US Air Traffic Control Market Size
| Study Period | 2019-2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 3.62 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 5.43 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 8.41 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | North America |
| Largest Market | North America |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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US Air Traffic Control Market Analysis
The America Air Traffic Management Market size is estimated at USD 3.62 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 5.43 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 8.41% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- The growth in demand for air travel and aerial connectivity in North America and Latin America has pushed airlines to introduce new routes and increase flight movements to cater to the growing demand. This is anticipated to generate demand for new ATC solutions in the region.
- The construction of new airports and expansion and modernization plans of the existing airports in the region are anticipated to propel the demand for new air traffic management (ATM) infrastructure during the forecast period.
- However, the market is highly capital-intensive and needs proper planning to scale operations at a later stage. This renders the market vulnerable to macroeconomic factors and cyclic fluctuations in the regional economy.
- Introducing new air traffic management solutions like Remote and Virtual Towers (RVTs) and automation and blockchain technologies are expected to simplify the operations of air traffic and navigation service providers, thereby creating new market opportunities for the air traffic management market in the region. Higher deployment costs can act as a restraint for the market.
US Air Traffic Control Market Trends
Air Traffic Control Segment to Dominate Market Share during the Forecast Period
With the rapid growth in air travel, there is a significant need for new airports and terminals to support airlines' fleet expansion plans and upgrade the existing air traffic control system market in the Americas. In July 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration announced its plans to administer USD 1 billion in funds as part of the Infrastructure Law passed by the current US government. An additional USD 5 billion is scheduled to be allocated over the next few years, bringing the total allocation on civil aviation infrastructure to USD 20 billion to upgrade 85 major airports.
Several airports are replacing aging equipment with new advanced equipment to enhance the efficiency of air traffic management operations. For instance, in April 2022, Kongsberg, a leading provider of advanced and mission-critical systems, and Concord, NC, finalized their partnership agreement to modernize the air traffic control system at Concord’s regional airport. The agreement is a public-private partnership (PPP). The agreement will allow the installation and potential certification of Kongsberg’s remote tower system at the airport. These developments are expected to aid the segment’s growth.
North America to Dominate Market Share during the Forecast Period
North America currently dominates the market, and it is expected to continue its domination during the forecast period. This is mainly due to robust investments in the expansion and modernization of airports and air traffic management solutions in the airports of the United States and Canada. Factors such as a growing economy, increased affordability of air travel, and a rising middle class have contributed to a significant uptick in air passenger traffic. Air passenger traffic in the United States reached 1.04 billion in 2022. During the same period, the US airlines carried 853 million passengers, and Canada-based airlines served 107 million.
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) maintains and modernizes these facilities to ensure that they are consistent with evolving air traffic operational needs and airport expansions in the United States. It mandates dual redundancy of the system, signifying the existence of a fully operational duplicate system that kicks into operation in case of a failure in the primary system. The air traffic management providers in the region are introducing new technologies to enhance the efficiency of their operations. The modernization of airports with old and aging ATM solutions in the region is anticipated to bolster the market's growth.
US Air Traffic Control Industry Overview
The American air traffic management market is semi-consolidated, with local and international players providing various air traffic management (ATM) hardware, software, and services.
Some of the prominent players in the American air traffic management market are Indra Sistemas SA, Thales, SITA, L3Harris Technologies Inc., and RTX Corporation.
Thales and Indra Sistemas SA are major ATM manufacturers in Latin America. Thales has installed more than 170 radars and 25 air traffic control centers in Latin American countries like Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia. The companies in the region are partnering with other companies to introduce new product solutions and increase their share. Introducing new and advanced solutions for air traffic management is anticipated to help the companies increase their presence in North America and Latin America.
US Air Traffic Control Market Leaders
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SITA
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L3Harris Technologies Inc.
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RTX Corporation
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THALES
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Indra Sistemas S.A.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
US Air Traffic Control Market News
November 2023: Saab AB announced the launch of the next generation of its remote/digital tower air traffic control (ATC) systems. The i-DTS is designed for large airports.
November 2022: Indra Sistemas SA, an engineering technology company for the aerospace, defense, and mobility sectors, acquired the air traffic management line of business from within Selex ES Inc. (Leonardo Group) and is set to incorporate it into Indra Air Traffic Inc.
US Air Traffic Control Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Overview
- 4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.3 Market Restraints
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4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 Domain
- 5.1.1 Air Traffic Control
- 5.1.2 Air Traffic Flow Management
- 5.1.3 Aeronautical Information Management
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5.2 Geography
- 5.2.1 North America
- 5.2.1.1 United States
- 5.2.1.2 Canada
- 5.2.2 Latin America
- 5.2.2.1 Mexico
- 5.2.2.2 Brazil
- 5.2.2.3 Rest of Latin America
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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6.1 Company Profiles
- 6.1.1 Northrop Grumman Corporation
- 6.1.2 SITA
- 6.1.3 Honeywell International Inc.
- 6.1.4 L3Harris Technologies Inc.
- 6.1.5 RTX Corporation
- 6.1.6 Frequentis AG
- 6.1.7 Advanced Navigation and Positioning Corporation
- 6.1.8 Indra Sistemas SA
- 6.1.9 Leidos Inc.
- 6.1.10 Thales
- 6.1.11 Saab AB
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
** Subject To AvailablityUS Air Traffic Control Industry Segmentation
Air traffic management (ATM) encompasses all systems that assist aircraft in departing from an airport, transiting airspace, and landing at a destination airport. Military air traffic management (ATM) is provided to military and civil registered air systems in the airspace, jointly managed with civil ATM agencies.
The market is segmented by platform and geography. By platform, the market is segmented into air traffic control, air traffic flow management, and aeronautical information management. The report also offers the market size and forecasts for five countries across the region. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done based on value (USD).
| Domain | Air Traffic Control | |
| Air Traffic Flow Management | ||
| Aeronautical Information Management | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Geography | Latin America | Mexico |
| Brazil | ||
| Rest of Latin America |
US Air Traffic Control Market Research FAQs
How big is the America Air Traffic Management Market?
The America Air Traffic Management Market size is expected to reach USD 3.62 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 8.41% to reach USD 5.43 billion by 2029.
What is the current America Air Traffic Management Market size?
In 2024, the America Air Traffic Management Market size is expected to reach USD 3.62 billion.
Who are the key players in America Air Traffic Management Market?
SITA, L3Harris Technologies Inc., RTX Corporation, THALES and Indra Sistemas S.A. are the major companies operating in the America Air Traffic Management Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in America Air Traffic Management Market?
North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in America Air Traffic Management Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in America Air Traffic Management Market.
What years does this America Air Traffic Management Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the America Air Traffic Management Market size was estimated at USD 3.32 billion. The report covers the America Air Traffic Management Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the America Air Traffic Management Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
US Air Traffic Management Industry Report
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