Astronautics

What Astronautics does

Astronautics Corporation of America, founded in 1959 and headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, designs and manufactures avionics systems for the commercial and military aerospace market. Its portfolio spans three pillars: Avionics Solutions (the Badger family of 6"x8" integrated flight displays with over 1,000,000 flight hours, the RoadRunner AFI4700 electronic flight instrument for legacy analog replacement, mission and display processors, air data computers, engine data concentrator units, and the IBEX large-area display); Connected Aircraft Solutions (AeroSync Max and AeroSync Mission wireless airborne communication systems with EASA ED-203A cybersecurity, BP-series electronic flight bags, NEXIS FIS, and the nFDIMU now line-fit on the Airbus A321XLR); and Integrated Systems, formalized in June 2025 as a dedicated System Solutions business unit providing turnkey cockpit upgrades and obsolescence mitigation. The wholly-owned Kearfott Corporation subsidiary adds guidance, navigation, and motion-control systems for sea, land, air, and space applications, including an AI navigation alliance with Skyline Nav AI.

The company sells through a dual go-to-market: OEM/line-fit partnerships with Airbus Helicopters, Pilatus, Bell, Subaru, and emerging platforms such as Radia's WindRunner and ENAER's Pillan II, combined with an authorized dealer network (WCF Aerospace, Rotorcraft Services Group, Arista Aviation, Maxcraft, Central American Aviation Services, Patria Aviation, Alpha Aviation, StandardAero) and direct government sales to the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and international military operators. Revenue mechanics combine hardware sales of displays, computers, and connectivity units with subscription-based AeroSync cellular data plans and aftermarket spares, repair station services (FAA Part 145), and integration services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, structured around multi-year enterprise contracts and STC-driven retrofit programs. Certification breadth (FAA TSO, FAA STC, EASA STC, ANAC, JCAB, TCCA, India DGCA, AFAC) and a global installed base of 150,000+ civil and military aircraft constitute the core economic moat.

Name

Astronautics

Legal name

Astronautics Corporation of America

Website

https://astronautics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Astronautics Corporation of America designs and manufactures avionics systems — flight displays, electronic flight instruments, and connected aircraft solutions — for commercial and military aerospace OEMs, defense agencies, and helicopter operators, with products installed in 150,000+ aircraft globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace Avionics and Connected Aircraft Systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) & Avionics Computing Platforms (IMABAFAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Military Avionics, Mission Computers & Flight Controls (IMABAMAE), Avionics Communication Systems (VHF/UHF/SATCOM/Data Link) (IMABAFAG), Avionics & Electronics Repair (Bench Repair) (IMABALAE), Spacecraft Avionics, Flight Computers & Software (IMABACAI)

Keywords

• Avionics systems
• Flight display systems
• Airborne connectivity
• Electronic flight instruments
• Aerospace electronics

Headquarters

HQ city

Milwaukee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Avionics Hardware Sales: Sale of electronic flight displays, mission processors, air data computers, engine displays, and other avionics equipment to aircraft manufacturers and aftermarket customers
2. Subscription Connectivity Services: Subscription-based cellular data plans for AeroSync connectivity systems providing global connectivity through partnerships with internet service providers
3. Aftermarket Support and Services: Repair station services, spares, technical support, and maintenance services for installed base
4. System Integration Services: Turnkey integrated aircraft system solutions including design, development, testing, and certification support for complete cockpit upgrades

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Astronautics designs, manufactures, and certifies avionics electronics — including primary flight displays, electronic flight instruments, wireless airborne communication/connectivity systems, mission and display processors, air data computers, engine data concentrators, electronic flight bags, and cybersecurity solutions — for commercial transport, defense, and helicopter operators globally. Products are delivered through OEM line-fit integrations, FAA/EASA-certified STC retrofit programs via an authorized dealer network, and subscription-based cellular data services, with turnkey system integration delivered through a dedicated System Solutions business unit.

