GPS and GNSS Receivers in Aviation

Global GPS and GNSS Receivers in Aviation Market to Reach US$1.5 Billion by 2030

The global market for GPS and GNSS Receivers in Aviation estimated at US$1.1 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$1.5 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Wired Receivers, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 4.0% CAGR and reach US$863.9 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Wireless Receivers segment is estimated at 6.7% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$304.4 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 7.8% CAGR

The GPS and GNSS Receivers in Aviation market in the U.S. is estimated at US$304.4 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$294.9 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 7.8% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 2.5% and 5.0% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.2% CAGR.

Global GPS and GNSS Receivers in Aviation Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Are GPS and GNSS Technologies Essential for Modern Aviation Operations?

Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers provide precise navigation, positioning, and timing data for civil and military aviation. These technologies are integral to aircraft guidance, air traffic control, performance-based navigation (PBN), and situational awareness. GNSS-based navigation enables aircraft to follow optimized flight paths, reduce fuel use, and improve safety in low-visibility and congested airspace.

GNSS receivers are also foundational to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems, which allow real-time aircraft tracking without reliance on radar. This enhances traffic separation, supports efficient route planning, and reduces controller workload. With increasing airspace complexity and growing flight volumes, the aviation industry depends on GNSS to meet safety, efficiency, and environmental standards across all phases of flight.

How Are GNSS Receiver Technologies Advancing to Improve Accuracy and Resilience?

Receiver designs are evolving to support multi-constellation and multi-frequency capabilities, allowing aircraft to access signals from GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou systems. These features enhance positioning accuracy, reduce dependency on a single satellite system, and improve signal reliability in challenged environments. Dual-frequency receivers help mitigate atmospheric errors and improve vertical navigation performance, critical for approach and landing phases.

Aviation-certified receivers are being designed to comply with rigorous regulatory standards, including integrity monitoring through space-based augmentation systems (SBAS) such as WAAS and EGNOS. Advanced algorithms now support real-time error correction, spoofing detection, and continuity assurance. Integration of inertial sensors and terrain databases with GNSS receivers enables resilient navigation in areas with intermittent signal reception. These enhancements are supporting the adoption of GNSS-based landing systems and next-generation flight management systems.

Where Is GNSS Adoption Expanding Across Civil and Military Aviation?

Commercial aviation leads in GNSS adoption, with airlines using satellite navigation for en-route efficiency, continuous descent operations, and reduced separation. Regional aviation authorities are implementing GNSS-based approach procedures at non-radar airports to enhance access and reduce infrastructure costs. Business aviation and general aviation aircraft are equipping with advanced GNSS systems to support flexible routing and terrain awareness.

Military aircraft are integrating secure, anti-jamming GNSS receivers to ensure navigation resilience in contested environments. UAVs and drones in both civil and defense sectors rely on GNSS for geofencing, autonomous navigation, and flight tracking. Helicopter operations, particularly in offshore and urban environments, are increasingly using GNSS to support precision navigation and all-weather landing capabilities. As airspace modernization accelerates, demand for certified GNSS receivers is rising across aircraft types and geographies.

What Is Driving Growth in the GPS and GNSS Receivers in Aviation Market?

Growth in the GPS and GNSS receivers in aviation market is driven by several factors related to airspace modernization, multi-constellation coverage, and procedural navigation needs. Increasing adoption of PBN and ADS-B mandates is creating sustained demand for certified, high-integrity GNSS receivers. Advances in dual-frequency, anti-spoofing, and augmentation compatibility are improving navigation performance and enabling wider operational use. Growth is also supported by expanding commercial and UAV fleets, implementation of GNSS-based approaches at underserved airports, and requirements for resilient navigation in defense aviation. As aviation systems evolve toward satellite-centric guidance, GNSS receivers remain essential infrastructure for efficient and safe flight operations.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the GPS and GNSS Receivers in Aviation market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (Wired Receivers, Wireless Receivers); End-Use (Commercial Aviation End-Use, Military Aviation End-Use)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 32 Featured) -

• ACR Electronics, Inc. (ACR Artex)
• Advanced Navigation
• Airbus Defence and Space
• Collins Aerospace (RTX Corp)
• Cobham Aerospace Communications
• Elbit Systems Ltd.
• Esterline Technologies (Now part of TransDigm)
• FURUNO Electric Co., Ltd.
• Garmin Ltd.
• GE Aerospace (formerly GE Aviation)
• General Dynamics Mission Systems
• Honeywell Aerospace
• L3Harris Technologies
• Leonardo S.p.A.
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• NovAtel Inc. (Hexagon AB)
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• Safran Electronics & Defense
• Septentrio NV
• u-blox AG

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