The flight management systems (fms) and stable market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.63 billion in 2025 to $3.92 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early adoption of GPS and inertial navigation technologies, growth in commercial and military aviation, advancements in autopilot and avionics systems, increasing demand for fuel-efficient flight operations, expansion of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for fms.
The flight management systems (fms) and stable market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.14 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of AI and machine learning for optimized flight planning, rising adoption of connected and networked avionics systems, development of next-generation navigation sensors, expansion of software update and upgrade services, increased demand for pilot training and simulation programs. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of advanced navigation and autopilot integration, rising demand for fuel efficiency and performance optimization solutions, growing retrofit installations in aging commercial fleets, enhanced regulatory compliance for aviation safety and flight monitoring, expansion in pilot training and decision-support capabilities.
The growth in global fleet orders is driving increased demand for flight management systems (FMS), ensuring a stable market outlook. Fleet orders, referring to cumulative purchases by airlines and operators for new aircraft, are rising due to expanding air travel needs and fleet modernization. Flight management systems play a critical role in this trend by enhancing operational efficiency, enabling precise navigation and flight planning, optimizing fuel usage, and maintaining stable flight conditions. For example, in 2023, airplane shipments saw significant increases compared to the previous year. Piston airplane deliveries rose by 11.8%, totaling 1,682 units, while turboprop deliveries increased by 9.6% to 638 units. Business jet deliveries also grew from 712 to 730 units, with the total value of deliveries reaching $23.4 billion, marking a 2.2% rise. These figures underscore the robust demand driving the flight management systems (FMS) market forward.
Key players in this market are increasingly focusing on innovation, such as guided visual procedures that enhance pilot guidance during visual approaches. Honeywell International Inc., for instance, introduced Flight Management System Guided Visual Procedures in October 2023. This feature provides precise lateral and vertical guidance during visual approaches, improving approach consistency and reducing pilot workload. Such advancements highlight Honeywell's commitment to enhancing aviation safety and efficiency, solidifying its position in the FMS market.
In February 2024, Malaysia Airlines Berhad partnered with Thales Group to enhance flight management and surveillance solutions for its Airbus A330neo fleet. Thales Group, a leader in avionics technology, aims to optimize these solutions to boost safety, operational efficiency, and accuracy in Malaysia Airlines' flight operations. This collaboration demonstrates the strategic efforts within the industry to leverage advanced technologies for improved aviation performance.
Major companies operating in the flight management systems (fms) and stable market are Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Boeing Company, General Electric Company, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Lufthansa Systems, Innovative Solutions & Support, BAE Systems, Thales Group, Leonardo S.p.A., Elbit Systems, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Esterline CMC Electronics, Universal Avionics Systems Corporation, Genesys Aerosystems, FreeFlight Systems, BendixKing, Comsoft GmbH, Safran Electronics & Defense, DAC International Inc., Avidyne Corporation.
North America was the largest region in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable market in 2025. The regions covered in the flight management systems (fms) and stable market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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 on avionics components, sensors, and semiconductor imports are increasing manufacturing costs and causing delivery delays in the flight management systems market. These impacts are most significant in narrow-body aircraft and line-fit segments, along with North America and Asia-Pacific manufacturing hubs. While tariffs challenge supply chain continuity, they are also encouraging domestic production, localized sourcing, and innovation in cost-efficient FMS hardware, partially benefiting regional suppliers.
The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides flight management systems (FMS) and stable market statistics, including flight management systems (FMS) and stable industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a flight management systems (FMS) and stable market share, detailed flight management systems (FMS) and stable market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable industry. This flight management systems (FMS) and stable market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
Flight management systems (FMS) are advanced avionics systems utilized in aircraft to automate flight planning, navigation, and performance management. Stability refers to the state where an aircraft maintains consistent attitude and speed, critical for safe flight operations. These systems utilize sophisticated technologies such as GPS and inertial navigation to optimize routes, manage fuel efficiency, and ensure adherence to flight plans.
