
Global Automatic Pilot Market Growth 2025-2031
Description
The global Automatic Pilot market size is predicted to grow from US$ million in 2025 to US$ million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of %from 2025 to 2031.
The impact of the latest U.S. tariff measures and the corresponding policy responses from countries worldwide on market competitiveness, regional economic performance, and supply chain configurations will be comprehensively evaluated in this report.
An automatic pilot is an electronic control system that allows an aircraft, ship, or other vehicle to maintain a predetermined course, attitude, and speed with minimal or no human intervention. It integrates multiple sensors such as gyroscopes, accelerometers, magnetometers, and GPS to continuously monitor the vehicle’s position, orientation, and motion. Based on this data, the system sends control commands to adjust rudders, engines, or control surfaces to achieve stable and accurate navigation. Automatic pilots are widely used in aviation, aerospace, maritime, and autonomous vehicle technologies, serving as a critical component in modern control systems. In civil aviation, autopilots significantly reduce pilot workload and improve safety and efficiency. In military and scientific applications, they enable remote operation, precision maneuvering, and autonomous missions. With the advancement of artificial intelligence and navigation systems, automatic pilot technology is evolving toward higher precision, greater adaptability, and deeper integration of intelligent functions.
Market Development Opportunities & Main Driving Factors
As air transportation, unmanned systems, and intelligent mobility evolve, the application scope of automatic pilot systems is expanding, continuously unlocking market potential. Civil aviation's high demands for safety and operational efficiency are driving widespread adoption of advanced autopilot technologies. Meanwhile, the development of military drones and unmanned vessels demands greater system stability and autonomy. The integration of AI and precision navigation is also enhancing autopilot intelligence, injecting momentum into industrial upgrades.
Market Challenges, Risks, & Restraints
Despite growing demand, the development, certification, and cost control of autopilot systems face significant hurdles. High technical barriers and complex integration result in long development cycles. Moreover, stringent international aviation and maritime regulations limit market entry for new players. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the supply of key components may also threaten the stability of the supply chain.
Downstream Demand Trends
In downstream markets, civil aviation continues to rely heavily on automated flight management, while drone systems, maritime automation, and driver assistance systems are demanding more precise and low-latency control solutions. Particularly with the rise of low-altitude economies, smart oceans, and air-space integration, autopilot systems are extending into more diverse scenarios, driving new waves of technological upgrades and expanded applications.
LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Automatic Pilot Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Automatic Pilot sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Automatic Pilot sales for 2025 through 2031. With Automatic Pilot sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Automatic Pilot industry.
This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Automatic Pilot landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Automatic Pilot portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Automatic Pilot market.
This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Automatic Pilot and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Automatic Pilot.
This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Automatic Pilot market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.
Segmentation by Type:
Single-axis
Dual-axis
3-axis
Segmentation by Application:
Military Aircrafts
Civil Aircrafts
UAV
Others
This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries
The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
Honeywell
Thales
Safran
BAE Systems
Garmin
Collins Aerospace
Lockheed Martin
Genesys Aerosystems
L3Harris Technologies
Moog
ROCKWELL COLLINS
Honeywell International
Century Flight Systems lnc
DYNON AVIONICS, INC.
Embention
Euroavionics GmbH
M.A.V. AVIONIC SRL
BlueBear Systems Research
Threod Systems
TruTrak Flight Systems, Inc.
UAS Europe
UAV Navigation
Advanced Flight Systems
Avidyne Avionics
Key Questions Addressed in this Report
What is the 10-year outlook for the global Automatic Pilot market?
What factors are driving Automatic Pilot market growth, globally and by region?
Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?
How do Automatic Pilot market opportunities vary by end market size?
How does Automatic Pilot break out by Type, by Application?
Please note: The report will take approximately 2 business days to prepare and deliver.
The impact of the latest U.S. tariff measures and the corresponding policy responses from countries worldwide on market competitiveness, regional economic performance, and supply chain configurations will be comprehensively evaluated in this report.
