Aircraft Exterior Lighting Market

Market Insights

The global aircraft exterior lighting market was valued at US$ 2,387.2 Mn in 2017 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2018 to 2026. Aircraft are furnished with a range of interior and exterior lights that are used for safety, direction-finding, and to improve discernibility during takeoff or while taxiing on the ground. Aircraft lighting systems are one of the key components of an aircraft. All the aircraft types are equipped with external lights of some description. The type and purpose of the exterior lighting systems of an aircraft differ in accordance with its size, role, and normal flight environment.

The exterior lights of an aircraft generally make the aircraft more visible to other aircraft, improve pilot visibility during critical phases of flight, and provide illumination for some other specific purpose. Bright aircraft external lighting means seeing and being seen in low-visibility conditions. On the outside, aircraft are equipped with an array of different lights. These lights are primarily safety lights, and most of them are required when an aircraft is flying in the dark.

Rising demand for energy-efficient lighting systems for safe navigation is driving the growth prospects of the aircraft exterior lighting market. The exterior lights of an aircraft can be used to increase situational vigilance and alert other aircraft and ground personnel to the intended movement. The pilots should consider the benefits of operating lights at all times to improve the visibility of their aircraft. Technological advancements in regard to the miniaturization of components, implementation of advanced technologies, including LED lighting systems, the implementation of smart lighting, the addition of lightweight products, and the use of energy-efficient lighting products, have encouraged airline operators to invest in advanced aircraft lighting systems for long-term benefits. As a result, the implementation of LED lights for their use in the exterior lighting of aircraft is expected to provide lucrative opportunities in the near future. Significant savings on energy and maintenance costs coupled with improved visibility and greater safety will extensively augment their demand.

Market Snapshot

Navigation lights accounted for the largest market share in 2017.

In 2017, based on product type, navigation lights exhibited the largest market share in the global aircraft exterior lighting market. The segment is expected to grow at a significant rate in the years to come. All aircraft are equipped with a steady light near the leading edge of each wingtip. Navigation lights consist of a green light on the right wing tip, a red light on the left wing tip, and a white light on the tail of an aircraft. Dual systems are often installed to provide a backup in the event of a bulb failure. The rising need for safe navigation is driving the demand for navigation lights in the aerospace industry.

Commercial aviation continues its supremacy throughout the forecast period from 2018 to 2026.

Based on aircraft type, commercial aviation dominated the aircraft exterior lighting market in 2017. The segment is projected to continue its dominance throughout the forecast period from 2018 to 2026. An upsurge in aircraft orders is one of the important factors driving the growth of this segment. The growing frequency of air travel is enhancing the demand for wide-body and large commercial aircraft, which in turn is augmenting the growth of commercial aviation. Rising passenger traffic and the need for improved lighting systems are expected to go hand in hand with the growth of commercial aviation.

North America garnered the largest market share in 2017.

The aircraft exterior lighting market, based on geography, was led by North America in 2017 and is projected to grow at a significant rate throughout the forecast period from 2018 to 2026. North America is the most profitable region in the aircraft exterior lighting market because it is a leading manufacturing hub and a pioneer in the aerospace and defense industries. The region enjoys the presence of some market giants, including Honeywell International Inc., UTC Aerospace Systems, Rockwell Collins, Inc., Heads Up Technologies, Inc., and Devore Aviation Corporation of America, among others. With soaring international investments, more aircraft deliveries, and government support, the number of distributors and suppliers of aircraft components is growing on a continuous basis at a strong rate in the region.

Competitive Insights

Major players in the aircraft exterior lighting market include Astronics Corporation, Aveo Engineering Group, s.r.o., Cobham plc, Devore Aviation Corporation of America, Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG, Heads Up Technologies Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Oxley Group, Rockwell Collins, Inc., Soderberg Manufacturing Company, Inc., UTC Aerospace Systems, Whelen Engineering Company, Inc., and Zodiac Aerospace, among others.

Aircraft exterior lighting manufacturers are upgrading aircraft lighting systems to provide more efficient and safe products. The players are adopting strategies like partnerships and new product development to obtain an upper hand and stay ahead in the market. The players are mainly focusing on implementing these strategies to cater to the needs of their customers and gain a competitive edge over other players.

For instance, in December 2017, UTC Aerospace Systems, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp., received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a set of advanced LED wing navigation lights for the Airbus A320 aircraft family. The navigation lights are mainly designed to provide customers with a convenient retrofit option that offers enhanced reliability and longevity while reducing operating and maintenance costs.

