Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market is expected to reach US$ 259.39 Million by 2031

Rigorous Government Regulations Regarding Aircraft Safety Boost Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Growth

According to our latest study on "Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Analysis and Forecast to 2031 – by Component and End Use," the market was valued at US$ 153.79 million in 2023 and is projected to reach US$ 259.39 million by 2031; it is anticipated to record a CAGR of 6.8% from 2023 to 2031. The report includes growth prospects owing to the current airport runway FOD detection systems market trends and their foreseeable impact during the forecast period.

The presence of foreign object debris (FOD) is a persistent concern at the airports. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) showcased guidelines for the manufacturing and procurement of airport runway foreign object debris (FOD) detection systems. All customers and producers must stand by the norms set by the FAA for obtaining and manufacturing FOD detection systems. Airlines, airports, and the General Aviation community have taken the essential steps to minimize FOD by engaging in effective FOD management programs, as per AC 150/5210-24. FAA Foreign Object Debris Program circulars such as AC 150/5210-24, Airport Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Management, describes FOD as any article, live or not, located in an unsuitable location in the airport environment that can harm airport or air carrier personnel and damage aircraft. FOD-related safety hazards can lead to rupturing of aircraft tires, damage to aircraft engines, and injuries to flight occupants. Such damages force the aerospace industry to accept the expenditure of ~US$ 4 billion every year. According to the FAA, a FOD detection system is expected to identify and locate FOD items in the Air Operations Area (AOA). In addition, the detection systems must alert the users regarding the detection of FOD; moreover, they are required to work in coexistence with aircraft communication, airport navigation, and surveillance systems without any interference. Thus, rigorous government regulations regarding aircraft safety contribute to the growing airport runway FOD detection systems market size.

Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Share — by Region, 2023

The expansion of existing airports and new construction of airports and runways are a few other factors boosting the installation of airport runway FOD detection systems across different regions. For instance, China has set its targets to have 400 civilian transport airports by the end of 2035 or register an increase of 150 airports compared to the figure recorded at the end of 2020. Similarly, in March 2024, the Indian Prime Minister inaugurated 15 new airports in the country that values more than US$ 1,168.80 million. Such factors have been generating new demand for the airport runway FOD detection systems installations across different countries. Moreover, the growing number of product developments has been changing the dynamics of the airport equipment industry, which is further likely to transform the industry in the coming years.

Based on component, the airport runway FOD detection systems market is divided into hardware and services. In terms of end use, the market is bifurcated into military airports and civil airports. North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific hold significant shares of the market, followed by the Middle East & Africa and South & Central America. China, the US, France, and the UK are among the major countries contributing to the airport runway FOD detection systems market growth.

Based on component, the airport runway FOD detection systems market is bifurcated into hardware and services. FOD is a major safety concern in the aviation industry. The hardware segment held a larger share of the airport runway FOD detection systems market in 2023. It can cause substantial damage to aircraft and compromise the lives of passengers and crew members. The implementation of a complete FOD prevention program incorporates setting up a system to detect and eliminate FOD rapidly and effectively. To address the challenges associated with foreign objects on the runways and taxiways that are posing a threat to airport operations—a reliable, fast, and effective solution for detecting foreign object debris is essential. This solution will help maintain operation efficiency and reduce the risks of casualties and delays.

The scope of the airport runway FOD detection systems market report focuses on North America (US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Spain, UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (South Korea, China, India, Japan, Australia, and Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Rest of Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of South & Central America). APAC held the largest airport runway FOD detection systems market share in 2023 and is projected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. North America is the second-largest contributor to the airport runway FOD detection systems market, followed by Europe.

The aviation industry plays an important role in facilitating global connectivity and economic development. The demand for efficient and modern airport facilities has been on the rise across the globe. The market in Asia Pacific is growing owing to a rise in investment toward the expansion and modernization of airport facilities. In addition, Asia Pacific stands as a dynamic hub for airport infrastructure development, driven by the region's robust economic growth and a surge in air travel. The Governments of China and India are involved in massive investments in new airport construction and expansion projects. In addition, China is deploying runway FOD detection systems at their runways to improve the safety of both passengers and airlines. Beijing Daxing International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport have already deployed FOD detection systems to enhance runway safety by monitoring and detecting debris continuously. The airport runway FOD detection systems market size is likely to surge by 2030 owing to these initiatives that aim to maintain passenger safety.

In Europe, the aviation sector faces numerous safety threats to flight crews and aircraft caused by FOD, birds, and other objects. The system's high-frequency radar sensor plays a crucial role in military applications of various countries, including the Danish Defense. The development of such FOD detection systems is expected to bolster the market growth in Europe during the forecast period.

Airports across the US use various advanced technologies, especially in the airside area, which requires enhanced security measures. In the US, numerous players operating in the airport runway FOD detection systems market are investing in developing robust systems. In addition, the rise in investment towards airport infrastructure development by airline operators and the US government is expected to fuel the market growth in the coming years. For instance, in 2021, the US government announced its plan to invest US$ 25 billion in aviation infrastructure development. In addition, in 2023, the United States Federal Aviation Administration announced funding of US$ 1 billion to improve 99 airports' infrastructure through President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Further, technological innovations, such as artificial intelligence, optical imaging, etc., are enhancing operational efficiency and security measures, which, in turn, is anticipated to propel the airport runway FOD detection systems market in the US during the forecast period. 

ArgosAI Teknoloji A.?.; Moog Inc.; Navtech Radar; Pavemetrics; Plextek Services Limited; Rheinmetall AG; QinetiQ Group Plc; Thales SA; Xsight Systems Ltd.; Trex Aviation Systems; Varec, Inc.; Smiths Detection Group Ltd. (Smiths Group plc); Infologic Pte Ltd.; Skylarklabs, Inc.; and Hitachi Ltd are among the key players profiled in the airport runway FOD detection systems market report. Companies in the airport runway FOD detection systems market mainly focus on product and service enhancements by integrating advanced features and technologies into their offerings.

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