Airborne Radars Market Size, Share, Growth, Industry Report and Investment Opportunities 2034

Airborne Radars Market Growth, Size, Trends Analysis - By Component, By Mode, By Dimension, By Range, By Frequency Band, By Installation Type, By Application, By Technology - Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034

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Published: May-2025	Report ID: SEMI2522	Pages: 1 - 244	Formats^*:
Category : Semiconductor and Electronics

Airborne Radars Market Introduction and Overview

According to SPER Market Research, the Global Airborne Radars Market is estimated to reach USD 29.68 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 9.87%.

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Airborne Radars Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. The market for airborne radar is developing as a result of rising defense spending, radar technology improvements, and rising surveillance and reconnaissance needs. These radars, which offer real-time tracking, threat identification, and navigation support, are essential to national security, commercial aviation, and the military. The necessity for weather and air traffic control radars, the integration of AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) technology, and the growing requirement for updated aircraft systems are some of the main motivators. However, obstacles including expensive research costs, strict regulations, and congestion in the electromagnetic spectrum can prevent the market from growing. It is anticipated that ongoing innovation and defense modernization initiatives would propel the industry ahead in spite of these challenges.

By Component Insights

Airborne Radars is classified into six categories: Antennas, Receivers, Processors, Transmitters, Graphical User Interfaces and Stabilization Systems. The market leader in terms of components was the antennas section. The development of electronically scanned arrays (ESAs) and phased-array antennas greatly improved the performance of airborne radar systems. Over the course of the forecast period, the graphical user interfaces (GUI) segment is expected to grow at the quickest rate. The requirement for greater situational awareness is the reason for the segment's rise.

By Mode Insights

The market for Airborne Radars is segmented based on Mode, including Air-to-Ground, Air-to-Air, Air-to-Sea. The market was dominated by the air-to-ground segment based on mode. The air-to-ground segment is further driven by the growing demand for integrated multi-role aircraft. Over the course of the forecast period, the air-to-air segment is anticipated to see the quickest CAGR. The air-to-air category is further driven by the growing focus on fifth-generation fighter aircraft.

By Dimension Insights

The market for Airborne Radars is segmented based on Dimension, including 2D, 3D, 4D. The market leader with the most revenue share, according to dimension, was the 2D segment. 2D radar technology is used in the civilian sector for maritime surveillance and air traffic control (ATC). Over the course of the forecast period, the 3D segment is anticipated to grow at the fastest rate. 3D radar technology is used extensively in the military for target tracking, early warning, and air defense.

By Range Insights

The market for Airborne Radars is segmented based on Range, including Long Range, Medium Range, Short Range and Very Short Range. The market was dominated by the long-range sector based on range. The need for long-range radar systems is also influenced by the increasing requirement for monitoring and early warning in the face of new security threats. The fastest CAGR is predicted for the medium-range sector. Medium-range radar systems are adaptable for a range of military and commercial purposes since they are made to offer sufficient surveillance capabilities within a modest range.

By Frequency Band Insights

The market for Airborne Radars is segmented based on Frequency Band, including X-band, C-band, KU-band, S-band, HF/VHF/UHF, KA-band, Multi-band and L-band. The market was dominated by the X-band segment based on frequency band. The X-band's importance is further increased by its benefits in weather penetration. Throughout the projected period, the multi-band airborne radar is anticipated to see the quickest CAGR. Multi-band radar systems are becoming more popular because to their increased resistance to electronic countermeasures (ECM).

By Installation Type Insights

The market for Airborne Radars is segmented based on Installation Type, including New Installation, Retrofit. The retrofit category dominated the market based on the kind of installation. Improving cyber security is becoming more and more significant in the retrofit market. Over the course of the forecast period, the new installation sector is anticipated to grow at the fastest rate. Through encouraging the deployment of cutting-edge radar systems throughout military aircraft fleets, government initiatives and defense modernization programs support the new installation segment.