The primary aircraft categories equipped with flight management systems (FMS) and stability features include narrow-body aircraft, wide-body aircraft, very large aircraft, and regional transport aircraft. Narrow-body aircraft are commercial planes with a single aisle through the cabin, typically seating passengers in a 3-3 configuration. These aircraft types offer both factory-installed and retrofit options, incorporating essential hardware such as the visual display unit (VDU), control display unit (CDU), and flight management computers (FMC).
The countries covered in the flight management systems (fms) and stable market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market consist of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as maintenance and support services, software updates and upgrades, and training programs. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market also include sales of navigation sensors, communication modules, autopilot systems, and data management units. 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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The flight management systems (fms) and stable market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.14 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of AI and machine learning for optimized flight planning, rising adoption of connected and networked avionics systems, development of next-generation navigation sensors, expansion of software update and upgrade services, increased demand for pilot training and simulation programs. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of advanced navigation and autopilot integration, rising demand for fuel efficiency and performance optimization solutions, growing retrofit installations in aging commercial fleets, enhanced regulatory compliance for aviation safety and flight monitoring, expansion in pilot training and decision-support capabilities.
The growth in global fleet orders is driving increased demand for flight management systems (FMS), ensuring a stable market outlook. Fleet orders, referring to cumulative purchases by airlines and operators for new aircraft, are rising due to expanding air travel needs and fleet modernization. Flight management systems play a critical role in this trend by enhancing operational efficiency, enabling precise navigation and flight planning, optimizing fuel usage, and maintaining stable flight conditions. For example, in 2023, airplane shipments saw significant increases compared to the previous year. Piston airplane deliveries rose by 11.8%, totaling 1,682 units, while turboprop deliveries increased by 9.6% to 638 units. Business jet deliveries also grew from 712 to 730 units, with the total value of deliveries reaching $23.4 billion, marking a 2.2% rise. These figures underscore the robust demand driving the flight management systems (FMS) market forward.
Key players in this market are increasingly focusing on innovation, such as guided visual procedures that enhance pilot guidance during visual approaches. Honeywell International Inc., for instance, introduced Flight Management System Guided Visual Procedures in October 2023. This feature provides precise lateral and vertical guidance during visual approaches, improving approach consistency and reducing pilot workload. Such advancements highlight Honeywell's commitment to enhancing aviation safety and efficiency, solidifying its position in the FMS market.
In February 2024, Malaysia Airlines Berhad partnered with Thales Group to enhance flight management and surveillance solutions for its Airbus A330neo fleet. Thales Group, a leader in avionics technology, aims to optimize these solutions to boost safety, operational efficiency, and accuracy in Malaysia Airlines' flight operations. This collaboration demonstrates the strategic efforts within the industry to leverage advanced technologies for improved aviation performance.
Major companies operating in the flight management systems (fms) and stable market are Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Boeing Company, General Electric Company, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Lufthansa Systems, Innovative Solutions & Support, BAE Systems, Thales Group, Leonardo S.p.A., Elbit Systems, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Esterline CMC Electronics, Universal Avionics Systems Corporation, Genesys Aerosystems, FreeFlight Systems, BendixKing, Comsoft GmbH, Safran Electronics & Defense, DAC International Inc., Avidyne Corporation.
North America was the largest region in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable market in 2025. The regions covered in the flight management systems (fms) and stable market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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 on avionics components, sensors, and semiconductor imports are increasing manufacturing costs and causing delivery delays in the flight management systems market. These impacts are most significant in narrow-body aircraft and line-fit segments, along with North America and Asia-Pacific manufacturing hubs. While tariffs challenge supply chain continuity, they are also encouraging domestic production, localized sourcing, and innovation in cost-efficient FMS hardware, partially benefiting regional suppliers.
The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides flight management systems (FMS) and stable market statistics, including flight management systems (FMS) and stable industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a flight management systems (FMS) and stable market share, detailed flight management systems (FMS) and stable market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the flight management systems (FMS) and stable industry. This flight management systems (FMS) and stable market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
Flight management systems (FMS) are advanced avionics systems utilized in aircraft to automate flight planning, navigation, and performance management. Stability refers to the state where an aircraft maintains consistent attitude and speed, critical for safe flight operations. These systems utilize sophisticated technologies such as GPS and inertial navigation to optimize routes, manage fuel efficiency, and ensure adherence to flight plans.
