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Airport Navigational Aids Market - Global Forecast to 2031 Now Available. Forecasts $3.53B to $4.41B, Profiles Thales, Indra, Honeywell, and 32 Other Key Players

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HON Honeywell is mentioned as a key player in the airport navigational aids market, which is projected to grow. The article does not provide specific sentiment towards Honeywell itself, but its inclusion as a key player suggests potential benefit from market growth. IDR Indra is identified as a key player in the airport navigational aids market, which is forecast to expand. The article does not provide specific sentiment for Indra, but its inclusion as a key player suggests it may benefit from the market's projected growth.

Airport Navigational Aids Market - Global Forecast to 2031 Now Available. Forecasts $3.53B to $4.41B, Profiles Thales, Indra, Honeywell, and 32 Other Key Players Dublin, July 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Airport Navigational Aids Market by Technology, Deployment, End User, and Region - Global Forecast to 2031" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Airport Navigational Aids Market to Reach USD 4.41 Billion by 2031 as Airport Modernization Accelerates

The global airport navigational aids market is estimated to be valued at USD 3.53 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 4.41 billion by 2031, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% during the forecast period.

Market growth is being supported by rising investment in airport infrastructure, air traffic management systems and airport expansion projects across multiple countries. Modernization programs at existing airports are also increasing demand for advanced airport navigation solutions. A major industry trend is the replacement of aging navigation equipment with next-generation systems designed to enhance aircraft safety, operational reliability and airport performance during low-visibility and adverse weather conditions.

Aviation authorities and airport operators are investing in technologies capable of supporting higher air traffic volumes while improving approach, landing and aircraft positioning capabilities. These initiatives are expected to sustain demand for airport navigational aids through 2031.

Vertiports and AAM Landing Facilities to Record the Highest End-User Growth

By end user, the vertiports and advanced air mobility (AAM) landing facilities segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Growth is being driven by increasing investment in AAM infrastructure and the development of urban air transportation networks.

The expanding deployment of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft is creating demand for dedicated navigation and landing systems at vertiports. Governments, airport operators and mobility providers are investing in next-generation aviation infrastructure to enable future air mobility operations, supporting new opportunities for airport navigational aid manufacturers and technology providers.

ILS/VOR-Associated DME Segment Positioned for Strong Expansion

Within the distance measuring equipment (DME) category, the instrument landing system/very high frequency omnidirectional range (ILS/VOR)-associated DME segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Adoption is increasing as airports upgrade navigation infrastructure to strengthen aircraft positioning and approach guidance. The integration of DME with ILS and VOR infrastructure remains important to airport modernization strategies requiring reliable, accurate and resilient navigation capabilities. Continued investment in navigation system upgrades is expected to support the segment's expansion.

Asia Pacific Led the Airport Navigational Aids Market in 2025

Asia Pacific accounted for the largest share of the global airport navigational aids market in 2025. The region benefits from an extensive airport network and high aircraft traffic across commercial aviation facilities.

Airport operators throughout Asia Pacific continue to upgrade navigation systems to improve flight safety and operational performance. Aviation authorities are also funding airport infrastructure modernization projects, while adoption of advanced navigational aid technologies remains strong. These developments are expected to maintain robust regional demand for navigation, approach and landing systems.

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Research Coverage

The study examines the airport navigational aids market across key segments, subsegments and geographic regions. It estimates current market size, forecast growth and revenue potential while evaluating the competitive environment. The research includes company profiles, product portfolios, recent industry developments and strategic initiatives undertaken by leading market participants.

The report supports established market leaders and new entrants with revenue estimates for the overall airport navigational aids market and its principal segments. It also enables stakeholders to assess the competitive landscape, refine market positioning and develop effective go-to-market strategies. Analysis of market dynamics covers major drivers, restraints, challenges and emerging opportunities.

Key Airport Navigational Aids Market Insights

With airport infrastructure investment rising, AAM networks advancing and aviation stakeholders prioritizing operational safety, the airport navigational aids market is positioned for steady growth through 2031. Modernization of legacy systems, greater use of GNSS-based technologies and demand for dependable performance in challenging operating conditions will remain central to market development.

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