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Bloomberg
7 hours ago
- Science
- Bloomberg
Air India Crash: The Mysterious 10-Second Gap
There's an unexplained 10-second gap in the preliminary report for the Air India crash that could become the key to understanding what brought down Boeing's most advanced jetliner. (Source: Bloomberg)
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
RTX, Astronics, and Diehl Lead Aerospace Lighting Market with Advanced Solutions and Global Expansion Strategies
The Aircraft Lighting Market Companies Quadrant offers an in-depth analysis of the global aircraft lighting industry, emphasizing key players, technological advances, and market trends. The quadrant evaluates over 100 companies, highlighting the top 14 leaders in EVA Films. This market, segmented by light type, technology, end user, and region, is driven by the demand for advanced aircraft due to increasing air travel. Innovations in LED lighting, energy efficiency, and passenger experience enhancements propel market growth. Key players include RTX, Astronics Corporation, Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG, Honeywell, and Thales. Dublin, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Aircraft Lighting - Company Evaluation Report, 2024" report has been added to Aircraft Lighting Market Companies Quadrant is a comprehensive industry analysis that provides valuable insights into the global market for Aircraft Lighting Market. This quadrant offers a detailed evaluation of key market players, technological advancements, product innovations, and emerging trends shaping the industry. Over 100 companies were evaluated, of which the top 14 EVA Films companies were categorized and recognized as the quadrant aircraft lighting market encompasses a range of lighting solutions for interior, exterior, and cockpit applications, each serving crucial functions in aviation safety, efficiency, and passenger experience. The market has been segmented based on light type, technology, end user, aircraft type, and region. The growing demand for technologically advanced aircraft is one of the primary market drivers. An increase in domestic and international air travel, fueled by rising disposable incomes, expanding airline fleets, and airport infrastructure development, has further accelerated the demand for innovative and cost-effective aircraft lighting advancements, such as the adoption of LED lighting, lightweight materials, and automation in lighting control, are playing a pivotal role in transforming the market. The shift toward sustainable and energy-efficient lighting alternatives is not only reducing operational costs for airlines but also improving aircraft performance by minimizing power consumption and maintenance requirements. Moreover, the growing focus on enhancing passenger experience through mood lighting, ambient lighting, and customizable illumination systems is influencing interior lighting rise in aircraft deliveries, coupled with the increasing modernization of aging fleets, is further contributing to the expansion of the aircraft lighting market. With the demand for advanced military aircraft, business jets, and next-generation commercial airliners, the need for high-performance, long-lasting, and adaptive lighting solutions is expected to grow 360 Quadrant maps the Aircraft Lighting Market companies based on criteria such as revenue, geographic presence, growth strategies, investments, and sales strategies for the market presence of the Aircraft Lighting Market quadrant. The top criteria for product footprint evaluation included By Aircraft Type (commercial aircraft, military aircraft, helicopters, and business aviation and general aviation.) By Light Type (interior, exterior, and cockpit lights) By Technology (light-emitting diode (LED), high-intensity discharge (HID), and others (halogen, xenon strobe, photoluminescent & electroluminescent, and