By Application Insights

The market for Airborne Radars is segmented based on Applications, including Defense and Military, Commercial and Business. The market was dominated by the commercial and business segment based on application. Using radar technology in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for corporate and commercial purposes is another important motivator. The military and defense sector is anticipated to grow at the quickest rate. The need for sophisticated radar systems in the military and defense sectors is greatly influenced by new security threats and global geopolitical dynamics.

By Technology Insights

The market for Airborne Radars is divided based on Technology, including Active Electronically Scanned Array, Software-Defined Radar, Synthetic Aperture Radar, Digital Beam forming, Multistatic Radar Systems and Low Probability of Intercept. The market was dominated by the active electronically scanned array (AESA) segment based on technology. AESA radar technology is very beneficial to the military, particularly for air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. The fastest CAGR is anticipated in the digital beam forming segment. The deployment of digital beam forming technology is influenced by the emergence of network-centric warfare and the requirement for interoperability across various defense systems.

By Regional Insights

The market for airborne radars was controlled by North America. The market expansion in North America is fuelled in part by the rising need for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), and border surveillance capabilities. Radar systems with long-range detection, tracking, and identification capabilities are purchased in response to the necessity of monitoring large territorial borders, coastal regions, and maritime domains.

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Market Competitive Landscape

The businesses respond to the rising need for sophisticated military and surveillance systems by constantly innovating to improve radar capabilities. Rapid technical development and strategic partnerships to keep a competitive edge define the market. Some of the key market players are Lockheed Martin Corporation, Thales, Leonardo S.p.A.., Honeywell Aerospace, L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Elbit Systems Ltd., Israel Aerospace Industries, Indra, Telephonics Corporation and OPTIMARE Systems GmbH, Echodyne Corp.

Recent Developments:

In January 2024, Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin Corporation worked jointly to provide the 75th APY-9 radar to the U.S. Navyâ€™s E-2D Advanced Hawkeye. The APY-9 radar system from Lockheed Martin is installed on the more current version of the Advanced Hawkeye. The Northrop Grumman-built E-2 is incredibly adept at together monitoring the air, land, and water.

In June 2023, Leonardo SpA and Hanwha Systems Co. cooperated to create an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar specifically for light fighter jets. This partnership represents Hanwha Systems' strategic goal to work with Leonardo to develop AESA radar systems for fighter aircraft. A vital component of next-generation combat aircraft, the AESA radar is essential for finding and tracking targets both on the ground and in the air.

Scope of the report:

Report Metric	Details
Market size available for years	2021-2034
Base year considered	2024
Forecast period	2025-2034
Segments covered	By Component, By Mode, By Dimension, By Range, By Frequency Band, By Installation
Regions covered	North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
Companies Covered	Lockheed Martin Corporation, Thales, Leonardo S.p.A.., Honeywell Aerospace, L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Elbit Systems Ltd., Israel Aerospace Industries, Indra, Telephonics Corporation, OPTIMARE Systems GmbH, Echodyne Corp.

Key Topics Covered in the Report

Global Airborne Radars Market Size (FYâ€™2021-FYâ€™2034)
Overview of Global Airborne Radars Market
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Component (Antennas, Receivers, Processors, Transmitters, Graphical User Interfaces, Stabilization Systems)
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Mode (Air-to-Ground, Air-to-Air, Air-to-Sea)
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Dimension (2D, 3D, 4D)
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Range (Long Range, Medium Range, Short Range, Very Short Range)
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Frequency Band (X-band, C-band, KU-band, S-band, HF/VHF/UHF, KA-band, Multi-band, L-band)
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Installation Type (New Installation, Retrofit)
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Application (Defense and Military, Commercial and Business)
Segmentation of Global Airborne Radars Market By Technology (Active Electronically Scanned Array, Software-Defined Radar, Synthetic Aperture Radar, Digital Beam forming, Multistatic Radar Systems, Low Probability of Intercept)
Statistical Snap of Global Airborne Radars Market
Expansion Analysis of Global Airborne Radars Market
Problems and Obstacles in Global Airborne Radars Market
Competitive Landscape in the Global Airborne Radars Market
Details on Current Investment in Global Airborne Radars Market
Competitive Analysis of Global Airborne Radars Market
Prominent Players in the Global Airborne Radars Market
SWOT Analysis of Global Airborne Radars Market
Global Airborne Radars Market Future Outlook and Projections (FYâ€™2025-FYâ€™2034)
Recommendations from Analyst

