What Korry Electronics does

Korry Electronics is a privately held designer and manufacturer of human-machine interface (HMI) products for the aerospace and defense markets, founded in 1937 and headquartered in a 218,000 square-foot facility in Everett, Washington. The company's offering spans five integrated product lines: illuminated switches and annunciators (389, 307, 318, 433, 434, 458, 476 series); AMLCD aerospace displays and control display units (KDM and KDU families including the KPDM large-area display); flight-deck control panels and integrated switch panels using proprietary 490, 492, 493, and 496 switching technologies; aerospace knobs; airborne computing products including the Remote Data Concentrator (RDC), Gen-3 Data Concentrator Unit (over 4,000 helicopter installations), and Korry Integrated Avionics Computer (KIAC); and optical products anchored by Nightshield NVIS filters qualified from -55°C to +85°C. Underlying technology integrates optics, electronics, embedded software (RTCA DO-178B/C), mechanical packaging, mechanism design, and human factors engineering, with products qualified to MIL-STD-810/461, RTCA DO-160, and MIL-STD-3009.

The company generates revenue primarily through direct OEM sales of hardware and integrated assemblies, supplemented by FAA Part 145 / EASA Part 145 / CAAC / CAA-145 certificated aftermarket repair and spares services, including 24/7 AOG (aircraft on ground) support. Go-to-market combines a direct enterprise sales team, a network of regional sales representatives covering more than 40 countries, and global distributors (notably Wencor for spares and AOG, Sequoia Defense for US small-business set-aside, VSE Aviation for international military spares, and CMD Flight Solutions for ADS-B Out retrofits). Customer base spans Boeing (737/747/757/767/777/787), Airbus (A220), Gulfstream (G500/600), Sikorsky (UH-60), the US Military, the US Marine Corps, and US Naval platforms, with the company's parts described as present on "nearly all commercial and military aircraft in service today."

Korry holds AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 quality certifications, FAA Production Approval Holder authorization, and operates an FAA/EASA/CAAC/CAA-UK certificated repair station. The company is founder-descendant, privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, and has not raised external funding, conducted acquisitions, or made public market moves. Strategic activity is concentrated in product-line extensions (touchscreen control panels, large-area displays, integrated avionics computing) and channel expansion (ADS-B partnership, distributor buildout) rather than M&A or geographic entry via acquisition.

Name

Korry Electronics

Legal name

Korry Electronics

Website

https://korry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1937

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Korry Electronics, founded in 1937 and headquartered in Everett, WA, designs and manufactures human-machine interface products — illuminated switches, AMLCD displays, control panels, NVIS filters, and airborne computing — for commercial aerospace, business aviation, and military customers including Boeing, Airbus, Gulfstream, and the US Department of Defense.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace HMI Components

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)

akta.pro primary industry

Avionics Displays & Human-Machine Interface (EFIS/HUD/HMD) (IMABAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Panel PCs & HMI Terminals (HDACALAE), Industrial Control Cabinets & Power Distribution (Panels, Switchgear for Automation) (IMAHAHAK), Ruggedized/Harsh-Environment Electronics Manufacturing (IP-rated, shock/vibration, wide-temp) (IMAGAGAF)

Keywords

• Aerospace HMI solutions
• Aviation switches annunciators
• Cockpit control panels
• Avionics displays
• Airborne data computing

Headquarters

HQ city

Everett

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aerospace HMI Products: Sales of switches, indicators, annunciators, control panels, displays, knobs, and airborne computing products for OEM and aftermarket applications. Products are found on nearly all commercial and military aircraft in service today.
2. Aftermarket Support and Repair Services: FAA Part 145 certificated repair station services providing repairs, spares, and airworthiness certification (8130-3 form) for returned articles. Includes 24/7 AOG support for airline customers.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Korry Electronics designs and manufactures human-machine interface (HMI) products for aerospace and defense cockpits, including illuminated pushbutton switches, indicators, annunciators, control panels, AMLCD displays, knobs, and airborne computing modules such as remote data concentrators. The company also operates an FAA/EASA Part 145 certificated repair station providing repairs, spares, and 24/7 AOG support to commercial and military aviation customers worldwide.

