Global Aviation Interference Cancellation Market Research Report: Forecast (2022-27)

Market Definition

Aviation interference cancellation refers to the process where an adaptive filter is used to suppress an unknown interference contained (alongside an information-bearing signal of interest) in a primary signal that serves as the desired response. An aviation interference canceller uses a sample of the interfering signal to generate a real-time anti-interference signal that is the exact opposite of the interfering signal as it appears at the receiving antenna. The interference canceller combines the interference and anti-interference signals, canceling each other out. The result is that the interference is subtracted from the receive path, leaving only the interference-free desired signal. With the growth in advancements in fighter aircraft avionics and the emergence of electronic warfare techniques, the demand for interference cancelation is soaring considerably across the globe.

Market Insights

The Global Aviation Interference Cancellation market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 6.01% during the forecast period, 2022-27. The Global Aviation Interference Cancellation market has witnessed phenomenal growth during the historical period. The rising R&D towards establishing a secure communication channel for the pilot, coupled with extensive chunks of the sum invested by various countries around the globe towards strengthening their military & defense capabilities, has flourished the growth of aviation interference cancellation.

In addition, the long-term recurring maintenance contracts between aircraft manufacturers & the government of several countries have mandated the deployment of interference cancellation. In aviation, interference cancellation systems play a crucial role in eliminating the distortion flared up by in-cabin component vibrations, the continuous exchange of radio signal waves, as well as the intercepting & diverting of vital aircraft information. Furthermore, the intensifying geopolitical tensions between countries or regions, including China & India, the UAE & neighboring countries, Syria & the Middle East, Ukraine & Russia, among others across the globe, have impacted the need for new military aircraft, including jets, helicopters, etc., which has led to the deployment of technology to cancel aircraft interference. Consequently, this has led to increased manufacturing of military aircraft for safeguarding the geographies of the respective countries

Market Segmentation

By Aircraft Type

• Commercial
  • Passenger Aircrafts
  • Cargo Jets
  • Helicopters
• Military Aircrafts
  • Fighter Jets
  • Cargo Jets
  • Helicopters
• Drones & Others

Based on aircraft type, military aircrafts acquired the lion’s share in the global market due to the extensive demand for mission-critical aircraft, cargo jets, helicopters, etc., for expanding the air defense capabilities. These aircraft require uninterrupted communication all through their operation, due to which, the need for deterring the overlap of radio frequencies has established strong grounds for the demand for interference cancellation systems in the military segment.

As territorial disputes arise among different countries around the globe, the demand for expanding their military fleet has also risen considerably. Moreover, countries such as India, Turkey, Israel, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, China, etc., have been observed to be some of the notable buyers & manufacturers of defense systems, with ballooning defense budgets. In the aftermath, the interference cancellation is expected to be installed in the new military aircraft deliveries during 2022-27.

By Type of Signal Canceller

• Analog Canceller
• Digital Canceller

Based on the type of signal canceller, digital canceller has observed a significant growth during the historical period, 2017-21. The rapid transformation of analog flight control systems into digital has escalated the demand for digital cancellers to several folds. Moreover, with the rising fleet of military aircraft of 4th generation and above across the world, the demand for digital cancellers is anticipated to encounter exponential growth during the forecast years.

The installation of digital cancellers aids the pilot to eliminate the distortion during the cross-communication at various levels of frequencies, be it at the low band or high band, without blocking the onboard communications. In addition, the interference created by the components & the congestion of radio waves in & out of the cockpit significantly vitiates the system performance of the receiver in terms of signal masking, receiver desensitization, or even impairment of hardware

Regional Landscape

• North America
• South America
• Europe
• Middle East & Africa
• Asia Pacific

North America grabbed more than 50% market share in the global Aviation Interference Cancellation market in 2021. The aviation interference cancellation experienced significant demand in North America in the recent years, owing to the presence of numerous aircraft Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) such as Bombardier, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and others, who produce a large fleet of helicopters, jets, and other aircraft in the region. Further, increasing military aircraft orders from various foreign countries like Japan, Israel, Taiwan, etc., which are modernizing their defense aviation sector boosted the demand for new aircraft and has also accelerated the requirement of aircraft components like aviation interference cancellation. For instance:

• In 2022, the US government green signaled the USD13.9 billion deal of F-15 advanced fighter jets, engines, and related equipment, including munitions & communications systems, to Indonesia.
• In 2021, Finland announced to choose F35 fifth-generation fighter jets with a total cost of USD9.4 billion to replace aging F/A-18 aircraft.