1. Introduction

1.1. Scope of the report

1.2. Market segment analysis

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Research data source

2.1.1. Secondary Data

2.1.2. Primary Data

2.1.3. SPERâ€™s internal database

2.1.4. Premium insight from KOLâ€™s

2.2. Market size estimation

2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach

2.3. Data triangulation

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Dynamics

4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis

4.1.1. Drivers

4.1.2. Restraints

4.1.3. Opportunities

4.1.4. Challenges

5. Market variable and outlook

5.1. SWOT Analysis

5.1.1. Strengths

5.1.2. Weaknesses

5.1.3. Opportunities

5.1.4. Threats

5.2. PESTEL Analysis

5.2.1. Political Landscape

5.2.2. Economic Landscape

5.2.3. Social Landscape

5.2.4. Technological Landscape

5.2.5. Environmental Landscape

5.2.6. Legal Landscape

5.3. PORTERâ€™s Five Forces

5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers

5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers

5.3.3. Threat of Substitute

5.3.4. Threat of new entrant

5.3.5. Competitive rivalry

5.4. Heat Map Analysis

6. Competitive Landscape

6.1. Global Airborne Radars Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type

6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Airborne Radars Market

7. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Component 2021-2034 (USD Million)

7.1. Antennas

7.2. Receivers

7.3. Processors

7.4. Transmitters

7.5. Graphical User Interfaces

7.6. Stabilization Systems

8. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Mode 2021-2034 (USD Million)

8.1. Air-to-Ground

8.2. Air-to-Air

8.3. Air-to-Sea

9. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Dimension 2021-2034 (USD Million)

9.1. 2D

9.2. 3D

9.3. 4D

10. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Range 2021-2034 (USD Million)

10.1. Long Range

10.2. Medium Range

10.3. Short Range

10.4. Very Short Range

11. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Frequency Band 2021-2034 (USD Million)

11.1. X-band

11.2. C-band

11.3. KU-band

11.4. S-band

11.5. HF/VHF/UHF

11.6. KA-band

11.7. Multi-band

11.8. L-band

12. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Installation Type 2021-2034 (USD Million)

12.1. New Installation

12.2. Retrofit

13. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Application 2021-2034 (USD Million)

13.1. Defense and Military

13.1.1. Combat Aircraft

13.1.2. Special Mission

13.1.3. Transport Aircraft

13.1.4. Helicopters

13.1.5. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

13.1.6. Aerostats

13.2. Commercial and Business

13.2.1. Body Aircraft

13.2.2. Wide Body Aircraft

13.2.3. Jets

13.2.4. Helicopters

13.2.5. Urban Air Mobility (UAM)

13.2.6. Aerostats

14. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Technology 2021-2034 (USD Million)

