Market Insights
"The global aircraft lightning protection market size was estimated at USD 4.13 billion in 2021 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 7.12% during 2022-2028 to reach USD 6.74 billion in 2028."

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Aircraft Lightning Protection is mainly a layer added to the aircraft's exterior body that helps in withstanding lightning. The metal skin though protects the aircraft against electromagnetic energy entrance, but it does not prevent it all. Aircraft Lightning Protection is an application a test service, lightning detection & warning, and lightning protection.
Aircraft Lightning Protection Market Report Overview
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Market Size in 2021
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USD 4.13 billion
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Market Size in 2028
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USD 6.74 billion
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Market Growth (2022-2028)
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7.12% CAGR
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Base Year of Study
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2021
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Trend Period
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2017-2020
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Forecast Period
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2022-2028
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Key Players
The following are the key players in the aircraft lightning protection market (arranged alphabetically).
- Astroseal Products Manufacturing Corporation (Astrostrike)
- Avidyne Corporation
- Cobham plc
- Dayton-Granger
- Dexmet Corporation
- Honeywell International
- Lord Corporation
- Microsemi Corporation
- National Technical Systems (NTP)
- Pinnacle Lightning Protection
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Market Dynamics
Market Drivers
The growing quantity of orders for the procurement of new aircraft across the world and the rising demand for more electric aircraft and glass cockpits are the significant growth drivers that are expected to drive the global aircraft lightning protection market.

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Segment Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Application-Type Analysis
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Test Service, Lightning Detection & Warning, and Lightning Protection
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The lightning protection dominated the market during the forecast period.
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End-User-Type Analysis
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Civil, Military
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The civil aviation industry has been registering significant growth over the previous few years.
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Aircraft-Type Analysis
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Fixed-Wing Aircraft, Rotary-Wing Aircraft, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
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The fixed-wing segment is anticipated to significantly grow during the forecast period.
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Fit-Type Analysis
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Linefit, Retrofit
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The linefit segment is expected to depict a higher growth during the forecast period.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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North America dominated the aircraft lightning protection market in 2021.
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Application Trends
"The lightning protection segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented as test service, lightning detection & warning, and lightning protection. Lightning protection includes various mechanisms, such as static wicks, transient voltage suppressors, and expanded metal foils. These components support in minimizing the severity of damage caused by lightning strikes on the aircraft.
End-User Trends
"The civil segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented as civil and military. The civil aviation industry has been registering significant growth over the previous few years, owing to the rise in air travel and an upsurge in disposable income of the middle-class population. An increase in demand for passenger and cargo flights is one of the most significant contributors that is estimated to boost the demand for aircraft lightning protection devices in the coming five years.
Aircraft Trends
"The fixed-wing aircraft segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented as fixed-wing aircraft, rotary-wing aircraft, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The fixed-wing segment is anticipated to significantly grow owing to the rising demand for new commercial aircraft, in the coming five years. Thus, the growth in commercial air travel across the globe and the rising defense expenditure of prominent economies are estimated to bolster the demand for aircraft lightning protection during the forecast period.
Fit Trends
"The line fit segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented as line fit and retrofit. The linefit segment is expected to depict a higher growth during the forecast period against the retrofit segment. The estimated higher growth rate of the linefit segment is owing to the rise in procurement of aircraft orders coupled with their deliveries, economic development across regions, and an upsurge in air passenger traffic across the globe.
Regional Insights
"North America accounted for the largest market share."
North America dominated the aircraft lightning protection market in 2021, owing to the regional presence of major aircraft manufacturers, such as Boeing (US) and Bombardier (Canada). These aviation giants have major new aircraft orders, which are anticipated to propel the aircraft lightning protection market during the forecast period.
The Asia-Pacific aircraft lightning protection market is expected to show the highest growth in the coming five years. China and India are the growth engines of the region. The market is driven by the growing aviation industry, rising air passenger traffic, and ameliorating economic conditions in the region. Europe is also expected to offer substantial growth opportunities during the forecast period.

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Critical Questions Answered in the Report
- What are the key trends in the global market?
- How the market (and its various sub-segments) has grown in the last five years and what would be the growth rate in the next five years?
- What is the impact of COVID-19 on the global market?
- What are the key strategies adopted by the major vendors to lead in the market?
- What is the market share of the top vendors?
Research Methodology
This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s aircraft lightning protection market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period. The report segments and analyzes the market in the most detailed manner in order to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for the market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as to formulate the growth strategies to expedite their growth process.
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Report Features
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Key questions this report answers
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Relevant contents in the report
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In-depth Analysis of the Aircraft Lightning Protection Market
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Market forecast and trend data and emerging trends
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Which regions offer the best sales opportunities?
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Global, regional, and country-level historical data and forecasts
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Which are the most attractive market segments?
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Market Segment Analysis and Forecast
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Which are the top players and their market positioning?
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Competitive landscape analysis, Market share analysis
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How complex is the business environment?
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Porter’s five forces analysis, PEST analysis, Life cycle analysis
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What are the factors affecting the market?
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Drivers & challenges
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The aircraft lightning protection market is segmented into the following categories.
By Application Type
- Test Service
- Lightning Detection & Warning
- Lightning Protection
- (Application Type Analysis: Expanded Metal Foils, Static Wicks, and Transient Voltage Suppressors)
By End-User Type
By Aircraft Type
- Fixed-Wing Aircraft
- (Aircraft Type Analysis: Narrow-Body Aircraft, Regional Transport Aircraft, Wide-Body Aircraft, Very Large Aircraft, Business Aircraft, Light Aircraft, Fighter Aircraft, and Military Transport Aircraft)
- Rotary-Wing Aircraft
- (Aircraft Type Analysis: Civil Helicopters and Military Helicopters)
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVS)
By Fit Type:
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: China, Japan, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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