8 ADS-B Manufacturers in 2024
This section provides an overview for ads-b as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 8 ads-b manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked ads-b companies as of November, 2024: 1.Garmin, 2.L3Harris Technologies, Inc., 3.Collins Aerospace.
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What Is an ADS-B?
ADS-B refers to Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast, a surveillance technology that enables aircraft to track each other by using satellite positioning systems (GNSS) to determine their positions and continuously broadcast this information.
Primarily employed in air traffic control, it is a system that notifies aircraft categories, identifications, and maneuvers such as turns, climbs, and descents.
By 2015, ADS-B had become mandatory for all aircraft flying within European airspace. Both Europe and the United States decided to mandate transponder installations in December 2009.
Additional information from this system is added to the transponder response signals emitted by aircraft. By receiving and analyzing this information, including the aircraft's position data and unique identification address obtained through GPS (Global Positioning System), trajectory data can be acquired.
Uses of ADS-B
This technology is utilized on websites such as 'Flightradar24.' Even the general public can easily obtain trajectory data by purchasing a receiving set. There is no obligation for adoption in Japan. Airports in Japan with many international flights can obtain over 90% of trajectory data, while regional airports with more domestic flights may see around 50%.
ADS-B enables more cost-effective, broader, and higher-precision tracking compared to traditional radar systems. It allows aircraft to exchange position information, facilitating individual situational assessments without requiring human intervention—an "entirely automatic" system.
Furthermore, controllers can issue instructions for aircraft to reduce the separation between them compared to traditional methods, aiding in managing high traffic volumes in airspace and airports. This efficiency improvement is expected to lead to cost savings and environmental conservation by reducing waiting times for approach and landing permissions.
The shared information about the surrounding traffic situation, visible to controllers, can also be shared by aircraft, and it allows for obtaining temporary flight restriction information.
ADS-B provides accurate position information even during nighttime or rainy weather. On the ground, it can accurately determine the position of vehicles equipped with ADS-B.
It proves effective in remote areas and mountainous regions with limited radar coverage. The maximum effective range is typically less than 370 km.
List of 8 ADS-B Manufacturers
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Garmin
ADS-B SOLUTIONS
Manufacturer Overview
Garmin, established in 1989 and based in Kansas, USA, is a manufacturer of consumer electronics such as GPS navigation and wearable technology to the automotive, aviation, marine, outdoor and fitness markets. The company's main products are smart watches, navigators, handheld GPS, cameras, and radios, mainly used by people who do outdoor activities. They also offer autopilot products for marine and aviation transportation. The company has offices throughout Europe, Asia, Middle East, South America, and Australia so their products are sold all over the world.
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L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
ADS-B Air Traffic Surveillance
Manufacturer Overview
L3Harris Technologies Inc., established in 1890 and headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, United States, is a multi-domain technology solutions manufacturer and supplier. The company's capabilities include electronic warfare technologies and techniques, unmanned and autonomous warfare systems, and missile warning and defense systems. It provides consulting, engineering, and development of products primarily required by the United States defense industry, although it also serves clients in civil and commercial markets. Its successful projects include the missionization of business jets, the FVR-90 airframe, and the Viper Shield AN/ALQ-254(V)1 All-Digital Electronic Warfare Suite.
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Appareo Systems, LLC
ADS-B IN/OUT
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AIR TEAM, s.r.o.
ADS-B / Transponders
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StandardAero
ADS-B
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Collins Aerospace
Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast
Company Overview
Collins Aerospace, founded in 2018 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in actuation systems and avionics. The company's product portfolio includes composite aircraft doors, thermal management systems, and integrated cockpit solutions. These products are used in various applications, including business aviation, military and defense, and commercial and military helicopter manufacturing. The company offers services including technical support, warranty claims, and repairs while exporting its products to various countries, including South Africa, Poland, and Qatar.
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Air Power Inc.
ADS-B
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NAV CANADA
Space-Based ADS-B
Distributor Overview
NAV CANADA, established in 1996 and based in Ottawa, Canada, is a supplier of services specializing in aeronautical information services and air traffic control. The company's product portfolio includes air traffic services, air navigation technologies, and the Digital Facilities Initiative. These products are primarily utilized by various sectors within the aviation industry, including commercial airlines operating scheduled flights across Canada and internationally, air cargo operations, and business aviation for companies and individuals using private jets and aircraft for business purposes.
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ADS-B Manufacturer Ranking
*Including some distributors, etc.Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | Garmin |
19.3%
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| 2 | L3Harris Technologies, Inc. |
17.6%
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| 3 | Collins Aerospace |
15.1%
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| 4 | AIR TEAM, s.r.o. |
14.3%
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| 5 | NAV CANADA |
10.9%
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| 6 | Appareo Systems, LLC |
8.4%
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| 7 | Air Power Inc. |
7.6%
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| 8 | StandardAero |
6.7%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the ads-b page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
- NAV CANADA: 4,500
Newly Established Company
- NAV CANADA: 1996 (28 years ago)
Company with a History
- NAV CANADA: 1996 (28 years ago)
ADS-B Manufacturers in United States
*Including some distributors, etc.
Global Distribution of ADS-B Manufacturers by Country
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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1 | 50.0% |
Canada
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1 | 50.0% |