The primary aircraft categories equipped with flight management systems (FMS) and stability features include narrow-body aircraft, wide-body aircraft, very large aircraft, and regional transport aircraft. Narrow-body aircraft are commercial planes with a single aisle through the cabin, typically seating passengers in a 3-3 configuration. These aircraft types offer both factory-installed and retrofit options, incorporating essential hardware such as the visual display unit (VDU), control display unit (CDU), and flight management computers (FMC).
The countries covered in the flight management systems (fms) and stable market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market consist of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as maintenance and support services, software updates and upgrades, and training programs. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The flight management systems (FMS) and stable market also include sales of navigation sensors, communication modules, autopilot systems, and data management units. 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.
This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Characteristics
3. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Trends and Strategies
5. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Segmentation
10. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
12. China Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
13. India Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
14. Japan Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
15. Australia Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
16. Indonesia Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
17. South Korea Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
18. Taiwan Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
19. South East Asia Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
20. Western Europe Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
21. UK Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
22. Germany Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
23. France Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
24. Italy Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
25. Spain Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
26. Eastern Europe Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
27. Russia Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
28. North America Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
29. USA Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
30. Canada Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
31. South America Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
32. Brazil Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
33. Middle East Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
34. Africa Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market
36. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Flight Management Systems (Fms) and Stable Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
Executive Summary
Flight Management Systems (FMS) and Stable Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses flight management systems (fms) and stable market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for flight management systems (fms) and stable? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The flight management systems (fms) and stable market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Report Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Aircraft Type: Narrow Body Aircraft; Wide Body Aircraft; Very Large Aircraft; Regional Transport Aircraft2) By Fit: Line Fit; Retrofit
3) By Hardware: Visual Display Unit (VDU); Control Display Unit (CDU); Flight Management Computers (FMC)
Subsegments:
1) By Narrow Body Aircraft: Single-Aisle Jetliners; Short-Haul Narrow Body Aircraft; Medium-Haul Narrow Body Aircraft; Low-Cost Carrier Aircraft2) By Wide Body Aircraft: Twin-Aisle Jetliners; Long-Haul Wide Body Aircraft; Ultra-Long-Haul Wide Body Aircraft; Freighter Wide Body Aircraft
3) By Very Large Aircraft: Passenger Jumbo Jets; Cargo Jumbo Jets; Ultra-High Capacity Aircraft
4) By Regional Transport Aircraft: Regional Jets; Turboprop Aircraft; Short-Haul Regional Aircraft; Commuter Aircraft
Companies Mentioned: Raytheon Technologies Corporation; Boeing Company; General Electric Company; Northrop Grumman Corporation; Honeywell International Inc.; Lufthansa Systems; Innovative Solutions & Support; BAE Systems; Thales Group; Leonardo S.p.A.; Elbit Systems; Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Esterline CMC Electronics; Universal Avionics Systems Corporation; Genesys Aerosystems; FreeFlight Systems; BendixKing; Comsoft GmbH; Safran Electronics & Defense; DAC International Inc.; Avidyne Corporation
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: Word, PDF or Interactive Report + Excel Dashboard
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Flight Management Systems (FMS) and Stable market report include:- Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- Boeing Company
- General Electric Company
- Northrop Grumman Corporation
- Honeywell International Inc.
- Lufthansa Systems
- Innovative Solutions & Support
- BAE Systems
- Thales Group
- Leonardo S.p.A.
- Elbit Systems
- Curtiss-Wright Corporation
- Esterline CMC Electronics
- Universal Avionics Systems Corporation
- Genesys Aerosystems
- FreeFlight Systems
- BendixKing
- Comsoft GmbH
- Safran Electronics & Defense
- DAC International Inc.
- Avidyne Corporation
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 3.92 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 5.14 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.0% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 22 |