Product overview

Korry Electronics is a world leader in Human-Machine Interface (HMI) solutions for aerospace and defense markets, founded in 1937. The company offers a comprehensive, integrated portfolio of aviation-grade products built on core competencies in optics, electronics, software, mechanical packaging, and human factors. The product portfolio centers on five core product lines: (1) Switches & Annunciators including the 389 Series 5/8-inch LED switches and 307/318/433/434/458/476 Series indicators; (2) Aerospace Displays featuring the KDM series AMLCD displays (KDM340, KDM640, KDM1040, KDM1540) and KDU control display units; (3) Control Products encompassing Utility Control Systems (UCS) for Boeing 787/777X/A220/G500, Control Panels for various flight deck applications, and Integrated Switch Panels using 490/492/493/496 switching technologies; (4) Knobs in multiple styles (bar/pointer, round, tactile, MSC series); (5) Airborne Computing including Remote Data Concentrators (RDC), Gen-3 DCU, and KIAC integrated computer; and (6) Optical Products featuring Nightshield NVIS filters. All products share common technological DNA in optical design and balanced cockpit lighting, enabling deployment across commercial aerospace, business aviation, military aircraft, helicopters, ground vehicles, and naval platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 5/8-Inch Switches (389 Series) Versatile LED pushbutton switches for aerospace HMI applications, offering superior lighting performance and reliability. Available in multiple configurations including ADS-B annunciators and quick-ship options for OEM and retrofit customers.
• 307 Series 3/8 x 5/8-Inch Switch Industry benchmark aviation switch with rugged design, bright uniform illumination, low touch temperature, and long-life single-pole switching rated for over 1 million actuations, for commercial and military aircraft applications.
• 318 Series 1/2 x 1-Inch Indicator LED indicator used on Boeing 727 and 737 jetliners with life-of-the-aircraft dimmable LED lighting, uniform sunlight-readable legends, and shock/vibration-proof performance; supports easy retrofit from incandescent to LED.
• 433 Series 1 x 1-Inch Switchlight LED switchlight with modular design for easy installation, maintenance, and spares; installed as original equipment on Boeing 737, 747, 757, and 767 aircraft, featuring life-of-the-aircraft LED lighting and four-pole switching.
• 434 Series 1/2 x 1-Inch Indicator Modular LED indicator designed for simple installation and maintenance, installed as original equipment on Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, and MD-90 aircraft, with sunlight readability and line-replaceable cap module.
• 458/ABS1436 Series Sealed Round Indicator Sealed LED indicator replacing original Airbus incandescent indicators for exterior service panels on A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft, with maintenance-free operation and Airbus Standard ABS1436 compliance.
• 476 Series 3/8 x 1-Inch Indicator Indicator with exceptional lighting and proven reliability over millions of service hours on commercial and military aircraft, using computer-optimized reflectors and proprietary legend technology for even illumination.
• Boeing 777 Spare Switches Replacement switches for Boeing 777 aircraft released in 2011 in coordination with Boeing, featuring a new one-piece cap/switch module design (32500-7XX series) fully interchangeable with original assemblies.
• ADS-B Annunciators 389 series LED switches configured for ADS-B Out installations, available in standard legend configurations for use in aircraft accommodating standard 5/8-inch annunciators, with quick delivery options.
• KDM Series AMLCD Displays High-efficiency AMLCD avionics displays optimized for sunlight readability and NVIS compatibility, including KDM340 (3ATI form factor), KDM640 and KDM1040 (standard resolution), and KDM1540 (wide aspect ratio).
• KDM Large Area Display (KPDM) 20 inch by 8 inch wide aspect ratio display head assembly providing high performance, fault tolerant solution with novel backlight technology optimizing size, weight, and power while achieving first-in-class luminance.
• KDU Series Control Display Units Packaged display solutions using KDM technology with standard avionics video/data interfaces, including KDU340, KDU840 with advanced resistive touchscreen technology, and KDU1040 with touchscreen interface and custom bezels.
• Utility Control Systems (UCS) Operator interface solutions for flight deck and crew station systems fielded on Boeing 787, 777X, Airbus A220, and Gulfstream G500/600 aircraft, providing tactile and touchscreen controls with redundant digital and discrete interfaces (ARINC-429, ARINC-825, MIL-STD-1553).
• Aerospace Control Panels High-reliability control panels for aerospace and defense applications including flight director, HUD control, weather radar, ATC/TCAS, TAWS, master caution/warning, and fire suppression, featuring LED illuminated switches and NVIS compatibility.
• Integrated Switch Panels and Bezels Flexible and configurable solutions using proprietary switching technologies (490 Membrane, 492 Area Illuminated, 493 Encapsulated Dome, 496 Garterspring product lines) for military aircraft, rotorcraft, land vehicles, and commercial aircraft.
• Aerospace Knobs Aviation-grade knobs designed for durability, distinct detectability, and reliable functionality, featuring optimal light transmission for edge-lit panels with markings visible day and night, available in NVIS green and various styles.
