans and certifications. It efficiently manages qualifications, recurrence, and training needs, ensuring maximum security and compliance for airlines.

Major companies in the aviation crew management system market are embracing technologies such as Software as a Service (SaaS). SaaS in aviation crew management systems involves a cloud-based model where crew management software is hosted and provided as a service over the internet. A notable instance is the initiative by IBS Software, a Singapore-based SaaS solutions provider to the travel industry, which, in March 2021, launched a new version of iFlight. This platform offers seamless Operations, Crew, and Hub management, empowering airlines, exemplified by LATAM Airlines Group, to optimize operations, improve real-time analytics, and adapt swiftly to disruptions, particularly crucial in the dynamic landscape of the COVID-19 era.

In March 2022, CAE Inc., a Canadian aircraft manufacturer, technology, and service provider, successfully completed the acquisition of Sabre's Airline Operations (AirCentre) portfolio for $392.5 million. This strategic acquisition marks a significant expansion for CAE in the realm of digital flight and crew operations, establishing the company as a frontrunner in technology solutions with a comprehensive suite of offerings in crew and flight management. This addition perfectly complements CAE's existing line of simulator and training services. Sabre Corporation, a US-based travel technology company, was the previous provider of crew management solutions now acquired by CAE.

Major companies operating in the aviation crew management system market report are Lufthansa Systems AG, Fujitsu Limited, Leonardo S.p.A., The Boeing Company, CAE Inc., Sabre Corporation, SITA, Hexaware Technologies Limited, Jeppesen Sanderson Inc., FlyPal, OSM Aviation Management AS, Navblue S.A.S., Merlot Aero Limited, Ramco Systems, Maureva Ltd., InteliSys Aviation Systems Inc, AAP Aviation, IBS Software Services Pvt. Ltd., ARCOS LLC, LAMINAAR Aviation Infotech (India) Pvt Ltd, Prolog Development Center Holding A/S, PDC Aviation A/S, Aviolinx Communication and Services AB, Hitit Computer Services, SchedAero Inc, AIMS Inc., Advanced Optimization System Inc., Blue One Management S.A., AeroCRS, Leon Software GmbH.

North America was the largest region in the aviation crew management system market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aviation crew management system market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the aviation crew management system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The primary components of aviation crew management systems comprise hardware, software, and services. Hardware includes tangible computer elements facilitating the execution of instructions provided by software. Devices such as biometric time clocks and RFID scanners play a crucial role in accurately recording crew attendance, reducing manual tasks, and elevating data precision in crew management operations. These solutions can be implemented across various devices such as smartphones, personal computers, and tablets. They operate on cloud-based or server-based platforms, catering to crew planning, services, operations, training, and other related functions.

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The aviation crew management systems market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as crew planning and rostering, crew tracking and attendance, and regulatory compliance. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The aviation crew management system market also includes sales of PDC crew, crew lounge, and ASL aircrews’ software, which are used in providing crew duty time management and crew communication services. 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.