Periods of History and Forecast

The research report presents the analysis of each segment from 2016 to 2026, considering 2017 as the base year for the research. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for each of the respective segments was calculated for the forecast period from 2018 to 2026.

Report Scope by Segments

The aircraft exterior lighting market report provides market size and estimates based on market dynamics and key trends observed in the industry. The report provides a holistic view of the global aircraft exterior lighting market based on product type, aircraft type, and geography.

Key questions are answered in this report.

• What was the market size of aircraft exterior lighting in 2017 and the forecast up to 2026?
• What are the key factors driving the global aircraft exterior lighting market?
• What are the key market trends and high-growth opportunities observed in the aircraft exterior lighting market?
• What are the drivers of the aircraft exterior lighting market?
• Which is the largest regional market for aircraft exterior lighting?
• Which segment will grow at a faster pace? Why?
• Which region will drive the market’s growth? Why?
• Which players are leading the aircraft exterior lighting market?
• What are the sustainability strategies adopted by the key players operating in the market?

This report’s distinct data points

• Key trends shaping the aircraft exterior lighting market
• Qualitative and quantitative insights across different geographies and sub-geographies
• comprehensive mapping of the competitive landscape and the market participants’ behavior.
• Current and future scenarios of aircraft exterior lighting across the globe

1. Preface
1.1. Report Description
1.1.1. Purpose of the Report
1.1.2. Target Audience
1.1.3. USP and Key Offerings
1.2. Research Scope
1.3. Research Methodology
1.3.1. Phase I – Secondary Research
1.3.2. Phase II – Primary Research
1.3.3. Approach Adopted
1.3.4. Top-Down Approach
1.3.5. Bottom-Up Approach
1.3.6. Phase III – Expert Panel Review
1.3.7. Assumptions
1.4. Market Segmentation

2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Snapshot: Global AEL Market
2.2. Global AEL Market, by Product Type, 2017 (US$ Mn)
2.3. Global AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2017 (US$ Mn)
2.4. Global AEL Market, by Geography, 2017 (US$ Mn)

3. Market Dynamics
3.1. Introduction
3.1.1. Global AEL Market Value, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
3.2. Market Dynamics
3.2.1. Market Drivers
3.2.2. Market Restraints
3.3. See-Saw Analysis
3.3.1. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
3.4. Attractive Investment Proposition, by Geography, 2017
3.5. Market Positioning of Key Players, 2017
3.5.1. Major Strategies Adopted by Key Players

4. Global Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market, by Product Type , 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
4.1. Overview
4.2. Anti-collision Lights
4.3. Navigation Lights
4.4. Landing & Taxi Lights
4.5. Strobe Lights
4.6. Logo & Branding Lights
4.7. Egress & Service Lights
4.8. Wings & Engine Inspection Lights

5. Global Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.1. Overview
5.2. Commercial Aviation
5.3. Military Aviation
5.4. Business Aviation

6. North America Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.1. Overview
6.1.1. North America AEL Market Value and Growth, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
6.2. North America AEL Market Value, By Product Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.2.1. Market Analysis
6.3. North America AEL Market Value, By Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.3.1. Market Analysis
6.4. North America AEL Market Value, By Region/Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.4.1. Market Analysis
6.4.2. U.S.
6.4.3. Rest of North America

7. Europe Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
7.1. Overview
7.1.1. Europe AEL Market Value and Growth, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
7.2. Europe AEL Market Value, By Product Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
7.2.1. Market Analysis
7.3. Europe AEL Market Value, By Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
7.3.1. Market Analysis
7.4. Europe AEL Market Value, By Region/Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
7.4.1. Market Analysis
7.4.2. U.K.
7.4.3. Germany
7.4.4. France
7.4.5. Rest of Europe

8. Asia Pacific Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
8.1. Overview
8.1.1. Asia Pacific AEL Market Value and Growth, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
8.2. Asia Pacific AEL Market Value, By Product Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
8.2.1. Market Analysis
8.3. Asia Pacific AEL Market Value, By Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
8.3.1. Market Analysis
8.4. Asia Pacific AEL Market Value, By Region/Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
8.4.1. Market Analysis
8.4.2. Japan
8.4.3. China
8.4.4. India
8.4.5. Rest of Asia Pacific

