Electronic Flight Bag Market Analysis

Global Electronic Flight Bag Market Overview

Electronic Flight Bag Market Size was valued at USD 1.5 billion in 2022. The Electronic Flight Bag market industry is projected to grow from USD 1.59 Billion in 2023 to USD 2.2 billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.10% during the forecast period (2023 - 2030). Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) have gained enormous popularity, especially after the advent of tablet devices, including the iPad, to keep up with rapid technological change. Advanced EFBs are known to perform complex flight planning tasks, display aircraft positions on nautical charts, and forecast real-time weather. The technology saves airlines money by reducing fuel and maintenance costs. These are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.

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Electronic Flight Bag Market Trends

• Vendors focused on removing paper-based information is driving the market growth

Several aviation OEMs are primarily concerned with eliminating traditional paper-based information methods and systems, driving the growth of the electronic flight bag market. Vendors in this market are working with aircraft OEMs to understand their needs and develop reliable solutions. For example, in December 2020, Airbus announced removing all paper information, performance tables, diagrams and related information from the Flight Crew Operating Manual (FCOM). Likewise, in December 2021, Airbus removed all paper-based performance information from the Quick Reference Handbook (QRH) and Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) to fully establish EFB-based operations as the A320/A330/A340 family aircraft type standards.

Furthermore, the commercial aircraft segment is also expected to dominate the electronic flight bag market by 2022. This is due to the increase in the commercial aircraft fleet and deliveries resulting in an increasing demand for Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) solutions deployed on these aircraft. Almost all commercial aircraft use Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) for their crew and cockpit operations. During the forecast period, growing commercial aircraft operations and upgrades will likely bring new market opportunities to market vendors.

The report segments the electronic flight bag market into components, applications, technologies, end users, and geographic regions. The electronic flight bag market is segmented into Hardware and software by component. The electronic flight bag market is segmented on application into electronic documents, charts, video surveillance, airport moving maps, and others. The electronic flight bag market is segmented on technology into portable and stationary. Based on end users, the market is segmented into commercial, military, and general aviation. The electronic flight bag market is geographically segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa. Thus, driving the Electronic Flight Bag market revenue.

Electronic Flight Bag Market Segment Insights

• Electronic Flight Bag Type Insights

Based on type, the Electronic Flight Bag market segmentation includes portable and installed. The portable segment dominated the market. This growth is attributed to the functionality and portability of the product. All portable electronic instruments, including EFBs, should be properly secured by aircraft mounts or knee pads during the takeoff and landing phases of flight. It must be determined that the potential for personal injury to the pilot and passengers is the most important consideration.

• Electronic Flight Bag Platform Insights

Based on the platform, the Electronic Flight Bag market segmentation includes commercial and military. The commercial category generated the most income from a large commercial aircraft fleet. The rising demand for air travel and improving economies are expected to fuel market growth. 

Figure 1:  Electronic Flight Bag Market, by Platform, 2022 & 2030 (USD billion)

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• Electronic Flight Bag Component Insights

Based on components, the Electronic Flight Bag market data includes Hardware and software. The hardware segment will have the highest market revenue in 2022. E.B. hardware is any portable electronic display designed primarily for flight deck or nacelle use. F.B. devices can store and display a wide range of aviation data or perform simple calculations on fuel loading or aircraft performance. They provide additional information and must be stored for takeoff and landing. A Class 2 EFB system requires airworthiness clearance from the NAA. Even though it is considered a portable electronic device, it can only be removed from the aircraft through an entry in its technical logbook. It can exchange data with aircraft systems and connect to aircraft power and data link port, allowing it to be interactively evaluated for efficiency. Class 3 E.B. systems are installed aircraft components that require NAA Airworthiness Approval and a Supplemental Type Certificate or Certified Design Approval. A Positioning System (GPS) or FMS can be connected to the device. Depending on the model, it can correlate the GPS position with the position of other aircraft and velocity vectors and graphical climate information into a unified, accurate moving map display.

