Commercial Aircraft In-seat Power System Market

Commercial aircraft in-seat power system market size & growth 2022 - 2027:

The commercial aircraft in-seat power system market was worth US$ 52.9 billion in 2022, and it is estimated to reach a valuation of US$ 63.5 billion by the end of 2027, expanding at an annual growth rate of 3.73% between 2022 and 2027.

The commercial in-seat power systems are the power units installed behind the sidewalls or underfloor panels of the aircraft. The in-seat powers system facilitate passenger to use and charge their electronic gadgets like smartphones, laptops, tablets, Mp3 player during travel. The in-seat power system facilities in now available in all seating classes such as Economy Class, Premium Economy, Business Class, and 1st Class. The economy class segment dominates the market to increase passenger traffic in the economy class. The Narrow-body aircraft is dominating the market due to its efficiency in long-haul routes and consuming fewer fuels, making it cost-effective. Due to less time and cost-effectiveness, the passengers will opt for these flights, which will boost the demand for an in-seat power system.

The increasing passenger traffic in economy class and increasing adoption of communication & entertainment devices compels the airline service provider to modernize the flight cabins and provide the power supply facility to charge their devices and enhance their traveling experience. Owing to these reasons, the passenger traffic with smart gadgets drives the growth of this market in the forecast period between 2022 and 2022.

In North America, the United States is the largest market of commercial aircraft in-seat power systems due to the strong economy and high disposable income of the passenger. However, Asia-Pacific is expected to account for the large share in the forecast period due to growing passenger traffic in this region. In addition, China is expected to become the largest market in this region due to growing middle-class passenger traffic and government investment in up-gradation of existing flights and procurement of new flights increases the demand for in-seat power systems for modernization of existing and new flights, which in turn propel the growth of commercial aircraft in-seat power system market.

Market Drivers:

The driving force of the commercial aircraft in-seat power system market is a significant rise in passenger traffic, especially in economy class. In addition, the number of passenger in the economy class is increasing due to the increasing population and income of the middle class, which further increase the demand for economy class. With the growing demand, all the airlines worldwide are modernizing their economy cabins interior (including in-set power system) to enhance the passenger experience. 

The increasing usage of personal gadgets in flights, such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, MP3 players, etc., and increasing demand of bringing your device concept driving the need for an in-seat power system for facilitating passengers to charge their electronic gadgets. Earlier onboard power outlets facilities were only for business and 1st class passengers. Still, now passenger every class travel with some of the electronic devices like smartphones compels the airline's service providers to modernize their airline cabins with an in-seat power system, which fuels the growth of the in-seat power system market.

Several countries around the globe are increasing their spending on modernizing their commercial and military aircraft by adding an in-seat power system feature, which drives the demand for an in-seat power system in the market.

Market Restraints:

The major restraint of commercial aircraft in-seat power system market is rapid technological change and high initial and maintenance cost of in-seat power system installation, restricts the service providers to quickly invest on modernizing the aircraft which hamper the growth of the market future.

Recent Developments:

In August 2021, Astronic Corporation and Aerotec came into a cooperative agreement. This agreement has provided both companies opportunities to offer their greatest breadth of new technologies, applications, and modifications required EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) and FAA (U.S Federal Aviation Administration) certifications to the marketplace.

In May 2021, Astronic Corporation (a leading provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense, and other critical mission) had announced the launch of its new product EmPower. It is an anti-microbial in-seat power system outlet unit that is produced and available as an anti-microbial product by using the latest technology to introduce an Anti-Microbial formulation. 

Market Segmentation:

Commercial aircraft in-seat power system market By seating class:

• Economy Class

• Premium Economy Class

• Business Class

• First Class

Based on seating class, the global commercial aircraft in-seat power system market is segmented into Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class. The economy class is expected to dominate the market with the highest CAGR among other seating classes. In addition, the economy class holds the largest number of seats for any airline fleet. With the increasing middle-class population worldwide, the demand for the economy class has increased significantly in the last few years.

Commercial aircraft in-seat power system market By Aircraft Type:

• Narrow-body

• Widebody

• Very-Large Aircraft

• Regional Transport Aircraft

• Fighter Jet

• Helicopter

• Others

Based on aircraft type, the global commercial aircraft in-seat power system market is segmented into Narrowbody, Widebody, Very-Large Aircraft, Regional Transport Aircraft, Fighter Jet, Helicopter, and Others. Narrowbody aircraft is expected to dominate the market in the forecast period between 2022 and 2027 as it offers increased range and efficiency in long-haul routes and reduces fuel costs.

Commercial aircraft in-seat power system market By Application:

• B2B

• B2C

The global commercial aircraft in-seat power system market is segmented into B2B and B2C based on application. However, B2C is dominating the market due to increasing passenger traffic.

Regional Analysis:

The Global Commercial aircraft in-seat power system Market has been categorized into four regions:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

North America accounts for the largest market of global commercial aircraft in-seat power systems due to the increasing adoption of advanced technology. The presence of large players in North America is likely to create ample opportunities for the market.

Asia-Pacific is expected to have the highest demand for commercial in-seat power system market during the forecast period is due to increasing passenger traffic in this region. The increasing orders and deliveries of new aircraft and up-gradation and modernization of seats and equipment in existing aircraft to complement the services provided to onboard passengers propel the global commercial aircraft in-seat power system market growth. China is expected to become the largest aviation in the near future market due to the increasing middle-class population and governmental support in this sector, which boosts the growth of the commercial-in-seat power system market in the period between 2022 and 2027.

Europe is also expected to be an emerging market for commercial in-seat power systems during the forecast period. The United Kingdom has some of the busiest airports in Europe like London Heathrow airport, Gatwick airport, Manchester airport, etc. In addition, the government is heavily investing in the commercial and modernization of their military fighter jet, which leads to an increase in the demand for commercial in-seat power systems in the market.

Leading Company:

Astronics Corporation holds the largest share by providing seat power systems to the major key players like Boeing, Airbus, etc.

Covid-19 Impact on Global Commercial aircraft in-seat power system Market: 

The COVID-19 outbreak has significantly impacted the Global Commercial aircraft in-seat power system Market. Several airlines worldwide have faced impending losses and liquidity crises due to travel restrictions during a pandemic, which in turn led to postponing or cancellation of new deliveries and cabin refit initiatives. Due to a halt in order and deliveries of projects, the demand for a seat in the power system has reduced. The pandemic also impacted production sites all through the aerospace supply chain. Major aircraft OEMs have reduced their production rate to adjust the demand for new aircraft. 

Key Players:

Some of the leading companies operating in the Global Commercial aircraft in-seat power system Market are:

• AAR
• Astrodyne TDI
• Astronics Corporation
• GVH Aerospace Ltd.
• Imagik International Corp
• INFLIGHT CANADA
• InFlight Peripherals Ltd.
• KID-Systeme GmbH
• Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.