The global air defense systems market size was valued at USD 87.63 billion in 2024. It is projected to grow from USD 95.73 billion in 2025 to USD 154.81 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 7.11% during the forecast period. The market witnessed strong growth in 2024 as nations ramped up investments in airspace protection systems amid rising geopolitical instability. These systems, critical for national defense, include radar, weapon systems, fire control, and command & control systems designed to detect, track, and neutralize incoming threats such as missiles, drones, and aircraft.

The Russian-Ukrainian conflict has intensified demand for multi-layered and highly mobile air defense solutions. Ukraine’s defense strategy—bolstered by Western systems like Patriot PAC-2, IRIS-T, NASAMS, and others—showcases the strategic value of integrated air defense systems in modern warfare. As countries modernize their armed forces, the demand for advanced technologies, such as directed energy weapons, radar-guided systems, and networked command centers, is accelerating globally.

List of Key Players Profiled in the Report:

• BAE Systems Plc. (U.K.)
• Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel)
• General Dynamics Corp. (U.S.)
• Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd. (South Korea)
• Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (Israel)
• Kongsberg Gruppen ASA (Norway)
• L3Harris Technologies Inc. (U.S.)
• Leonardo S.P.A. (Italy)
• Lockheed Martin Corp. (U.S.)
• Northrop Grumman Corp. (U.S.)
• Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. (Israel)
• Raytheon Technologies Corp. (U.S.)
• Rheinmetall AG (Germany)

Information Source:

https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/air-defense-systems-market-102343