night vision imaging systems (NVIS))) and End User (original equipment manufacturer (OEM), aftermarket, and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO)).Key Players:Key players operating in the Aircraft Lighting Market are RTX (US), Astronics Corporation (US), Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG (Germany), Honeywell International Inc. (US), and Thales (France), among CorporationRTX Corporation stands out as a leader in the aerospace and defense sector, operating through segments like Collins Aerospace. This company specializes in advanced aerospace products, including comprehensive lighting solutions for cabin, cockpit, and exterior use. RTX boasts a significant global footprint, serving diverse markets with superior product offerings and addressing emergent needs in aerospace CorporationKnown for advanced technology solutions, Astronics Corporation provides lighting and safety systems across global aerospace, defense, and electronics sectors. With its extensive product portfolio that includes cabin lighting, emergency lighting, and specialized systems for cockpit and exterior applications, Astronics has solidified its market position with robust distribution in key regions like North America, Europe, and Asia Stiftung & Co. KGDiehl Stiftung & Co. KG, a prominent player in the aerospace lighting sector, offers innovative lighting solutions across interior and exterior applications, focusing on enhancing passenger experience and operational safety. Their strategic partnerships and commitment to high-quality production have reinforced their market position. The company's continuous investment in product advancement underscores its determination to maintain competitiveness in an evolving Topics Covered: 1 Introduction1.1 Market Definition1.2 Inclusions and Exclusions1.3 Stakeholders2 Executive Summary3 Market Overview3.1 Introduction3.2 Market Dynamics3.2.1 Drivers3.2.1.1 Increasing Demand for Enhanced Passenger Comfort and Cabin Customization3.2.1.2 Growing Adoption of Smart and IoT-Connected Lighting3.2.1.3 Increasing Aircraft Production and Deliveries3.2.1.4 Stringent Aviation Safety Regulations3.2.2 Restraints3.2.2.1 High Initial Costs and Integration Complexity3.2.2.2 Limited Power Availability in Aircraft3.2.2.3 Retrofitting Issue in Older Fleets3.2.3 Opportunities3.2.3.1 Rising Number of Autonomous and Electric Aircraft3.2.3.2 Development of Next-Generation Lighting3.2.3.3 Increasing Upgrades of Aircraft Interior Lighting Systems3.2.4 Challenges3.2.4.1 High Maintenance and Replacement Costs3.2.4.2 Weight Limitations in Aircraft Design3.3 Trends and Disruptions Impacting Customer Business3.4 Value Chain Analysis3.4.1 R&D Engineers (5-20%)3.4.2 Component/Product Manufacturing (20-40%)3.4.3 Testing & Quality Assurance (40-60%)3.4.4 End-users (60-90%)3.4.5 After-Sales Service (90-100%)3.5 Ecosystem Analysis3.5.1 Prominent Companies3.5.2 Private and Small Enterprises3.5.3 End-users3.6 Key Conferences and Events, 20253.7 Technology Analysis3.7.1 Key Technologies3.7.1.1 Micro-Led Technology3.7.1.2 Advanced Thermal Management Systems3.7.2 Complementary Technologies3.7.2.1 AI-based Lighting Control Systems3.7.2.2 Biometric Integration with Lighting3.7.3 Adjacent Technologies3.7.3.1 Wireless Power Transfer Lighting3.7.3.2 Augmented Reality & Holographic Lighting3.8 Impact of AI/Generative AI3.8.1 Introduction3.8.2 Adoption of AI in Aviation Industry by Top Countries3.8.3 Impact of AI on Aviation Industry3.8.4 Impact of AI on Aircraft Lighting Market4 Industry Trends4.1 Introduction4.2 Technology Trends4.2.1 Human-Centric Cabin Lighting4.2.2 Organic Light-Emitting Diodes4.2.3 UV-C Disinfection Lighting4.2.4 Smart Lighting with IoT Integration4.2.5 Sustainable and Solar-Powered Lights4.2.6 Electrochromic Windows & Adaptive Cabin Lighting4.2.7 Electroluminescent and Fiber Optic Lighting4.3 Impact of Mega Trends4.3.1 Sustainable Aviation4.3.2 Additive