Product overview

Astronautics Corporation of America offers a comprehensive portfolio of avionics products and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. The product portfolio is organized into three main categories: Avionics Solutions (displays and flight instruments), Connected Aircraft Solutions (connectivity and data management), and Integrated Systems (turnkey system solutions). Key display products include the Badger Pro+ (AFD6850) and Badger (AFD6800) integrated flight display families with 6"x8" multifunction displays, and the RoadRunner (AFI4700) electronic flight instrument system for legacy instrument replacement. Connectivity offerings include AeroSync Max (wireless Airborne Communication System with cellular and Wi-Fi capabilities) and AeroSync Mission (miniature connectivity module). Electronic Flight Bags include BP5 and BP3/BP4 models. Additional products include Engine Data Concentrator Units, Air Data Computers, Mission & Display Processors, Airborne Communication Server System (ACSS), and Next Generation FDIMU. The company also provides System Solutions business unit for turnkey integrated aircraft systems, cybersecurity services for both civilian and military applications, and operates Kearfott Corporation subsidiary for guidance and navigation products. Applications include Surface Area Moving Map, CDTI, SafeBrowser, Document Reader, and FOQA/MOQA logging. The portfolio serves commercial transport, defense, and helicopter markets with products installed in over 150,000 civil and military aircraft worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AeroSync: Wireless airborne communication system (WACS) providing connectivity solutions for aircraft
• AeroSync Max
• AeroSync Mission
• Badger
• Badger Pro+
• RoadRunner
• IBEX
• NexIS
• AeroSync Max V2.1

Products and services

• Badger Pro+ (AFD6850) Integrated Flight Display System 6"x8" smart multifunction display system showing primary flight, navigation, engine, and mission data with high-definition video capability and night vision compatibility; reliability demonstrated over 1,000,000 flight hours. Used on commercial and military aircraft glass cockpit upgrades.
• Badger (AFD6800) Electronic Flight Instrument System Family of primary flight displays providing digital display capabilities with integration features for civil and military aircraft, including integrated flight information, high-resolution video, and night vision compatibility.
• RoadRunner (AFI4700) Electronic Flight Instrument System Electronic Flight Instrument system providing attitude director and horizontal situation indicator functionality as a direct replacement for legacy analog instruments, with LPV approaches, RNAV capability, synthetic vision, and field-loadable software. Used for helicopter and fixed-wing cockpit modernization.
• AeroSync Max Wireless Airborne Communication System Wireless Airborne Communication System providing secure in-flight cellular connectivity, Wi-Fi gateway functionality, data upload/download, and continuous cybersecurity updates for fixed-wing and rotorcraft platforms including Airbus Helionix helicopters (H145/H145M/H160/H225), Pilatus PC-24, and other OEM platforms.
• AeroSync Mission Connectivity System Miniature wireless connectivity module providing in-air and on-ground Wi-Fi and cellular hotspot for helicopter operators, with data collection, storage, export, optional video streaming, video storage, and engine data diagnostic services for mission and maintenance data transmission.
• BP5 Electronic Flight Bag (Retrofit) Electronic flight bag product providing flight crew document management, charts, and operational data capabilities for commercial and business aviation operators; designed for retrofit installations.
• BP3 and BP4 Dual-Processor Electronic Flight Bags Dual-processor electronic flight bag systems providing flight documentation and operational support capabilities for commercial and business aviation operators.
• NEXIS Flight Information System (FIS) Flight information system providing real-time weather, NOTAMs, and flight planning data to flight crew for enhanced operational decision making.
• Engine Data Concentrator Unit (EDCU) System that collects and concentrates engine data from multiple sources for display on flight deck displays and transmission to ground systems for engine health monitoring.
• Air Data Computers Systems processing air data parameters including altitude, airspeed, and vertical speed for flight deck indication and navigation systems.
• Mission and Display Processors Processing systems managing mission data, sensor inputs, and display generation for military and special mission aircraft.
• Airborne Communication Server System (ACSS) Military-grade cyber-secured server providing secure data upload to avionics and continuous download of recorded data for aircraft including the Airbus Tiger MkIII helicopter and other special mission platforms.
• Next Generation FDIMU (Flight Data Interface Management Unit) Flight Data Interface Management Unit providing airborne and ground data compilation, recording, and processing for enhanced aircraft operations and optimized maintenance, available as line-fit on Airbus A321XLR and as catalog option for the A320NEO family.
• System Solutions Business Unit Turnkey integrated aircraft system solutions addressing obsolescence, ensuring cybersecurity certification compliance, and adding mission capabilities for both line-fit and retrofit of commercial and military aircraft.
• IBEX Large Area Display (LAD) Fully-redundant, resistive multi-touch 20"x8" video display supporting flight, navigation, engine, and mission data presentation for helicopter cockpits.
• Aerospace Cybersecurity Solutions for Civilian Applications Cybersecurity services including threat assessment, security architecture design, and EASA ED-203A compliance support for civilian aerospace platforms.
• Military-Grade Cybersecurity Solutions Cybersecurity solutions for military aerospace applications providing secure connectivity, data protection, and threat defense for connected aircraft systems.
• Custom Displays Development Services Custom display development service providing tailored cockpit display solutions for specific aircraft and mission requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products installed in over 150,000 civil and military aircraft worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, minor and strategic.

• AirbuscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 6 March 2026Astronautics is collaborating with Airbus to deliver AeroSync Max V2.1 connectivity upgrade (wACS) for Helionix-equipped fleet including H145, H145M, H160, and H225 helicopters. Previously provided line-fit connectivity for H125, H130, H160M, and H225/M helicopters.
• WCF AerospacecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 March 2026Partnership with WCF Aerospace, an FAA Part 145 maintenance/repair/overhaul facility and authorized Astronautics dealer, to pursue FAA STC for RoadRunner EFI as retrofit solution for Sikorsky UH-60 A/L Black Hawk helicopters. Expected certification Q4 2026.
• Life Link IIIcoreTechnology or Integration · 5 March 2026Astronautics providing AeroSync Mission connectivity system and cellular data plan as aftermarket solution for Life Link III's AW119 air medical helicopters serving Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Upper Midwest.
• Pilatus AircraftcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 7 October 2025AeroSync Max has been introduced as the line-fit connectivity system for the Pilatus PC-24 Super Versatile Jet, EASA ED-203A cybersecurity certified.
• RadiaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025Astronautics signed agreement with Radia for design and development of complete avionics system solution for WindRunner cargo aircraft - the world's largest aircraft by volume. The aircraft is designed for large-scale logistics in energy, aerospace & defense, and emergency response missions.
• Empresa Nacional de Aeronautica de Chile (ENAER)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 31 March 2025Contract awarded by ENAER to develop complete avionics system solution for Pillan II trainer aircraft - replacement for 33 ENAER T-35 trainers for Chilean Air Force.
• Alpha AviationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 March 2025Tokyo-based Alpha Aviation collaborating with Astronautics and StandardAero for JCAB co-validation of FAA STC for RoadRunner EFI on Leonardo A109 helicopters.
• StandardAerocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 March 2025StandardAero collaborating with Astronautics and Alpha Aviation for JCAB co-validation of FAA STC for RoadRunner EFI on Leonardo A109 helicopters.
• Patria AviationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 July 2024Patria Aviation received EASA STC 10082814 for RoadRunner EFI on Bell 212/412EP helicopters.
• Nova SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2024Partnership for secure airborne C4ISR mission system with AeroSync Max providing mission data transmission for Leonardo AW139/189 and Sikorsky S-92 helicopters in SAR roles. Extended to more than 20 additional installations.
• Erickson IncorporatedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2024Astronautics selected to provide glass cockpit solution for 12 S-64 Air Crane helicopters including Badger Pro+ Gen 2.0, engine data concentrator unit, AeroSync Mission connectivity, and systems integration for crane and firefighting missions.
• All Native Group (ANG)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 July 2022Partnership with All Native Group, award-winning federal services division of Ho-Chunk Inc., as awardee for USAF Air Combat Command IDIQ to bid cybersecurity products, integrated avionics systems, and secure connectivity solutions.
• Extant AerospaceminorOthers · 20 May 2022Sale of legacy electromechanical product line (HSI, ADI, BDHI) to Extant Aerospace for aftermarket sustainment. Extant, a TransDigm Group company, specializes in supporting OEMs with obsolescence management and lifecycle sustainment.
• Arista AviationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 20 October 2020Arista Aviation, authorized dealer, integrated RoadRunner EFIS into HH-60L Firehawk configuration for Santa Barbara County Sheriff-Fire Air Support Unit.