An automatic pilot is an electronic control system that allows an aircraft, ship, or other vehicle to maintain a predetermined course, attitude, and speed with minimal or no human intervention. It integrates multiple sensors such as gyroscopes, accelerometers, magnetometers, and GPS to continuously monitor the vehicle’s position, orientation, and motion. Based on this data, the system sends control commands to adjust rudders, engines, or control surfaces to achieve stable and accurate navigation. Automatic pilots are widely used in aviation, aerospace, maritime, and autonomous vehicle technologies, serving as a critical component in modern control systems. In civil aviation, autopilots significantly reduce pilot workload and improve safety and efficiency. In military and scientific applications, they enable remote operation, precision maneuvering, and autonomous missions. With the advancement of artificial intelligence and navigation systems, automatic pilot technology is evolving toward higher precision, greater adaptability, and deeper integration of intelligent functions.
Market Development Opportunities & Main Driving Factors
As air transportation, unmanned systems, and intelligent mobility evolve, the application scope of automatic pilot systems is expanding, continuously unlocking market potential. Civil aviation's high demands for safety and operational efficiency are driving widespread adoption of advanced autopilot technologies. Meanwhile, the development of military drones and unmanned vessels demands greater system stability and autonomy. The integration of AI and precision navigation is also enhancing autopilot intelligence, injecting momentum into industrial upgrades.
Market Challenges, Risks, & Restraints
Despite growing demand, the development, certification, and cost control of autopilot systems face significant hurdles. High technical barriers and complex integration result in long development cycles. Moreover, stringent international aviation and maritime regulations limit market entry for new players. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the supply of key components may also threaten the stability of the supply chain.
Downstream Demand Trends
In downstream markets, civil aviation continues to rely heavily on automated flight management, while drone systems, maritime automation, and driver assistance systems are demanding more precise and low-latency control solutions. Particularly with the rise of low-altitude economies, smart oceans, and air-space integration, autopilot systems are extending into more diverse scenarios, driving new waves of technological upgrades and expanded applications.
LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Automatic Pilot Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Automatic Pilot sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Automatic Pilot sales for 2025 through 2031. With Automatic Pilot sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Automatic Pilot industry.
This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Automatic Pilot landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Automatic Pilot portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Automatic Pilot market.
This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Automatic Pilot and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Automatic Pilot.
This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Automatic Pilot market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.
Segmentation by Type:
Single-axis
Dual-axis
3-axis
Segmentation by Application:
Military Aircrafts
Civil Aircrafts
UAV
Others
This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries
The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
Honeywell
Thales
Safran
BAE Systems
Garmin
Collins Aerospace
Lockheed Martin
Genesys Aerosystems
L3Harris Technologies
Moog
ROCKWELL COLLINS
Honeywell International
Century Flight Systems lnc
DYNON AVIONICS, INC.
Embention
Euroavionics GmbH
M.A.V. AVIONIC SRL
BlueBear Systems Research
Threod Systems
TruTrak Flight Systems, Inc.
UAS Europe
UAV Navigation
Advanced Flight Systems
Avidyne Avionics
Key Questions Addressed in this Report
What is the 10-year outlook for the global Automatic Pilot market?
What factors are driving Automatic Pilot market growth, globally and by region?
Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?
How do Automatic Pilot market opportunities vary by end market size?
How does Automatic Pilot break out by Type, by Application?
Please note: The report will take approximately 2 business days to prepare and deliver.
Table of Contents
157 Pages
- *This is a tentative TOC and the final deliverable is subject to change.*
- 1 Scope of the Report
- 2 Executive Summary
- 3 Global by Company
- 4 World Historic Review for Automatic Pilot by Geographic Region
- 5 Americas
- 6 APAC
- 7 Europe
- 8 Middle East & Africa
- 9 Market Drivers, Challenges and Trends
- 10 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis
- 11 Marketing, Distributors and Customer
- 12 World Forecast Review for Automatic Pilot by Geographic Region
- 13 Key Players Analysis
- 14 Research Findings and Conclusion
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