• Electronic Flight Bag Regional Insights

By Region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World. The North American electronic flight bag market area will dominate this market. The market in North America is expected to witness significant growth owing to the presence of several EFB manufacturers. The rapid expansion of aircraft manufacturing, technological advancements, and increased air traffic is also driving the EFB market in the Region.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the U.K., Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2:  ELECTRONIC FLIGHT BAG MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)

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Europe's Electronic Flight Bag market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the rise in investments in the cockpit’s advancement and increased demand for more accurate in-flight operation manuals. Further, the German Electronic Flight Bag market held the largest market share, and the U.K. Electronic Flight Bag market was the fastest growing market in the European Region

The Asia-Pacific Electronic Flight Bag Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2030 due to the rapid development of the aircraft industry. Moreover, increasing focus on fuel-efficient solutions and surging fleets in emerging countries such as China and India are expected to drive market growth in this Region. Moreover, increasing procurement of military aircraft in developing countries such as India is helping to drive market growth in the Region. Moreover, China’s Electronic Flight Bag market held the largest market share, and the Indian Electronic Flight Bag market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Electronic Flight Bag Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development to expand their product lines, which will help the Electronic Flight Bag market grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking various strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The Electronic Flight Bag industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics manufacturers use in the Electronic Flight Bag industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. The Electronic Flight Bag industry has offered some of the most significant medical advantages in recent years. Major players in the Electronic Flight Bag market, including UTC Aerospace Systems (U.S.), L-3 Communications Holdings Inc (U.S.), Teledyne Controls LLC (U.S.), Thales Group (France), DAC International Inc(U.S.), Astronautics Corporation of America (U.S.), The Boeing Company (U.S.), Esterline CMC Electronics (Canada), Navarro AB (Sweden), Airbus Group S.E. (France), Lufthansa Systems (Germany), Flightman (Ireland), International Flight Support (Denmark), Rockwell Collins Inc (U.S.) and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

Collins Aerospace is an American technology company and one of the world's largest suppliers of aerospace and defense products. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina,[4] it is a subsidiary of Raytheon Technologies. In November 2021, Collins Aerospace, a division of Raytheon Technologies, acquired U.S. aircraft tracking software provider FlightAware for an undisclosed amount. FlightAware also provides predictive technology, analysis and decision-making tools. Upon completion of the acquisition, the company will join Connected Aviation Solutions, a company announced in August. The unit will promote Collins' connected ecosystem solutions.

Thales Group (French pronunciation [talɛs]) is a French multinational company that designs, develops and manufactures electrical systems as well as installations and equipment for the aerospace, defense, transport and security sectors. The company is headquartered in La Défense [4], the business district of Paris, and its shares are listed on Euronext Paris.

Key Companies in the Electronic Flight Bag market include

• UTC Aerospace Systems (U.S.)


• L-3 Communications Holdings Inc (U.S.)


• Teledyne Controls LLC (U.S.)


• Thales Group (France)


• DAC International Inc (U.S.)


• Astronautics Corporation of America (U.S.)


• The Boeing Company (U.S.)


• Esterline CMC Electronics (Canada)


• Navarro AB (Sweden)


• Airbus Group S.E. (France)


• Lufthansa Systems (Germany)


• Flightman (Ireland)


• International Flight Support (Denmark)


• Rockwell Collins Inc (U.S.)

Electronic Flight Bag Industry Developments

• For Instance, February 2021 The country's flag carrier, Korean Air, agreed to adopt NAVBLUE's Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) solution, Flysmart+, on IOS devices to modernize and optimize pilot operations. Also, the most widely installed EFB on the ground, this cutting-edge system simplifies takeoff, landing, in-flight performance, documentation and eQRH procedures and offers multiple fuel-saving potentials. Korean Air will benefit from NAVBLUE's EFB solution to improve operational efficiency and optimize fleet performance calculations. Korean Air is already using ROPS+. Flysmart+ is used by more than 260 airlines, representing more than 6,000 Airbus aircraft service personnel.

• For Instance, February 2021 Uganda's national airline signed a contract with IFS, a Copenhagen-based EFB software platform SaaS provider, to provide a paperless flight bag solution.

• For Instance, November 2020 NAVBLUE signed a partnership agreement with Ultramain Systems to integrate the Ultramain Electronic Logbook (ELB) into NAVBLUE's Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) application.

Electronic Flight Bag Market Segmentation

Electronic Flight Bag Type Outlook

• Portable


• installed

Electronic Flight Bag Platform Outlook

• Commercial


• Military

Electronic Flight Bag Distribution Channel Outlook

• Hardware


• Software

Electronic Flight Bag Regional Outlook

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  • Latin America