Aircraft Interior Lighting Market Analysis Report (2024-2034)

Market Highlights

“The global aircraft interior lighting market size was US$ 0.8 Billion in 2023 and is likely to grow at a decent CAGR of 3.5 % in the long run to reach US$ 1.2 Billion in 2034.”

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Market Dynamics

Lighting systems have become increasingly essential in aircraft design, evolving far beyond simple illumination. Modern lighting is integral to enhancing the passenger experience, with airlines strategically using lighting to create ambiance, support mood lighting, and improve comfort during flights. Today’s aircraft interiors utilize advanced LED lighting that can change colors, and brightness, and even adjust to different time zones to reduce jet lag.

The largest demand for lighting in aircraft interiors is seen in the cabin, where a variety of lighting solutions, such as overhead, seat, and aisle lights, add to the ambiance and safety. Cockpit lighting also plays a crucial role, enabling pilots to adjust the brightness for optimal visibility and comfort. These advancements reflect a broader industry trend prioritizing passenger satisfaction and personalization, with lighting as a versatile tool to elevate the in-flight experience.

The aerospace industry faced significant challenges from 2019 to 2022, with events like the grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX, the COVID-19 pandemic, halted Boeing 787 deliveries, and disruptions from the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. These events collectively strained the entire aerospace value chain, leading to reduced aircraft production and lowered demand across industries.

Recent Market JVs and Acquisitions:

A huge number of strategic alliances including M&As, JVs, etc. have been performed over the past few years:

• In 2022, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines recently awarded a contract to STG Aerospace to enhance their aircraft interiors with STG’s latest safe-Tglo (SSUL-X) emergency floor path marking system. KLM chose STG's unique, compact 18mm solution in a daylight blue color, aligning with the airline's cabin aesthetics and branding. This upgrade not only reinforces safety but also adds a distinct visual element that complements KLM’s cabin design.

Segments Analysis

By Aircraft Type

“Narrow-body aircraft are anticipated to drive demand for the aircraft interior lighting market, whereas Wide-body aircraft are expected to experience the fastest growth rate in the coming years.”

The aircraft interior lighting market is segmented into narrow-body aircraft, wide-body aircraft, helicopters, military aircraft, regional aircraft, and business jets. Narrow-body aircraft are projected to lead the aircraft lighting market during the forecast period. Demand is driven by factors like the introduction of long-range, single-aisle models (such as the Airbus A321XLR), faster post-pandemic recovery of narrow-body fleets, and anticipated entries of new aircraft programs like the COMAC C919 and Irkut MC-21. While supply chain challenges and geopolitical tensions may impact production timelines, the overall outlook remains optimistic. This segment’s growth is bolstered by increasing requirements for advanced lighting solutions to enhance passenger experience and meet evolving regulatory standards for efficiency and safety.

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By Product Type

“LEDs are anticipated to be the largest demand generator of the aircraft interior lighting market and are expected to witness the fastest growth in the coming years.”

The market is segmented into LED, fluorescent, and other product types. The LED segment is anticipated to be both the dominant and fastest-growing lighting product in the aircraft market over the forecast period. LEDs offer substantial advantages over traditional incandescent bulbs, including greater energy efficiency, as they consume significantly less power, which helps reduce the energy load on the aircraft's systems during flights. Additionally, LEDs provide brighter illumination and have long lifespans, with Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of up to 10,000 hours or approximately 10 years. This durability reduces maintenance needs, which is highly advantageous for airlines focused on minimizing operational costs and enhancing sustainability.

By Lighting Type

“Cabin lights are expected to maintain their dominance during the forecast period and are likely to be the faster-growing category during the same period.”

The market is segmented into cabin lights (ambient, seat & stowage lights, signage lights, reading lights, and others) and cockpit lights. Ambient, seat, and stowage lights are expected to remain the most dominating segment of the market during the forecast period due to the increasing use of different interior lights for a beautiful aesthetic appearance like colorful mood lights with innovative LED lighting products. Reading lights are expected to be the fastest-growing segment in the market in the foreseen years.

By End-User Type

“OE is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period and is likely to be the faster-growing end-user during the same period.”

The market is segmented into OE and Aftermarket. The OE (original equipment) segment is expected to maintain its leading position and show the fastest growth over the forecast period. This growth trajectory is supported by increased production rates and high demand for newly manufactured aircraft equipped with advanced interior systems and lighting solutions.

Regional Analysis

"North America accounted for the largest market share."

The market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World. North America is anticipated to hold the top spot in the aircraft interior lighting market. With the presence of small- to large-sized OEMs, this region is the industrial hub for the aerospace & defense industry. Most players have assembly and production facilities in North America. Additionally, some significant interior lighting manufacturers, such as Collins Aerospace, Astronics, and Honeywell, are present in the region to assist OEMs in the creation of cutting-edge products to meet the airlines’ criteria.

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Key Players

The aircraft interior lighting market is moderately consolidated, with several big players around the globe. The top industry players frequently use a variety of strategies to support the expansion of the market and deliver their products to almost all OEMs worldwide. The value chain includes lighting component manufacturers, aircraft lighting vendors, tier players, aircraft OEMs, airlines, aircraft leasing companies, and MRO companies. The following are the key players in the aircraft interior lighting market (arranged alphabetically).

• Astronics Corporation
• Cobham Plc.
• Collins Aerospace
• Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG
• FACC AG.
• Honeywell Aerospace
• Luminator Technology Group
• Safran S.A.
• Schott AG
• Soderberg Manufacturing Company, Inc.

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

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Research Methodology

?This strategic assessment report from Stratview Research provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s aircraft interior lighting market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period of 2024 to 2034. The report segments and analyses the market in the most detailed manner to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as in formulating growth strategies to expedite their growth process.

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.

Report Features

This report provides market intelligence most comprehensively. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into market dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for existing market players as well as those willing to enter the market.

What Deliverables Will You Get in this Report?

The aircraft interior lighting market is segmented into the following categories. 

By Aircraft Type

• Narrow-body aircraft
• Wide-body Aircraft
• Helicopter
• Military Aircraft
• Regional Aircraft
• Business Jets

By Lighting Type

• Cabin Lights
  • Ambient, Seat, and Stowage Lighting
  • Signage Light
  • Reading Lights
  • Other Interior Lights
• Cockpit Lights

By Product Type

• LED
• Fluorescent
• Others

By End-User Type

• OE
• Aftermarket

By Furnished Equipment Type

• BFE
• SFE

By Region

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

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