NBAA Blog: Helicopter avionics market steady compared to business aviation

    Oct. 21, 2010
    ATLANTA, 21 Oct. 2010. Avionics suppliers at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) show in Atlanta this week say that the avionics market for helicopters has been a steadying force as they saw their business aviation orders dry up during the economic downturn.
    Posted by John McHale ATLANTA, 21 Oct. 2010.Avionics suppliers at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) show in Atlanta this week say that the avionics market for helicopters has been a steadying force as they saw their business aviation orders dry up during the economic downturn. Helicopters, especially for retrofits has been a strong market for Cobham's avionics products, says Rob Creighton, director of marketing, integrated systems at Cobham Avionics in Mineral Wells, Texas. Helicopters are the workhorses for many industries, and especially in government and civil applications. Mike Suptin, president of Avionics International Supply Inc. echoed his comments, saying helicopters have been resilient and in the military market as well for avionics suppliers. Officials at Ultra Electronics Flightline systems told me at their booth that it was the helicopter market that has been one of their strongest growth areas, somewhat stemming the downward tide that hit the business aviation market. Creighton added that internationally in Europe the helicopter avionics market has been particularly strong.

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