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Aircraft Sensors - Company Evaluation Report, 2025

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  • 139 Pages
  • July 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Markets and Markets
  • ID: 6108856
The Aircraft Sensors Companies Quadrant is a comprehensive industry analysis that provides valuable insights into the global market for Aircraft Sensors. This quadrant offers a detailed evaluation of key market players, technological advancements, product innovations, and emerging trends shaping the industry. The publisher's 360 Quadrants evaluated over 100 companies, of which the Top 21 Aircraft Sensors Companies were categorized and recognized as quadrant leaders.

Aircraft sensors are electronic components designed to monitor, control, and process information related to temperature, pressure, vibration, altitude, and fluid levels across aircraft cabins, engines, and fuel systems. These sensors play a crucial role in ensuring precise flight control and enhancing situational awareness for both pilots and ground support systems. Examples of such sensors include the total air temperature probe, angle of attack probe, and pitot-static pressure system - each strategically located around the aircraft. These feed data into digital instrument systems (like glass cockpits), where onboard computers process the information, apply corrective actions, and present it on the pilot's flight displays.

Aircraft sensors are utilized to detect and respond to physical or electrical signals inside and outside the aircraft. Most aircraft sensors function by converting physical inputs into readable electrical signals. For safe and efficient aircraft operation, it is vital to receive feedback on a variety of flight conditions and the operational status of various systems and equipment. A broad set of sensors constantly monitors these parameters, sending real-time data to flight computers for analysis and subsequent display to the pilot.

The 360 Quadrant maps the Aircraft Sensors companies based on criteria such as revenue, geographic presence, growth strategies, investments, and sales strategies for the market presence of the Aircraft Sensors quadrant. The top criteria for product footprint evaluation included By TYPE (Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Force Sensors, Torque Sensors, Speed Sensors, Position and Displacement Sensors, Level Sensors, Proximity Sensors, Flow Sensors, Optical Sensors, Motion Sensors, Radar Sensors, Smoke Detection Sensors, GPS Sensors, Others), By APPLICATION (Fuel, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic Systems, Engine/Propulsion, Cabin & Cargo Environmental Controls, Aerostructure & Flight Controls, Flight Decks, Landing Gear Systems, Weapon Systems, Others), By AIRCRAFT TYPE (Commercial Aviation, Business & General Aviation, Military Aviation, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Advanced Air Mobility), By END USE (OEM, Aftermarket), and By CONNECTIVITY (Wired, Wireless).

Key Players

Key players in the Aircraft Sensors market include major global corporations and specialized innovators such as Honeywell International Inc., Safran, Te Connectivity Ltd., Meggitt Plc, Ametek Inc., Lockheed Martin Corporation, Woodward, Rtx, Thales, L3HARRIS Technologies, Inc., The Bosch Group, Trimble Inc., Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Eaton Corporation, Crane Aerospace & Electronics, Stellar Technology, Amphenol Corporation, Tdk Corporation, Ultra Precision Control Systems, Vectornav Technologies Llc, and Emcore Corporation. These companies are actively investing in research and development, forming strategic partnerships, and engaging in collaborative initiatives to drive innovation, expand their global footprint, and maintain a competitive edge in this rapidly evolving market.

Top Three Companies Analysis

Honeywell International Inc.

Honeywell International Inc. is a global technology and manufacturing leader offering diverse products across multiple sectors, including aerospace solutions. Their navigation and sensors division produces accelerometers, magnetic sensors, radio frequency monitoring sensors, and inertial measurement units for both commercial and military applications. With manufacturing facilities spread across regions like the US, Australia, and Canada, Honeywell's broad geographic footprint and robust product portfolio reinforce its market dominance.

Safran

Safran specializes in aerospace and defense equipment, with a strong focus on aircraft equipment and AeroSystems. Their product offerings include advanced avionics, navigation systems, fuel flow sensors, and landing gear monitoring solutions. Safran's presence in the UAV segment and its emphasis on sensor systems for operational diagnostics highlight their innovative approach to maintaining industry leadership. Their comprehensive product portfolio and strategic market positioning drive Safran's growth in both civil and military aviation segments.

TE Connectivity Ltd.

TE Connectivity Ltd. designs and manufactures connectivity and sensor solutions primarily for the transportation sector. Their sensor offerings encompass automotive and commercial applications, supported by 13 manufacturing facilities globally. TE Connectivity's strong presence in the sensor market is bolstered by their innovative product developments and strategic expansion into emerging markets. This positions them as a formidable player, catering to demanding industry needs through a diversified sensor product portfolio.

