Attitude and Heading Reference System Market Size and Share 2034

Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market Size – By Component, By End Use- Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034

Published: Jun-2025 Report ID: AERO2510 Pages: 1 - 247 Formats*:     
Category : Aerospace and Defence
Attitude and Heading Reference System Market Introduction and Overview

According to SPER Market Research, the Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market is estimated to reach USD 1358.41 million by 2034 with a CAGR of 5.59%.

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market, including market size and trends, Interface mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. The market for attitude and heading reference systems was anticipated to reach a value of USD 1358.41 million in 2024 and is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.59% between 2025 and 2034. By improving operational efficiency, accuracy, and safety in both civil and military aircraft, the integration of Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) with avionics and control systems propels market expansion. AHRS provides accurate real-time roll, pitch, and heading data to help navigation, control systems, and other avionics components communicate effectively. Operations in difficult circumstances, such as combat situations and low-visibility situations, require this functionality. These integrated systems are essential to modern aviation platforms' ability to meet operational needs, especially for unmanned systems and helicopters.
By Component Insights:
The market for attitude and heading reference systems is divided into three segments based on component: digital processing units, magnetic sensing units, and inertial sensing units. An essential part of AHRS systems, the inertial sensing unit (ISU) measures the attitude, heading, and motion dynamics of an aircraft or vehicle. By combining MEMS and fiber-optic technology, ISU performance has improved, offering increased accuracy, reduced drift, and reliable operation in a variety of environmental circumstances. Demand for ISUs has increased because to the growth of autonomous systems, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, all of which need small and effective navigation systems.

By End Use Insights:
The market can be categorized into four segments based on their end use: unmanned vehicles, maritime, military, and commercial aviation. Since Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) components are critical for navigation, stability, and control in both combat and non-combat operations, military aviation constitutes a significant end-use segment for these systems. The increasing use of powerful fighter planes, helicopters, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) as well as the continuous modernization of the defense fleet have made the integration of high-performance AHRS systems crucial. Geopolitical tensions and investments in defense technology have sped up the acquisition of cutting-edge military aircraft, significantly growing the market.

By Regional Insights:
The market for attitude and heading reference systems in North America is anticipated to grow to a value of over USD XX million by 2034. The AHRS market is expanding significantly in North America due to advancements in autonomous, defense, and aerospace technologies. By funding military modernization initiatives, expanding the use of unmanned aerial vehicles, and implementing cutting-edge avionics equipment in both the commercial and defense sectors, the US propels this expansion. The market position is reinforced by the existing manufacturers and research projects in the region. AHRS's incorporation into cutting-edge technology like as space exploration vehicles and eVTOL aircraft highlights the region's significance in the market.


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Market Competitive Landscape:
The market for attitude and heading reference systems has experienced significant growth, especially due to technological breakthroughs and rising demand from a variety of industries, such as aerospace and defense. Some of the prominent players in Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market are Aeron Systems Private Limited, Bell Helicopter, Bestech Australia, Collins Aerospace (a Raytheon Technologies company), CTi Sensors, Honeywell International Inc., Ixblue, Inc., KVH Industries, Inc., L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Northrop Grumman Corporation.

Recent Developments:
In January 2024, Eve Air Mobility selected Honeywell to supply navigation, sensors, and lighting systems for its eVTOL aircraft. To improve efficiency and safety, Honeywell will offer improved lighting solutions, inertial reference systems, and GPS-assisted attitude and heading reference systems. These technologies complement Honeywell's emphasis on automation, the energy shift, and future aviation.
In June 2023, Safran declared that it would provide the trim actuators, APIRS attitude and heading reference system, and SkyNaute navigation system for updated Tiger helicopters. Even in GPS-denied or jammed conditions, the ultra-compact SkyNaute, which is based on Safran's unique Crystal HRG technology, delivers lightweight construction, great precision, and dependability.