9. Rest of the World Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
9.1. Overview
9.1.1. Rest of the World AEL Market Value and Growth, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
9.2. Rest of the World AEL Market Value, By Product Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
9.2.1. Market Analysis
9.3. Rest of the World AEL Market Value, By Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
9.3.1. Market Analysis
9.4. Rest of the World AEL Market Value, By Region, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
9.4.1. Market Analysis
9.4.2. Middle East & Africa
9.4.3. Latin America

10. Company Profiles
10.1. Astronics Corporation
10.2. Aveo Engineering Group, s.r.o.
10.3. Cobham plc
10.4. Devore Aviation Corporation of America
10.5. Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG
10.6. Heads Up Technologies Inc.
10.7. Honeywell International Inc.
10.8. Oxley Group
10.9. Rockwell Collins, Inc.
10.10. Soderberg Manufacturing Company, Inc.
10.11. UTC Aerospace Systems
10.12. Whelen Engineering Company, Inc.
10.13. Zodiac Aerospace

List of Figures

FIG. 1 Global Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market: Research Methodology
FIG. 2 Market Size Estimation – Top-Down and Bottom Up Approach
FIG. 3 Global AEL Market Segmentation
FIG. 4 Global AEL Market, by Product Type, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 5 Global AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 6 Global AEL Market, by Geography, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 7 Global AEL Market Value, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn) and (Y-o-Y%)
FIG. 8 See-Saw Analysis: Global AEL Market
FIG. 9 Attractive Investment Proposition, by Geography, 2017
FIG. 10 Global Market Positioning of Key Aircraft Exterior Lighting Providers, 2017
FIG. 11 Global AEL Market Value Share, by Product Type, 2017 & 2026 (Value %)
FIG. 12 Global AEL Market for Anti-collision Lights, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 13 Global AEL Market for Landing & Taxi Lights, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 14 Global AEL Market for Strobe Lights, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 15 Global AEL Market for Logo & Branding Lights, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 16 Global AEL Market for Egress & Service Lights, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 17 Global AEL Market for Wings & Engine Inspection Lights, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 18 Global AEL Market Value Share, by Aircraft Type, 2017 & 2026 (Value %)
FIG. 19 Global AEL Market for Commercial Aviation, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 20 Global AEL Market for Military Aviation, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 21 Global AEL Market for Business Aviation, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 22 North America AEL Market Value, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 23 U.S. AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 24 Rest of North America AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 25 Europe AEL Market Value, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 26 U.K. AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 27 Germany AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 28 France AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 29 Rest of Europe AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 30 Asia Pacific AEL Market Value, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 31 Japan AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 32 China AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 33 India AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 34 Rest of Asia Pacific AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 35 RoW AEL Market Value, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 36 Middle East & Africa (MEA) AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 37 Latin America AEL Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)

List of Tables

TABLE 1 Market Snapshot: Global Aircraft Exterior Lighting (AEL) Market Value
TABLE 2 Impact Indicators
TABLE 3 Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
TABLE 4 Global AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 5 Global AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 6 Global AEL Market, by Geography, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 7 North America AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 8 North America AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 9 North America AEL Market Value, by Region/Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 10 U.S. AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 11 U.S. AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 12 Rest of North America AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 13 Rest of North America AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 14 Europe AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 15 Europe AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 16 Europe AEL Market Value, by Region/Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 17 U.K. AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 18 U.K. AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 19 Germany AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 20 Germany AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 21 France AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 22 France AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 23 Rest of Europe AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 24 Rest of Europe AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 25 Asia Pacific AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 26 Asia Pacific AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 27 Asia Pacific AEL Market Value, by Region/Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 28 Japan AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 29 Japan AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 30 China AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 31 China AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 32 India AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 33 India AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 34 Rest of Asia Pacific AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 35 Rest of Asia Pacific AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 36 Rest of the World AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 37 Rest of the World AEL Market Value, by Region, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 38 Middle East & Africa AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 39 Middle East & Africa AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 40 Latin America AEL Market, by Product Type, 2016-2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 41 Latin America AEL Market, by Aircraft Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 42 Astronics Corporation: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 43 Aveo Engineering Group s.r.o..: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 44 Cobham plc: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 45 Devore Aviation Corporation of America: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 46 Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 47 Heads Up Technologies Inc.: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 48 Honeywell International Inc.: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 49 Oxley Group: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 50 Rockwell Collins, Inc.: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 51 Soderberg Manufacturing Company, Inc.: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 52 UTC Aerospace Systems: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 53 Whelen Engineering Company, Inc.: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 54 Zodiac Aerospace: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)