Aircraft Position Sensors Market Report

Attractive Opportunities

Global Demand Analysis & Sales Opportunities in Aircraft Position Sensors Market

• The annual demand for aircraft position sensors was USD 226.0 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 243.9 million in 2025, up 10.6% than the value in 2024.
• During the forecast period (2025 to 2034), the aircraft position sensors market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.5%. The annual demand will reach of USD 340.1 million in 2034.
• During 2025-2034, the aircraft position sensors industry is expected to generate a cumulative sales opportunity of USD 2996.40 million. 

High-Growth Market Segments:

• North America is expected to be the dominant region in the market over the next nine years. 
• By Aircraft type, Commercial Aircraft are expected to remain the dominant platform type in the market during the forecast period.
• By Sensors type, LDVT sensors are expected to be the dominant sensor type, and RDVT sensors are likely to grow at the fastest rate in the coming years.
• By Application type, Engine is expected to be the largest demand generator, and Flight Control Systems are likely to grow at the fastest rate in the coming years.
• By End-Use type, OE is likely to remain the dominant end-user type over the next nine years.

Market Statistics

Have a look at the sales opportunities presented by the aircraft position sensors market in terms of growth and market forecast.

Market Dynamics

Introduction:

What is an aerospace flight control system?

An aerospace flight control system is the network of components, mechanisms, and software that allows a pilot (or onboard computer in the case of autonomous aircraft) to control the direction, stability, and overall movement of an aircraft or spacecraft during flight. It translates the pilot’s control inputs, such as moving the control stick, yoke, or pedals, into physical adjustments of aerodynamic surfaces like ailerons, elevators, and rudders, or into thrust vectoring in rockets and spacecraft.

Modern flight control systems are generally classified into two types: mechanical/hydro-mechanical systems, where pilot inputs are transmitted through cables, rods, and hydraulics, and fly-by-wire systems, where electronic signals and computers process the pilot’s commands to control actuators. Advanced systems also integrate autopilot functions, stability augmentation, and flight envelope protection to improve safety, efficiency, and maneuverability.

Segment Analysis

By Aircraft Type

“Commercial aircraft lead in position sensor usage due to their high unit cost and large quantities per plane.”

• The aircraft position sensors market is segmented into commercial aircraft, general aviation, regional aircraft, military aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Commercial aircraft have the highest integration of position sensors due to their complex systems, automation requirements, and strict regulatory standards. Each aircraft requires multiple position sensors across systems like flaps, rudders, and landing gear, driving demand in both OEM and aftermarket.

By Sensor Type

“LVDT sensors are expected to dominate the market, whereas RVDT sensors are projected to witness the fastest growth in the coming years.”

• The aircraft position sensors market is subdivided according to LVDT, RVDT, and Other sensors. LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer) sensors are widely used in aircraft systems due to their durability, reliability, and accuracy, even under harsh flight conditions. Their proven track record in aviation makes them the go-to choice for many manufacturers. RVDT (Rotary Variable Differential Transformer) sensors are gaining popularity, especially in systems that require precise angular measurements like modern flight control surfaces. As newer aircraft and electric planes adopt more advanced systems, demand for these sensors is increasing quickly.

By Application Type

“The engine application is expected to drive the majority of demand, whereas flight control systems are projected to witness the fastest growth in the years ahead.”

• The market is divided based on application as engine, landing gear, wheels & brakes; flight control systems; cabin, cargo & environmental control systems (ECS); and other applications. Aircraft engines are complex and high-value components that need constant monitoring. Position sensors are essential for controlling engine parts like valves and actuators, making them the biggest application area for position sensors. With more aircraft moving toward digital control systems like fly-by-wire, the demand for accurate position sensing in control systems is growing faster. These sensors are critical for managing a plane’s stability, direction, and maneuverability.

Regional Analysis

“North America is expected to lead in demand, whereas Asia-Pacific is projected to grow at the fastest pace due to rising air travel and expanding aerospace activities.”

• North America is expected to remain the largest market for aircraft position sensors during the forecast period, with the USA serving as a key aerospace manufacturing hub due to the strong presence of aircraft and engine OEMs, raw material suppliers, and other key players. This well-established industrial base has positioned the region as a leader in the global aerospace industry. Meanwhile, the Asia-Pacific is poised for the fastest growth in the coming years, driven by increasing investments in domestic aircraft programs and the establishment of assembly plants by major OEMs across countries like China and India.

Competitive Landscape

Most of the major players compete in some of the factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the aircraft position sensors market -  

• Curtiss-Wright Corporation
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Sensata Technologies Inc.
• Parker-Hannifin Corporation (Meggitt PLC)
• Amphenol Corporation
• Ametek Inc.
• TE Connectivity Ltd.
• Moog Inc. 
• Woodward, Inc.
• Sentech, Inc.

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Recent Developments/Mergers & Acquisitions:

• In November 2024, Lufthansa Technik entered a strategic partnership with SkyFive AG to develop air-to-ground (A2G) connectivity solutions. This collaboration enables more cost-effective broadband installations on single-aisle commercial aircraft through IoT-enhanced technologies.

Report Features

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The following are the key features of the report:

• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

This report studies the market, covering a period of 15 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.

The aircraft position sensors market is segmented into the following categories. 

Aircraft Position Sensors Market, by Aircraft Type

• Commercial Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• General Aviation (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Regional Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Military Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Helicopter (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aircraft Position Sensors Market, by Sensor Type

• LVDT Sensors (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• RVDT Sensors (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Other Sensors (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aircraft Position Sensors Market, by Application Type

• Engine (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Landing Gears, Wheels & Brakes (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Flight Control Systems (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Cabin, Cargo & ECS (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Other Applications (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aircraft Position Sensors Market, by End-User Type

• OE (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)
• Aftermarket (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)

Aircraft Position Sensors Market, by Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Saudi Arabia, Brazil, and Others)

Research Methodology

• This strategic assessment report from Stratview Research provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s aircraft position sensors market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period. 
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• This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of a detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders, and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools.
• More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data.
• We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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