• Rotorcraft Services Group (RSG)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 22 July 2020RSG is 412/212 STC holder and PMA installation kit provider for RoadRunner EFI on Bell platforms, and authorized Astronautics dealer and installer.
• Kearfott CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationKearfott Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Astronautics Corporation of America, specializing in guidance, navigation, and motion control systems for aerospace and defense for sea, land, air, and space applications. Founded in 1918, Kearfott has facilities in New Jersey, North Carolina, Texas, and Mexico.
• Skyline Nav AIstrategicTechnology or IntegrationKearfott Corporation formed alliance with Skyline Nav AI to develop AI-powered navigation and positioning technology. Within 12 months, recognized as runner-up for innovative technology at SXSW conference and presented at Institute of Navigation's Joint Navigation Conference.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Garmin (Aviation segment): Garmin's aviation division produces integrated flight decks, electronic flight instruments, and ADS-B/synthetic vision systems for general aviation, business jets, and helicopters — directly competing with Astronautics' Badger and RoadRunner product lines across retrofit and OEM channels.
• CMC Electronics: CMC Electronics designs and manufactures avionics systems including cockpit displays and flight management systems for commercial and military aircraft. Astronautics' System Solutions Director Eytan Saletsky previously led the Cockpit-4000 program at CMC, underscoring direct competitive overlap in helicopter and regional aircraft avionics.
• Universal Avionics: Universal Avionics provides retrofit avionics including flight management systems, displays, and synthetic vision for business jets, helicopters, and special mission aircraft — directly comparable to Astronautics' RoadRunner and Badger retrofit offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell is a dominant avionics incumbent offering integrated flight decks, navigation, and connectivity solutions across large commercial, business aviation, and military platforms. It competes with Astronautics on helicopter and transport cockpit modernization programs but operates at much greater scale and portfolio breadth.
• Collins Aerospace: Collins Aerospace (RTX) provides avionics, displays, flight controls, and connectivity across commercial and military aerospace. It is a broad incumbent competing with Astronautics in cockpit modernization and connected aircraft solutions across transport, rotorcraft, and special mission segments.
• Thales Avionics: Thales provides avionics suites, flight management systems, and connectivity solutions for commercial aircraft and helicopters globally. It competes with Astronautics on Airbus helicopter platforms and in the broader military and commercial avionics modernization market.
• L3Harris Technologies: L3Harris provides avionics, mission systems, and secure communications for defense and commercial aviation, including display and processing systems that overlap with Astronautics' mission processor and secure connectivity portfolio in military applications.
• BAE Systems Electronic Systems: BAE Systems develops electronic warfare, avionics, and flight control systems for military aircraft — a broad incumbent competing with Astronautics' Kearfott subsidiary and avionics modernization programs in defense markets.

Emerging players

• Avidyne Corporation: Avidyne develops integrated flight decks, ADS-B, and situational awareness avionics for general aviation and light helicopter markets — overlapping with Astronautics' lower-end retrofit offerings though with a more general aviation-centric focus.

Regional players

• Saab (Aerospace): Saab provides avionics and electronic systems for military and civil aircraft, with stronger European and Scandinavian defense market focus. It is a regional incumbent with overlapping capabilities in cockpit systems and surveillance avionics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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