Table of Contents

1 Introduction
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Inclusions and Exclusions
1.3 Stakeholders
2 Executive Summary
3 Market Overview
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Market Dynamics
3.2.1 Drivers
3.2.1.1 Extensive Use of Sensors for Data Sensing
3.2.1.2 Innovations in Micro-Electromechanical System Technology
3.2.1.3 Shift Toward Modern Warfare Techniques
3.2.1.4 Rising Demand for Geological Surveys
3.2.1.5 Increase in Demand for New Aircraft Worldwide
3.2.2 Restraints
3.2.2.1 Need for Frequent Calibration of Sensors
3.2.2.2 High Cost of Advanced Sensors
3.2.3 Opportunities
3.2.3.1 Rapid Adoption of IoT in Aviation
3.2.3.2 Need for Wireless Sensors in Structural Health Monitoring
3.2.4 Challenges
3.2.4.1 Cybersecurity Risks
3.2.4.2 Complex Integration with Modern Avionics
3.3 Trends and Disruptions Impacting Customer Business
3.4 Value Chain Analysis
3.5 Ecosystem Analysis
3.5.1 Oems
3.5.2 Private and Small Enterprises
3.5.3 End-users
3.6 Technology Analysis
3.6.1 Key Technologies
3.6.1.1 Infrared Sensors
3.6.1.2 Accelerometers
3.6.2 Complementary Technologies
3.6.2.1 Autonomous Systems
3.6.2.2 Wireless Communication Systems
3.6.3 Adjacent Technologies
3.6.3.1 Avionics Systems
3.6.3.2 Aircraft Maintenance Management Systems
3.7 Impact of Ai
3.7.1 Introduction
3.7.2 Ai Adoption in Commercial Aviation
4 Industry Trends
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Technology Trends
4.2.1 Wireless Sensor Networks and Miniaturization
4.2.2 Multi-Function and Multi-Parameter Sensing
4.2.3 Electric Advanced Fiber Optic Sensing
4.2.4 Multi-Sensor Pod Systems
4.2.5 Advanced Sensor Materials
4.2.6 Fly-By-Wire and Autonomous Flight Systems
4.3 Impact of Megatrends
4.3.1 3D Printing
4.3.2 Artificial Intelligence
4.3.3 Predictive Maintenance
4.4 Supply Chain Analysis
4.5 Innovations and Patent Analysis
5 Competitive Landscape
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Key Player Strategies/Right to Win, 2020-2025
5.3 Revenue Analysis, 2020-2024
5.4 Market Share Analysis, 2024
5.5 Company Evaluation Matrix: Key Players, 2024
5.5.1 Stars
5.5.2 Emerging Leaders
5.5.3 Pervasive Players
5.5.4 Participants
5.5.5 Company Footprint
5.5.5.1 Region Footprint
5.5.5.2 End Use Footprint
5.5.5.3 Application Footprint
5.6 Company Evaluation Matrix: Startups/Smes, 2024
5.6.1 Progressive Companies
5.6.2 Responsive Companies
5.6.3 Dynamic Companies
5.6.4 Starting Blocks
5.6.5 Competitive Benchmarking
5.6.5.1 Detailed List of Start-Ups/Smes
5.6.5.2 Competitive Benchmarking of Key Start-Ups/Smes
5.7 Company Valuation and Financial Metrics
5.8 Brand/Product Comparison
5.9 Competitive Scenario
5.9.1 Product Launches
5.9.2 Deals
5.9.3 Others
5.10 Customer Analysis: Supplier & Oem Procurement Behavior
5.10.1 Engine Oems
5.10.1.1 Key Insights
5.10.2 Airframe Oems
5.10.2.1 Key Insights
5.10.3 Tier-1 System Integrators
5.10.3.1 Key Insights
6 Company Profiles
6.1 Key Players
6.1.1 Honeywell International Inc.
6.1.1.1 Business Overview
6.1.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.1.3 Recent Developments
6.1.1.3.1 Product Launches
6.1.1.3.2 Deals
6.1.1.3.3 Others
6.1.1.4 Analyst's View
6.1.1.4.1 Key Strengths
6.1.1.4.2 Strategic Choices
6.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses and Competitive Threats
6.1.2 Safran
6.1.2.1 Business Overview
6.1.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.2.3 Recent Developments
6.1.2.3.1 Deals
6.1.2.3.2 Others
6.1.2.4 Analyst's View
6.1.2.4.1 Key Strengths
6.1.2.4.2 Strategic Choices
6.1.2.4.3 Weaknesses and Competitive Threats
6.1.3 Te Connectivity Ltd.
6.1.3.1 Business Overview
6.1.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.3.3 Recent Developments
6.1.3.3.1 Deals
6.1.3.4 Analyst's View
6.1.3.4.1 Key Strengths
6.1.3.4.2 Strategic Choices
6.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses and Competitive Threats
6.1.4 Meggitt plc
6.1.4.1 Business Overview
6.1.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.4.3 Recent Developments
6.1.4.3.1 Others
6.1.4.4 Analyst's View
6.1.4.4.1 Key Strengths
6.1.4.4.2 Strategic Choices
6.1.4.4.3 Weaknesses and Competitive Threats
6.1.5 Ametek Inc.
6.1.5.1 Business Overview
6.1.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.5.3 Recent Developments
6.1.5.3.1 Deals
6.1.5.4 Analyst's View
6.1.5.4.1 Key Strengths
6.1.5.4.2 Strategic Choices
6.1.5.4.3 Weaknesses and Competitive Threats
6.1.6 Lockheed Martin Corporation
6.1.6.1 Business Overview
6.1.6.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.6.3 Recent Developments
6.1.6.3.1 Others
6.1.7 Woodward
6.1.7.1 Business Overview