Scope of the report:
 Report Metric Details
Market size available for years 2021-2034
Base year considered 2024
 Forecast period 2025-2034
Segments coveredBy Component, By End Use
Regions coveredNorth America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
Companies CoveredAeron Systems Private Limited, Bell Helicopter, Bestech Australia, Collins Aerospace (a Raytheon Technologies company), CTi Sensors, Honeywell International Inc., Ixblue, Inc., KVH Industries, Inc., L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Northrop Grumman Corporation.
Key Topics Covered in the Report:
  • Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market Size (FY 2021-FY 2034)
  • Overview of Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Segmentation of Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market by Component (Inertial sensing unit, Magnetic sensing unit, Digital processing unit)
  • Segmentation of Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market by End Use (Commercial aviation, Military aviation, Marine, Unmanned vehicle)
  • Statistical Snap of Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Expansion Analysis of Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Problems and Obstacles in Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Competitive Landscape in the Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Details on Current Investment in Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Competitive Analysis of Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Prominent Players in the Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • SWOT Analysis of Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
  • Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY 2021-FY 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. SPERs internal database
    • 2.1.4. Premium insight from KOLs
  • 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. PORTERs 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 Attitude and Heading Reference System Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Interface Type 
  • 6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Interface Launch, and Collaboration in Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market
7. Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market, By Component 2021-2034 (USD Million) 
  • 7.1. Inertial sensing unit
  • 7.2. Magnetic sensing unit
  • 7.3. Digital processing unit
8. Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market, By End Use 2021-2034 (USD Million) 
  • 8.1. Commercial aviation
  • 8.2. Military aviation
  • 8.3. Marine
  • 8.4. Unmanned vehicle
9. Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market, 2021-2034 (USD Million)
  • 9.1. Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market Size and Market Share
10. Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market, By Region, 2021-2034 (USD Million)
  • 10.1. Asia-Pacific
    • 10.1.1. Australia
    • 10.1.2. China
    • 10.1.3. India
    • 10.1.4. Japan
    • 10.1.5. South Korea
    • 10.1.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
  • 10.2. Europe
    • 10.2.1. France
    • 10.2.2. Germany
    • 10.2.3. Italy
    • 10.2.4. Spain
    • 10.2.5. United Kingdom
    • 10.2.6. Rest of Europe
  • 10.3. Middle East and Africa
    • 10.3.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 
    • 10.3.2. United Arab Emirates
    • 10.3.3. Qatar
    • 10.3.4. South Africa
    • 10.3.5. Egypt
    • 10.3.6. Morocco
    • 10.3.7. Nigeria
    • 10.3.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa
  • 10.4. North America
    • 10.4.1. Canada
    • 10.4.2. Mexico
    • 10.4.3. United States
  • 10.5. Latin America
    • 10.5.1. Argentina
    • 10.5.2. Brazil
    • 10.5.3. Rest of Latin America 
11. Company Profile
  • 11.1. Aeron Systems Private Limited
    • 11.1.1. Company details
    • 11.1.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.1.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.1.4. Recent developments
  • 11.2. Bell Helicopter
    • 11.2.1. Company details
    • 11.2.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.2.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.2.4. Recent developments
  • 11.3. Bestech Australia
    • 11.3.1. Company details
    • 11.3.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.3.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.3.4. Recent developments
  • 11.4. Collins Aerospace (a Raytheon Technologies company)
    • 11.4.1. Company details
    • 11.4.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.4.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.4.4. Recent developments
  • 11.5. CTi Sensors
    • 11.5.1. Company details
    • 11.5.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.5.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.5.4. Recent developments
  • 11.6. Honeywell International Inc.
    • 11.6.1. Company details
    • 11.6.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.6.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.6.4. Recent developments
  • 11.7. Ixblue, Inc.
    • 11.7.1. Company details
    • 11.7.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.7.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.7.4. Recent developments
  • 11.8. KVH Industries, Inc.
    • 11.8.1. Company details
    • 11.8.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.8.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.8.4. Recent developments
  • 11.9. L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
    • 11.9.1. Company details
    • 11.9.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.9.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.9.4. Recent developments
  • 11.10. Northrop Grumman Corporation
    • 11.10.1. Company details
    • 11.10.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.10.3. Interface summary 
    • 11.10.4. Recent developments
  • 11.11. Others
12. Conclusion

13. List of Abbreviations

14. Reference Links

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Report
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Attitude and Heading Reference System Market, including market size and trends, Interface mix, Applications, and supplier analysis.
Attitude and Heading Reference System Market is projected to reach USD 1358.41 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of of 5.59% during the forecast period.
Attitude and Heading Reference System Market grew in Market size from 2025. The Market is expected to reach USD 1358.41 million by 2034, at a CAGR of 5.59% during the forecast period.
Attitude and Heading Reference System Market CAGR of 5.59% during the forecast period.
Attitude and Heading Reference System Market size is USD 1358.41 million from 2025 to 2034.
Attitude and Heading Reference System Market is covered By Component, By End Use
The North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa is the highest Market share in the Attitude and Heading Reference System Market.
Aeron Systems Private Limited, Bell Helicopter, Bestech Australia, Collins Aerospace (a Raytheon Technologies company), CTi Sensors, Honeywell International Inc., Ixblue, Inc., KVH Industries, Inc., L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Northrop Grumman Corporation.
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