Moreover, the increasing geopolitical disturbance and border disputes around the globe has forced countries to modernize their defense system. However, due to a lack of funds, various developing countries are unable to buy new aircraft with the latest technology. Hence, the countries are shifting towards Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services for the integration of the latest technology such as digital interference cancellation in their existing aircraft fleets from leading companies located in the US

Key Trends in the Market

• Introduction of 5th Generation Military Aircraft

 With the improvement in technology, the introduction of 5th generation military aircraft in the aviation industry resulted in the growth of the Aviation Interference Cancellation market. The 5th generation aircraft offers self-protection & radar jamming capabilities that help delay enemy systems and can detect, track, and engage the enemy aircraft. Therefore, to reduce the radar jamming capabilities, the demand for interference cancellation has been propelled globally. Consequently, the increasing disposition of signal jammers in the 5^th  generation aircraft has led to the evolvement of the Aviation Interference Cancellation market globally. The demand for the development of 5th generation fighter aircraft has increased in the countries such as the US, Russia, Turkey, Israel, etc., which led to the increase in the demand for interference cancellation.

Market Dynamics

Key Drivers

• Rise in the Demand for Military Aircrafts Due to Escalate Market Growth

The military aircraft purchase across the globe has increased with the rapidly changing geopolitics, increasing security concerns the demand for combat & surveillance aircraft. Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and North America have been the major consumers of military aircraft. These are among the main factors associated with the growth of the Aviation Interference Cancellation market. For instance, the Russian government announced a 10-years plan called GPVs, a state armament plan to modernize & upgrade the military sector by 2027. Besides, the procurement of digital cockpits with the installation of digital devices such as maps & interference cancellation components for military aircraft is augmenting to assist pilots by providing situational awareness.

In addition, the demand for military aircraft has been boosted by the current 5th generation aircraft such as the F35 Lightning II, which features a high-fidelity digital cockpit. Upgrading vintage aircraft such as the F15 & FA18 are some of the projects that are expected to stimulate the market.

Possible Restraint

•  High Cost of Interference Cancellation

The high cost of the interference cancellation system has restrained its entry into the commercial aircraft industry. According to the major commercial aircraft manufacturers, Airbus & Boeing, there has been an increasing demand for low-cost passenger carriers that holds a significant market share in the commercial aviation industry. Therefore, the installation of an interference cancellation system in commercial aircraft would heighten the overall cost of the aircraft.

In addition, the commercial aviation industry perceives interference cancellation as optional equipment and not as a necessity due to which many commercial aircraft manufacturers have been reluctant in deploying it. Instead, the commercial aircraft manufacturers utilize other available equipment, such as vibration controller valves, digital telemetry torque transducers, etc., for reducing noise generated by the engine, and other cockpit components. Hence, the lack of acceptance by commercial aircraft manufacturers for installing interference cancellation systems has subdued the market growth in the enormous commercial aviation industry.

Recent Developments by Leading Companies

• In 2021, Boeing signed a contract to convert F-15S Jets of Saudi Arabia into F-15SA Configuration. The contract was valued at approximately USD22 million & is expected to complete by December 2022. The aircraft would be upgraded with an interference cancellation system that would enable the system to jam enemy radars allowing the radar warning receiver to continue to operate.
• In 2020, Japan announced the purchase of 105 F-35 joint strike fighters from the US with an investment of over USD23 billion. The package includes 63 F-35A conventional take-off & landing aircraft, and 42 F-35 short take-off & landing variants, thereby necessitating the demand for interference cancellation equipment in fighter jets.

Key Questions Answered in the Market Research Report:

1. What are the overall statistics or estimates (Overview, Market Size- By Value & Volume, Forecast Numbers, Market Segmentation, Market Shares) of the Global Aviation Interference Cancellation Market?
2. What are the country-wise industry size, growth drivers, and challenges?
3. What are the key innovations, opportunities, current & future trends, and regulations in the Global Aviation Interference Cancellation Market?
4. Who are the key competitors, their key strengths & weaknesses, and how do they perform in the Global Aviation Interference Cancellation Market based on the competitive benchmarking matrix?
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