Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market - By Type (ACAS I & TCAS I, ACAS II & TCAS II, Portable Collision Avoidance System (PCAS), FLARM), By Component, By End Use, By Sales Channel & Forecast, 2024 – 2032

Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market Size

Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market was valued at over USD 1.1 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of around 5% between 2024 and 2032.
 

Airborne collision avoidance system is an aviation safety technology used in aircraft to detect and prevent potential collisions with other aircraft. It operates by exchanging data between aircraft, providing pilots with advisories to avoid mid-air collisions. The system uses transponder signals to calculate potential conflicts, offering resolution advisories to pilots for evasive action and enhancing air safety in crowded airspace. With the rapid expansion of the UAV industry for various applications, such as delivery services, surveillance, and mapping, the need for collision avoidance technology to ensure airspace safety has intensified. ACAS integration into UAVs enhances their safety, driving market growth as regulations increasingly mandate such safety measures for UAV operations.
 

For instance, in July 2022, Iris Automation and Sagetech Avionics partnered to offer a comprehensive air risk mitigation solution to move the UAV industry one step closer to future BVLOS flight.
 

Integrating airborne collision avoidance systems (ACAS) with existing air traffic control (ATC) systems presents challenges due to differing technologies and protocols. Achieving seamless communication and data exchange between ACAS & diverse ATC systems globally requires standardization efforts. Compatibility issues and the need for synchronized protocols pose hurdles. Ensuring efficient integration without disrupting ATC operations demands collaborative efforts among stakeholders along with careful technological alignment.
 

Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market Trends

The evolution of airborne collision avoidance systems entails incorporating advanced technologies, such as AI, ML & enhanced sensors, to improve accuracy and reduce false alarms. Globally, stringent aviation safety regulations are driving demand for upgraded ACAS versions, promoting adoption across a wide range of aircraft types. This dual approach, which combines technological advancements with regulatory compliance, is propelling the aviation industry toward safer, more efficient collision avoidance systems.
 

Rising air traffic in emerging markets is spurring the adoption of ACAS to meet safety and international aviation standards. Concurrently, the rise of autonomous aviation and UAVs is propelling the development of specialized collision avoidance systems for these platforms, bolstering the growing drone industry. This dual emphasis on accommodating increased air traffic safety in emerging markets while tailoring solutions for autonomous vehicles reflects the dynamic evolution of these systems to address diverse aviation segments while also advancing safety standards.
 

Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market Analysis

Based on type, the market is segmented into ACAS I & TCAS I, ACAS II & TCAS II, Portable Collision Avoidance System (PCAS), and FLARM. The ACAS I & TCAS I segment dominated the global market with a share of over 35% in 2023.
 

• Airborne Collision Avoidance Systems (ACAS I) and Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS I) represent specific types of collision avoidance technologies designed for different aircraft categories. TCAS I is typically installed in smaller aircraft, offering basic traffic advisory capabilities to alert pilots about nearby traffic and potential collision threats.
   
• With a greater emphasis on safety standards, even in smaller aircraft operations, the demand for basic collision avoidance systems, such as TCAS I, is expected to rise. ACAS I and TCAS I offer basic collision avoidance capabilities, becoming essential for smaller aircraft or those operating in regions without radar coverage. Their cost-effectiveness and compliance with regulatory requirements position them for growth, enhancing airspace safety amidst rising air traffic densities.
   

Based on end use, the market is divided into fixed wing, rotary wing, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of over 6.5% through 2032.

• The increasing use of UAVs in various industries, such as logistics, agriculture, surveillance, and entertainment, is a major factor propelling segment growth. As UAVs have become more common and diverse in their applications, the demand for robust collision avoidance systems designed specifically for these unmanned platforms grows. Airborne collision avoidance systems for UAVs reduce collision risks, allowing for safer integration into airspace systems.
   
• As regulations evolve to accommodate the proliferation of UAVs in commercial & industrial settings, the demand for sophisticated and dependable collision avoidance systems for these unmanned vehicles is expected to surge. This increase in the end use of UAVs represents a significant market opportunity, spurring the innovation and development of specialized collision avoidance solutions for UAVs.
   

North America airborne collision avoidance system market held a share of over 35% in 2023 and is expected to grow at a lucrative pace. The region's growing aviation industry, combined with stringent safety regulations, drives demand for advanced ACAS technologies. The increased use of collision avoidance systems is being driven by the increased air traffic, particularly in the commercial and private aviation sectors. Furthermore, the emphasis on integrating innovative technologies as well as the presence of key industry players investing in R&D is propelling the growth trajectory of ACAS solutions in North America.
 

Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market Share

Players operating in the airborne collision avoidance system industry focus on implementing different growth strategies to strengthen their offerings and expand their market reach. These strategies involve new product development & launches, partnerships & collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and customer retention. Players also heavily invest in R&D to introduce innovative and technologically advanced solutions.
 

Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market Companies

Major players operating in this industry are:

• Honeywell International Inc.
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• BAE Systems Plc
• L3 Technologies, Inc.
• Saab Group
• Rockwell Collins Inc.
• Garmin Ltd.
   

Airborne Collision Avoidance System Industry News

• In November 2022, L3Harris Technologies selected G3000 tandem integrated flight deck (by Garmin Ltd.) as part of a U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Armed Overwatch program contract.
   
• In February 2021, The European Commission, with Saab as leading partner, selected the European Detect and Avoid System (EUDAAS) consortium, developed for large military Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) within the European Defence Industrial Development Programme.
   

The airborne collision avoidance system market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue (USD Million) from 2018 to 2032 for the following segments:

Market, By Type

• ACAS I & TCAS I
• ACAS II & TCAS II
• Portable Collision Avoidance System (PCAS)
• FLARM

Market, By Component

• Processor
• Mode S & C Transponder
• Display Unit

Market, By End Use

• Fixed Wing
• Rotary Wing
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

Market, By Sales Channel

• Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
• Aftermarket

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • ANZ
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• MEA
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • Rest of MEA