Manufacturing4.3.3 Cabin 4.04.4 Supply Chain Analysis4.5 Patent Analysis5 Competitive Landscape5.1 Introduction5.2 Key Player Strategies/Right to Win, 2020-20245.3 Aircraft Interior Lights Revenue Analysis, 2020-20235.4 Aircraft Interior Lights Market Share Analysis, 20235.5 Aircraft Exterior Lights Revenue Analysis, 2020-20235.6 Aircraft Exterior Lights Market Share Analysis, 20235.6.1 Rtx (US)5.6.2 Astronics Corporation (US)5.6.3 Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG (Germany)5.6.4 Honeywell International Inc. (US)5.6.5 Thales (France)5.7 Company Evaluation Matrix (Interior Lights): Key Players, 20235.7.1 Stars5.7.2 Emerging Leaders5.7.3 Pervasive Players5.7.4 Participants5.8 Company Evaluation Matrix (Exterior Lights): Key Players, 20235.8.1 Stars5.8.2 Emerging Leaders5.8.3 Pervasive Players5.8.4 Participants5.9 Company Evaluation Matrix (Interior and Exterior Lights Combined): Key Players, 20235.9.1 Stars5.9.2 Emerging Leaders5.9.3 Pervasive Players5.9.4 Participants5.9.5 Company Footprint5.9.5.1 Company Footprint5.9.5.2 Light Type Footprint5.9.5.3 End-user Footprint5.9.5.4 Aircraft Type Footprint5.9.5.5 Region Footprint5.10 Company Evaluation Matrix (Interior Lights): Startups/SMEs, 20235.10.1 Progressive Companies5.10.2 Responsive Companies5.10.3 Dynamic Companies5.10.4 Starting Blocks5.11 Company Evaluation Matrix (Exterior Lights): Startups/SMEs, 20235.12 Company Evaluation Matrix (Interior and Exterior Lights Combined): Startups/SMEs, 20235.12.5 Competitive Benchmarking5.12.5.1 List of Startups/SMEs5.12.5.2 Competitive Benchmarking of Startups/SMEs5.13 Brand/Product Comparison5.14 Company Valuation and Financial Metrics5.15 Competitive Scenario5.15.1 Product Launches5.15.2 Deals5.15.3 Others6 Company Profiles6.1 Key Players6.1.1 Rtx6.1.1.1 Business Overview6.1.1.2 Products Offered6.1.1.3 Recent Developments6.1.1.3.1 Product Launches6.1.1.4 Analyst's View6.1.1.4.1 Key Strengths6.1.1.4.2 Strategic Choices6.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses and Competitive Threats6.1.2 Astronics Corporation6.1.3 Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG6.1.4 Honeywell International Inc.6.1.5 Thales6.1.6 Luminator Aerospace6.1.7 Oxley Group6.1.8 Soderberg Manufacturing Company Inc.6.1.9 Heads Up Technologies6.1.10 Aveo Engineering Group, S.R.O.6.1.11 Cobalt Aerospace Group Limited6.1.12 Bruce Aerospace6.1.13 Stg Aerospace Limited6.1.14 Hoffman Engineering6.1.15 Whelen Aerospace Technologies6.2 Other Players6.2.1 Micolux Lighting6.2.2 Jbrnd6.2.3 Sela6.2.4 Spectrolab, Inc.6.2.5 Schott6.2.6 Madelec Aero6.2.7 Precise Flight Inc.6.2.8 Ife Products6.2.9 Trakka6.2.10 Xevision For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. 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CNA
16-07-2025
- CNA
Cockpit cameras would significantly help in aviation investigations: IATA chief
Investigations into last month's deadly Air India crash have revived debate on whether video recorders should be installed in a plane's cockpit. Pilot groups have opposed this due to privacy issues, but advocates said video capture would help in investigations. International Air Transport Association chief Willie Walsh believes there's now reason to push for change. Yasmin Jonkers reports.
ABC News
13-07-2025
- ABC News
Indian Pilots' Union criticises report into deadly crash
The Indian Pilots' Union has criticised a preliminary report into last month's deadly Air India plane crash. The say the report unfairly blames the crew - and they're demanding more transparency as the investigation continues.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Fuel to Air India plane was cut off moments before crash, investigation report says
The report, issued by India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, also indicated that both pilots were confused over the change to the switch setting, which caused a loss of engine thrust shortly after takeoff.