6.1.7.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.7.3 Recent Developments
6.1.7.3.1 Deals
6.1.8 Rtx
6.1.8.1 Business Overview
6.1.8.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.9 Thales
6.1.9.1 Business Overview
6.1.9.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.9.3 Recent Developments
6.1.9.3.1 Deals
6.1.9.3.2 Others
6.1.10 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
6.1.10.1 Business Overview
6.1.10.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.10.3 Recent Developments
6.1.10.3.1 Deals
6.1.10.3.2 Others
6.1.11 The Bosch Group
6.1.11.1 Business Overview
6.1.11.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.12 Trimble Inc.
6.1.12.1 Business Overview
6.1.12.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.13 Curtiss-Wright Corporation
6.1.13.1 Business Overview
6.1.13.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.14 Eaton Corporation
6.1.14.1 Business Overview
6.1.14.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.14.3 Recent Developments
6.1.14.3.1 Deals
6.1.15 Crane Aerospace & Electronics
6.1.15.1 Business Overview
6.1.15.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.16 Stellar Technology
6.1.16.1 Business Overview
6.1.16.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.17 Amphenol Corporation
6.1.17.1 Business Overview
6.1.17.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.17.3 Recent Developments
6.1.17.3.1 Deals
6.1.18 Tdk Corporation
6.1.18.1 Business Overview
6.1.18.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.19 Ultra Precision Control Systems
6.1.19.1 Business Overview
6.1.19.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.20 Vectornav Technologies LLC
6.1.20.1 Business Overview
6.1.20.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.1.21 Emcore Corporation
6.1.21.1 Business Overview
6.1.21.2 Products/Solutions/Services Offered
6.2 Other Players
6.2.1 Aerosonic
6.2.2 Sensor Systems LLC
6.2.3 Circor Aerospace
6.2.4 Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
7 Appendix
7.1 Research Methodology
7.1.1 Research Data
7.1.1.1 Secondary Data
7.1.1.2 Primary Data
7.1.2 Research Assumptions
7.1.3 Research Limitations
7.1.4 Risk Analysis
7.2 Company Evaluation Matrix: Methodology
List of Tables
Table 1 New Aircraft Deliveries, by Region, 2024-2043
Table 2 Average Number of Sensors Installed Across Platforms, 2024
Table 3 Role of Companies in Ecosystem
Table 4 Innovations and Patent Registrations, 2022-2023
Table 5 Key Player Strategies/Right to Win, 2020-2025
Table 6 Aircraft Sensors Market: Degree of Competition
Table 7 Aircraft Sensors Market: Region Footprint
Table 8 Aircraft Sensors Market: End Use Footprint
Table 9 Aircraft Sensors Market: Application Footprint
Table 10 Aircraft Sensors Market: List of Startups/Smes
Table 11 Aircraft Sensors Market: Competitive Benchmarking of Startups/Smes
Table 12 Aircraft Sensors Market: Product Launches, January 2020-March 2025
Table 13 Aircraft Sensors Market: Deals, January 2020-March 2025
Table 14 Aircraft Sensors Market: Others, January 2020-March 2025
Table 15 Engine Oems: Supplier & Oem Procurement Behavior
Table 16 Airframe Oems: Supplier & Oem Procurement Behavior
Table 17 Tier-1 System Integrators: Supplier & Oem Procurement Behavior
Table 18 Honeywell International Inc.: Company Overview
Table 19 Honeywell International Inc.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 20 Honeywell International Inc.: Product Launches
Table 21 Honeywell International Inc.: Deals
Table 22 Honeywell International Inc.: Others
Table 23 Safran: Company Overview
Table 24 Safran: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 25 Safran: Deals
Table 26 Safran: Others
Table 27 Te Connectivity Ltd.: Company Overview
Table 28 Te Connectivity Ltd.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 29 Te Connectivity Ltd.: Deals
Table 30 Meggitt plc: Company Overview
Table 31 Meggitt plc: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 32 Meggitt plc: Others
Table 33 Ametek Inc.: Company Overview
Table 34 Ametek Inc.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 35 Ametek Inc.: Deals
Table 36 Lockheed Martin Corporation: Company Overview
Table 37 Lockheed Martin Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 38 Lockheed Martin Corporation: Others
Table 39 Woodward: Company Overview
Table 40 Woodward: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 41 Woodward: Deals
Table 42 Rtx: Company Overview
Table 43 Rtx: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 44 Thales: Company Overview
Table 45 Thales: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 46 Thales: Deals