14.1. Active Electronically Scanned Array

14.2. Software-Defined Radar

14.3. Synthetic Aperture Radar

14.4. Digital Beam forming

14.5. Multistatic Radar Systems

14.6. Low Probability of Intercept

15. Global Airborne Radars Market, 2021-2034 (USD Million)

15.1. Global Airborne Radars Market Size and Market Share

16. Global Airborne Radars Market, By Region, 2021-2034 (USD Million)

16.1. Asia-Pacific

16.1.1. Australia

16.1.2. China

16.1.3. India

16.1.4. Japan

16.1.5. South Korea

16.1.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific

16.2. Europe

16.2.1. France

16.2.2. Germany

16.2.3. Italy

16.2.4. Spain

16.2.5. United Kingdom

16.2.6. Rest of Europe

16.3. Middle East and Africa

16.3.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

16.3.2. United Arab Emirates

16.3.3. Qatar

16.3.4. South Africa

16.3.5. Egypt

16.3.6. Morocco

16.3.7. Nigeria

16.3.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa

16.4. North America

16.4.1. Canada

16.4.2. Mexico

16.4.3. United States

16.5. Latin America

16.5.1. Argentina

16.5.2. Brazil

16.5.3. Rest of Latin America

17. Company Profile

17.1. Echodyne Corp.

17.1.1. Company details

17.1.2. Financial outlook

17.1.3. Product summary

17.1.4. Recent developments

17.2. Elbit Systems Ltd.

17.2.1. Company details

17.2.2. Financial outlook

17.2.3. Product summary

17.2.4. Recent developments

17.3. Hensoldt

17.3.1. Company details

17.3.2. Financial outlook

17.3.3. Product summary

17.3.4. Recent developments

17.4. Honeywell Aerospace

17.4.1. Company details

17.4.2. Financial outlook

17.4.3. Product summary

17.4.4. Recent developments

17.5. Israel Aerospace Industries

17.5.1. Company details

17.5.2. Financial outlook

17.5.3. Product summary

17.5.4. Recent developments

17.6. Leonardo S.p.A.

17.6.1. Company details

17.6.2. Financial outlook

17.6.3. Product summary

17.6.4. Recent developments

17.7. Lockheed Martin Corporation

17.7.1. Company details

17.7.2. Financial outlook

17.7.3. Product summary

17.7.4. Recent developments

17.8. L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

17.8.1. Company details

17.8.2. Financial outlook

17.8.3. Product summary

17.8.4. Recent developments

17.9. OPTIMARE Systems GmbH

17.9.1. Company details

17.9.2. Financial outlook

17.9.3. Product summary

17.9.4. Recent developments

17.10. Telephonics Corporation

17.10.1. Company details

17.10.2. Financial outlook

17.10.3. Product summary

17.10.4. Recent developments

17.11. Others

18. Conclusion

19. List of Abbreviations

20. Reference Links

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The report is based on in-depth qualitative and quantitative analysis of the Product Market. The quantitative analysis involves the application of various projection and sampling techniques. The qualitative analysis involves primary interviews, surveys, and vendor briefings. The data gathered as a result of these processes are validated through experts opinion. Our research methodology entails an ideal mixture of primary and secondary initiatives.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Report

How big is the Airborne Radars Market?

Airborne Radars Market is projected to reach USD 29.68 by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 9.87% during the forecast period.

What is the growth rate of the Airborne Radars Market?

Airborne Radars Market size from 2025. The Market is expected to reach USD 29.68 by 2034, at a CAGR of 9.87% during the forecast period.

What is the anticipated CAGR of the Airborne Radars Market

Airborne Radars Market CAGR of 9.87% during the forecast period.

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What is the Market size of the Airborne Radars Market?

Airborne Radars Market size is USD 29.68 from 2025 to 2034.

Which segment is expected to the Airborne Radars Market?

Airborne Radars Market covered By Component, By Mode, By Dimension, By Range, By Frequency Band, By Installation

Which region is expected to have the highest Market share in the Airborne Radars Market ?

The North America is anticipated to have the highest Market share in the Airborne Radars Market .

Who are the key players in the Airborne Radars Market ?

" Lockheed Martin Corporation, Thales, Leonardo S.p.A.., Honeywell Aerospace, L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Elbit Systems Ltd., Israel Aerospace Industries, Indra, Telephonics Corporation, OPTIMARE Systems GmbH, Echodyne Corp."

What is the conclusion of the Airborne Radars Market ?

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Airborne Radars Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis