Aviation IoT Market Report 2026

The aviation iot market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $9.13 billion in 2025 to $11.03 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of sensors and actuators for real-time aircraft monitoring, deployment of predictive maintenance solutions to reduce downtime, integration of cloud-based analytics for operational insights, rising use of connected in-flight entertainment systems, implementation of baggage tracking and logistics solutions for improved passenger experience.

The aviation iot market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $23.31 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for AI-enabled aviation IoT platforms for predictive and prescriptive analytics, expansion of onboard data processing units for faster decision-making, rising adoption of integrated communication devices for connected aircraft operations, focus on end-to-end digital twin solutions for fleet optimization, increasing procurement for smart airports and fully connected airline ecosystems. Major trends in the forecast period include growth in real-time predictive maintenance capabilities, expansion of connected in-flight entertainment ecosystems, increased deployment of iot-enabled baggage tracking systems, rise in automated ground operations and smart airport solutions, greater adoption of onboard data processing and edge analytics.

The increasing air traffic is anticipated to drive the growth of the aviation IoT market. Air traffic involves the movement of aircraft within controlled airspace and at airports, managed to maintain safe and efficient flight operations. As air travel becomes more accessible to a larger segment of the population - thanks to rising incomes and more competitive ticket prices - the need for improved aviation infrastructure has grown. Aviation IoT contributes to this by enhancing flight operations, minimizing delays, improving safety, and enabling more efficient management of aircraft and airport systems. For example, in December 2023, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), a U.S. government agency, reported that U.S. airlines carried 78.7 million systemwide scheduled service passengers, reflecting a 9.5% increase compared to December 2022. This increase spanned both domestic and international travel sectors. As a result, the surge in air traffic is contributing to the expansion of the aviation IoT market.

Companies in the aviation IoT market are increasingly developing IoT-enabled aircraft-installed gateways to facilitate real-time data transmission between onboard systems and ground control. These smart onboard devices connect internal aircraft systems to external networks, enabling real-time communication that enhances flight safety, operational efficiency, and predictive maintenance. For instance, in March 2024, OnAsset Intelligence Inc., a U.S.-based technology firm, introduced the SENTRY 600 FlightSafe device. This innovation represents a significant advancement in aviation IoT by turning aircraft into connected hubs for continuous monitoring and asset tracking. The device links to Bluetooth sensors in cargo holds, cabins, and aircraft components such as ULDs and galley carts, collecting essential data on temperature, humidity, and asset location - even while the aircraft is parked.

In March 2023, Honeywell Inc., a U.S.-based technology company, entered into a partnership with Lufthansa Technik to advance aircraft maintenance through smart technology. This collaboration incorporates Honeywell’s predictive maintenance analytics into the AVIATAR platform, enabling better maintenance planning for multiple aircraft types. The integration helps airlines cut costs, prevent delays, and improve overall operational efficiency. Lufthansa Technik AG, based in Germany, is a provider of aviation IoT solutions and aircraft services.

Major companies operating in the aviation iot market are Microsoft Corporation, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Siemens AG, Boeing Group, Airbus SE, International Business Machines Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Honeywell Aerospace Inc., GE Aerospace Inc., Safran S.A., Thales Group, Dassault Aviation SA, Bombardier, Tech Mahindra Ltd., Embraer, Viasat, Tata Communications Limited, SITA, Iridium Communications, Ramco Systems.

North America was the largest region in the aviation IoT market in 20254. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aviation iot 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 semiconductors, communication modules, and IoT hardware have raised manufacturing costs and slowed supply chains for aviation IoT systems, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Europe. Hardware such as sensors and gateways is most affected, facing higher import costs and production delays. However, tariffs are driving local sourcing, regional manufacturing growth, and innovation in more cost-efficient aviation IoT technologies.

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Aviation IoT refers to the deployment of internet-enabled sensors, devices, and systems across aircraft and aviation infrastructure to enable the real-time collection, transmission, and analysis of data. This innovation plays a crucial role in enhancing aircraft efficiency, optimizing maintenance processes, ensuring higher safety standards, and improving operational workflows.

The core elements of aviation IoT include hardware, software, and services. Hardware encompasses the physical components installed on aircraft and throughout airport facilities that are responsible for data collection and communication. These devices employ a variety of connectivity technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular networks, satellite communications, and LoRaWAN. These technologies are applied across a range of functions including ground operations, enhancing the passenger journey, aircraft monitoring, and asset tracking. Aviation IoT is utilized by several sectors within the industry, such as airports, airline operators, maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) providers, and aircraft original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

The countries covered in the aviation iot market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aviation IoT market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as predictive maintenance, baggage tracking, logistics firms and connected in-flight entertainment. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The aviation IoT market also includes sales of sensors, actuators, cloud-based analytics software, communication devices, and onboard data processing 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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