Table 47 Thales: Others
Table 48 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.: Company Overview
Table 49 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 50 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.: Deals
Table 51 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.: Others
Table 52 The Bosch Group: Company Overview
Table 53 The Bosch Group: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 54 Trimble Inc.: Company Overview
Table 55 Trimble Inc.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 56 Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Company Overview
Table 57 Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 58 Eaton Corporation: Company Overview
Table 59 Eaton Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 60 Eaton Corporation: Deals
Table 61 Crane Aerospace & Electronics: Company Overview
Table 62 Crane Aerospace & Electronics: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 63 Stellar Technology: Company Overview
Table 64 Stellar Technology: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 65 Amphenol Corporation: Company Overview
Table 66 Amphenol Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 67 Amphenol Corporation: Deals
Table 68 Tdk Corporation: Company Overview
Table 69 Tdk Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 70 Ultra Precision Control Systems: Company Overview
Table 71 Ultra Precision Control Systems: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 72 Vectornav Technologies LLC: Company Overview
Table 73 Vectornav Technologies LLC: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 74 Emcore Corporation: Company Overview
Table 75 Emcore Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 76 Aerosonic: Company Overview
Table 77 Sensor Systems LLC: Company Overview
Table 78 Circor Aerospace: Company Overview
Table 79 Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.: Company Overview
List of Figures
Figure 1 Aircraft Sensors Market, by Application, 2025
Figure 2 Aircraft Sensors Market, by Connectivity, 2025
Figure 3 Aircraft Sensors Market, by Region, 2025
Figure 4 Aircraft Sensors Market Dynamics
Figure 5 Trends and Disruptions Impacting Customer Business
Figure 6 Value Chain Analysis
Figure 7 Ecosystem Analysis
Figure 8 Ai Landscape
Figure 9 Ai Adoption in Commercial Aviation
Figure 10 Technology Trends
Figure 11 Supply Chain Analysis
Figure 12 List of Major Patents Related to Aircraft Sensors Market
Figure 13 Revenue Analysis of Top Five Players, 2020-2024
Figure 14 Market Share Analysis of Key Players, 2024
Figure 15 Aircraft Sensors Market: Company Evaluation Matrix (Key Players), 2024
Figure 16 Aircraft Sensors Market: Company Footprint
Figure 17 Aircraft Sensors Market: Company Evaluation Matrix (Startups/Smes), 2024
Figure 18 Valuation of Prominent Market Players, 2025
Figure 19 Financial Metrics of Prominent Market Players, 2025
Figure 20 Brand/Product Comparison
Figure 21 Honeywell International Inc.: Company Snapshot
Figure 22 Safran: Company Snapshot
Figure 23 Te Connectivity Ltd.: Company Snapshot
Figure 24 Ametek Inc.: Company Snapshot
Figure 25 Lockheed Martin Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 26 Woodward: Company Snapshot
Figure 27 Rtx: Company Snapshot
Figure 28 Thales: Company Snapshot
Figure 29 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.: Company Snapshot
Figure 30 The Bosch Group: Company Snapshot
Figure 31 Trimble Inc.: Company Snapshot
Figure 32 Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 33 Eaton Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 34 Crane Aerospace & Electronics: Company Snapshot
Figure 35 Amphenol Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 36 Tdk Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 37 Ultra Precision Control Systems: Company Snapshot
Figure 38 Emcore Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 39 Aircraft Sensors Market: Research Design

Companies Mentioned

  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Safran
  • Te Connectivity Ltd.
  • Meggitt plc
  • Ametek Inc.
  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Woodward
  • Rtx
  • Thales
  • L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
  • The Bosch Group
  • Trimble Inc.
  • Curtiss-Wright Corporation
  • Eaton Corporation
  • Crane Aerospace & Electronics
  • Stellar Technology
  • Amphenol Corporation
  • Tdk Corporation
  • Ultra Precision Control Systems
  • Vectornav Technologies LLC
  • Emcore Corporation
  • Aerosonic
  • Sensor Systems LLC
  • Circor Aerospace
  • Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.