Airborne Collision Avoidance System Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Type (ACAS I & TCAS I, ACAS II & TCAS II, PCAS, and FLARM), By Platform (Fixed Wing, Rotary Wing, and UAV), By Component (Processor, Mode S Transponder, Display Unit, Antenna, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

Airborne collision avoidance system refers to an aircraft system based on Secondary Surveillance Radar (SSR) transponder signals, which operates independently of ground-based equipment to provide advice to the pilot to reduce the risk of mid-air collisions or near mid-air collisions between aircraft.

The airborne collision avoidance system II is an aircraft system based on secondary surveillance radar (SSR) transponder signals. ACAS II interrogates the Mode C and Mode S transponders of nearby aircraft and, from the replies, tracks their altitude and range. It issues alerts to the pilots as appropriate. ACAS II operates autonomously from the aircraft navigation, flight management systems, and Air Traffic Control (ATC) ground systems.  At present, the sole commercially available implementations of the ICAO standard for ACAS II (Airborne Collision Avoidance System) are TCAS II version 7.1 (Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System).

The growth of the airborne collision avoidance system market is influenced by various key factors. The increasing air traffic in the commercial and private aviation sectors is driving demand for advanced ACAS technologies. The implementation of enhanced versions of ACAS across diverse aircraft types is necessitated by stringent global aviation safety regulations. The integration of advanced technologies, such as AI, machine learning, and enhanced sensors into ACAS systems is enhancing accuracy, reducing false alarms, and improving overall system performance. Additionally, the introduction of ACAS into unmanned aerial vehicles is enhancing safety measures in line with UAV operation regulations. The rapid growth of the UAV industry for applications such as delivery services, surveillance, and mapping is boosting the need for specialized collision avoidance systems, which will contribute to the overall growth of the ACAS market.

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• The report analyzes a detailed overview of the industry, including qualitative and quantitative information.


• It analyzes an overview and forecast of the airborne collision avoidance system market at the platform level.


• The report also analyzes comprehensive supply chain analysis at a global level. The market will be further distributed at regional and country levels.

Segmentation

Analysis by Platform:

By platform, the market is divided into fixed wing, rotary wing, and UAV. The fixed wing segment dominated the market due to growing air traffic across the world as a result of an increase in air passengers. The UAV segment is expected to grow over the forecast period due to growing demand for UAVs across logistics, surveillance, and agriculture.  The increase in the number of UAVs is expected to drive the demand for a better collision avoidance system.

Regional Analysis

The airborne collision avoidance system market is significantly influenced by various regions, such as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to experience a high CAGR, fueled by demand for aircraft aftermarket components. Asia Pacific is expected to lead the market due to its expanding aviation sector, rising air traffic, and aircraft fleet modernization, with significant investments in aviation infrastructure from countries, such as China and India. Europe's market dynamics are influenced by regulatory mandates for ACAS II, the surge in UAVs in commercial airspace, and increasing aircraft deliveries. The Middle East and Africa exhibit economic growth, domestic presence, and a rising number of air passengers.

Key Players Covered

The report includes the profiles of key players, such as Saab Group, Honeywell International Inc., Bae Systems PLC, Flarm Technology Ltd., Lockheed Martin Corporation, Rockwell Collins, Inc., Garmin Ltd., Qinetiq Group PLC, Thales Group, and L3 Technologies, Inc.

Key Industry Developments

• In April 2024, The Lincoln Laboratory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is working with Merlin to implement new collision avoidance technology. On April 23, the organizations announced an agreement to explore the commercialization of the Airborne Collision Avoidance System Xu on uncrewed aircraft.


• In March 2024, The Department of Budget and Management of the Philippines made the third payment, marking a milestone of the MYOA (Milestone of Yearly Obligational Authority) for the Additional Air Transport Capacity Acquisition project of the Philippine Air Force (PAF). This payment is for the purchase of three C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical transport aircraft from Lockheed Martin, scheduled to begin operations in 2026. The cockpit avionics of the C-130J-30 Super Hercules Advanced include a Ground Collision Avoidance System (GCAS), a Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), and a Terrain Warning and Avoidance System (TAWS)


• In February 2024, Honeywell Aerospace announced an investment of USD 84 million to expand its avionics manufacturing facility in Olathe, Kansas. Honeywell's avionics products include safety and flight control systems, radio frequency systems for traffic collision avoidance, radar altimeters, and weather radar.


• In November 2023, Vigilant Aerospace Systems, a provider of multi-sensor detect-and-avoid safety systems for UAVs and advanced air mobility, was awarded a contract with the U.S. Air Force to develop a detect-and-avoid system for the Air Force's new long-endurance UAV. The new Air Force initiative incorporates prior research and development undertaken by the company to address the issue of automatic self-separation and collision avoidance for unmanned aerial vehicles.


• In October 2023, SPAES successfully installed a FLARM collision avoidance system in a Bell 214 helicopter for a customer. By integrating the FLARM system into the Bell 214, SPAES has significantly enhanced the helicopter's safety profile, especially during operations in high-traffic airspace.