Aircraft Electrical Connector Market Report 2026

The aircraft electrical connector market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.53 billion in 2025 to $1.64 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of circular and rectangular connectors in aircraft systems, development of fiber optic connectors for high-speed data transmission, rising demand for reliable power and signal connectors in avionics, implementation of modular connectors for versatile aircraft applications, growing focus on environmental resistance to vibration, temperature, and moisture.

The aircraft electrical connector market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.13 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of high-speed and next-generation data connectors for modern avionics, rising adoption of lightweight and compact connector designs, integration of advanced materials for enhanced durability and corrosion resistance, increasing demand for modular and customizable connector solutions, growth in replacement and aftermarket services for aircraft electrical connectors. Major trends in the forecast period include high-speed data connectors, miniaturized connector adoption, high-temperature/vibration-resistant materials, fiber-optic expansion, modular multifunctional connectors.

The increasing aircraft production is expected to propel the growth of the aircraft electrical connector market going forward. Aircraft production refers to the process of designing, manufacturing, assembling, and testing aircraft, including both military and commercial airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Aircraft production is increasing due to fleet modernization, as airlines replace older, less efficient aircraft with newer models that offer improved fuel economy, lower emissions, and enhanced performance. Aircraft electrical connectors help aircraft production and fleet expansion by supporting reliable power and signal transmission, which ensures the safe and efficient operation of aircraft systems, making it easier to build and maintain more airplanes. For instance, in February 2024, according to a report published by Statistics Canada, a Canada-based government agency, aerospace products and parts production rose by 29.7% from 2022, reaching $24.9 billion in 2023, marking the second-highest total ever recorded. Therefore, increasing aircraft production is driving the growth of the aircraft electrical connector market.

Leading companies in the aircraft electrical connector market are emphasizing innovations such as high-power electrical harnesses to boost efficiency in power transmission, reduce aircraft weight, and support increasing electrical loads in advanced aircraft systems. These high-power harnesses play a vital role in transporting significant levels of electrical energy efficiently across aircraft, helping operate components like electric propulsion units, avionics, and environmental controls, while minimizing energy waste and enhancing overall performance. For example, in April 2024, Safran, a France-based aerospace and defense firm, unveiled GENeUSCONNECT, an advanced line of high-power electrical harnesses tailored for hybrid and all-electric aircraft. Introduced at the AERO Friedrichshafen trade show, these harnesses are capable of operating at voltages as high as 800 volts DC, providing twice the power of standard systems without increasing the size footprint.

In December 2024, Molex, a US-based consumer electronics firm, acquired AirBorn for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition is intended to reinforce Molex's ability to offer cutting-edge and highly reliable interconnect solutions to industries that operate in demanding environments. AirBorn Inc., based in the US, specializes in manufacturing durable and dependable connectors and electronic components designed for critical aerospace and defense applications.

Major companies operating in the aircraft electrical connector market are Eaton Corporation plc, Safran S.A., TE Connectivity Ltd., Molex LLC, Nexans S.A., Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Carlisle Companies Incorporated, Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG, ITT Corporation, Smiths Group plc, JAE Electronics Inc., HUBER+SUHNER AG, Glenair Inc., Samtec Inc., Bel Fuse Inc., Lemo S.A., Fischer Connectors SA, Trexon Inc., Conesys Inc., Esterline Technologies Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the aircraft electrical connector market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aircraft electrical connector 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 metals and electronic components have raised production costs and disrupted supply chains for aircraft electrical connectors, particularly affecting metal and composite connector segments in import-reliant regions. These tariffs may delay deliveries for OEM and aftermarket clients but can also stimulate domestic sourcing and local manufacturing, driving innovation in connector materials and designs.

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Aircraft electrical connectors are specially designed components used to link electrical circuits within a wide range of aircraft systems, allowing for the secure and effective transfer of power and signals. These connectors are built to endure the tough environmental challenges found in aviation, such as drastic temperature variations, vibrations, humidity, and pressure fluctuations. They play a vital role in maintaining the performance and dependability of avionics, communication, navigation, lighting, and control systems in various aircraft.

The primary materials used in aircraft electrical connectors include plastic, metal, bimetallic, ceramic, and composite materials. Plastic connectors feature plastic insulating materials in their housing and sometimes internal elements, offering a lightweight and corrosion-resistant solution for electrical connections. These are incorporated across different types of connectors like circular, rectangular, push-pull, hybrid, and RF connectors, and are employed in applications spanning commercial aviation, military aviation, general aviation, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). These connectors are also utilized by diverse end users such as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), aftermarket service providers, maintenance and repair organizations, aerospace defense firms, and aircraft component vendors.

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

The aircraft electrical connector market includes sales of circular connectors, rectangular connectors, fiber optic connectors, high-speed data connectors, power connectors, signal connectors, and modular connectors. 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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