• Remote Data Concentrator (RDC) Versatile modular data-transmission architecture solution for rugged/tight installation environments, monitoring and controlling aircraft sensors and effectors and concentrating data onto serial data buses for IMA systems.
• Gen-3 Data Concentrator Unit (DCU) Mature in-service airborne computing design with over 4000 helicopter installations, offering up to 250 channels and many circuit interface options for complex high-volume applications including maintenance data computers and engine/airframe sensor concentrators.
• Korry Integrated Avionics Computer (KIAC) Open architecture integrated avionics computing solution that can be packaged with Korry displays and control units to provide a complete platform solution with ease of integration and upgrade over the life of program.
• Nightshield NVIS Filters Industry-leading NVIS (Night Vision Imaging System) compliant plastic light filters for aerospace and defense markets, regulating infrared emissions to prevent interference with night vision devices; engineered for temperature extremes from -55 to +85 degrees C.
• FAA/EASA Part 145 Repair Station Services FAA Part 145 and EASA Part 145 certificated repair station services providing repairs, spares, technical support, and airworthiness certification (8130-3 form) for Korry products, with 24/7 AOG (aircraft on ground) emergency support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Gen-3 DCU deployed on over 4000 helicopter installations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WencorcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary distributor for Korry spares and airline AOG (Aircraft on Ground) support. Global presence with offices in North America/Corporate (Tel: +1-678-490-0140), Miami/Latin America, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Singapore, and China. AOG Support: +1-888-864-0462.
• Sequoia DefenseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUSA small business set aside partner for distribution of MIL Spares and NVIS Products. Contact: Adrienne Brown, Tel: 1-805-637-7603, [email protected]
• VSE AviationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for Korry military spares. Contact: Pukar Pudasaini, Tel: 1-786-858-9071, [email protected]
• CMD Flight SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal leader in comprehensive ADS-B Out solutions for business and personal aircraft. Partnered with Korry to offer standard 389 LED switch configurations for ADS-B installations in aircraft accommodating standard 5/8-inch annunciators.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Collins Aerospace (RTX): Tier-1 avionics integrator supplying cockpit controls, displays, and integrated avionics suites to the same Boeing, Airbus, and military platforms as Korry, but at vastly greater scale and as part of broader avionics work packages that compete with Korry's stand-alone HMI offering.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Major supplier of cockpit controls, displays, and avionics systems across commercial and business aviation; competes with Korry on integrated control panels and Primus Epic-style suites while also being a customer of HMI components in some platforms.
• TransDigm Group: Acquired Esterline Technologies (now part of TransDigm), which supplied aerospace switches, cockpit panels, and control components directly competing with Korry's product portfolio across commercial and military aerospace.
• Safran Electronics & Defense: Provides cockpit controls, human-machine interfaces, and avionics for Airbus, Boeing, and military platforms; competes with Korry on European platforms (A220, A320 family) and offers an integrated avionics bundle similar to US Tier-1s.
• Thales Group: Supplies avionics, cockpit systems, and human-machine interface solutions for Airbus and military platforms; competes with Korry on integrated cockpit programs in Europe and broader defense avionics.
• L3Harris Technologies: Defense electronics prime with avionics, displays, and data concentration products that overlap Korry's Gen-3 DCU, KDM displays, and military cockpit offerings across DoD rotorcraft and fixed-wing platforms.
• Leonardo S.p.A. European defense and aerospace prime with avionics, helicopter electronics, and cockpit HMI products that overlap Korry's military helicopter (e.g., UH-60/Sikorsky adjacent) and European defense offerings.

Direct peers

• Ducommun Incorporated: Aerospace structural and electronic systems supplier with a dedicated cockpit controls and switches product line serving the same commercial and military platforms as Korry, with comparable size and customer overlap.
• Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Supplies ruggedized avionics computing, data concentrators, and HMI components to military and commercial aerospace with similar DO-178/254 and MIL-STD qualification profile, directly comparable to Korry's KIAC and Gen-3 DCU products.

Regional players

• Diehl Aviation: Tier-1 supplier of cockpit control panels, illuminated switches, and cabin systems primarily to Airbus and European OEMs, overlapping Korry's A220 panel and Airbus indicator business from a European manufacturing base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance15 records

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