What Rogerson Kratos does

Rogerson Kratos is a US-based avionics designer and integrator focused on cockpit modernization for military and commercial aircraft. As a subsidiary of Rogerson Corporation and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company supplies multifunction displays (MFD), Integrated Engine Display Systems (IEDS), Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS), display units, Data Acquisition Units (DAU), and Communication/Navigation/Surveillance systems, alongside mission-specific solutions such as the Firehawk Internal Water Tank System for firefighting rotorcraft.

The company's products are installed across more than 15,000 aircraft operating in over 140 countries, with relationships spanning 48+ government agencies, 200+ airline operators, and OEMs including Bell, Boeing, and Airbus. Military platforms supported include the UH-60 Black Hawk, F-16, and C-130. Rogerson Kratos holds FAA and JAA repair station approvals, which allow it to certify and sustain avionics on Type-Certificated airframes.

The business model centers on engineering, certification, and aftermarket support of avionics upgrades, monetized through OEM supply, STC-driven retrofit programs, defense procurement contracts, and recurring maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) of the installed base. Near-term commercial activity is concentrated on a new touchscreen glass display product line, expansion into mission systems for SAR, border patrol, and drone detection, and qualification on the Korea Aerospace T-50/FA-50 trainer platform.

Name

Rogerson Kratos

Legal name

Rogerson Kratos

Website

https://rogersonkratos.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Rogerson Kratos is an Irvine, California-based avionics subsidiary of Rogerson Corporation that designs and integrates cockpit modernization systems, including displays, EFIS, and mission avionics, for military and commercial aircraft operators across 140+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Avionics Systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Avionics, Mission Computers & Flight Controls (IMABAMAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Avionics Integration, Wiring Harnesses & Installation Kits (IMABAFAL), Special-Mission Fixed-Wing Aircraft Manufacturing (ISR, AEW&C, Patrol) (IMABAAAH), Military Aircraft Platforms (Fixed-Wing) (IMABAMAA), Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) & Avionics Computing Platforms (IMABAFAI)

Keywords

• Cockpit avionics systems
• Military aircraft avionics
• Avionics repair services
• Multi-function displays
• Flight instrument systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

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, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Avionics Hardware Sales: Sale of cockpit avionics equipment including Multi-Function Displays, Integrated Engine Display Systems, Electronic Flight Instrument Systems, and related components for military and commercial aircraft
2. Aftermarket Support Services: Repair and overhaul services through FAA- and JAA-approved stations, technical publications, exchange programs, engineering support, extended warranties, and spares supply
3. Training Services: Factory-standard training programs for customer personnel on avionics systems operation and maintenance

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Rogerson Kratos designs and manufactures cockpit avionics for military and commercial fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. Core offerings include Multi-Function Displays (MFD), Integrated Engine Display Systems (IEDS), and Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS), complemented by Data Acquisition Units, Display Units, and specialized firefighting avionics. The company also provides FAA- and JAA-approved repair, overhaul, training, and spares support for its installed base.

Product overview

Rogerson Kratos offers a comprehensive suite of avionics products for both military and commercial fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. The product portfolio centers on Multi-Function Displays (MFD) and Integrated Engine Display Systems (IEDS) as core offerings, complemented by specialized Display Units, Data Acquisition Units (DAU), Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS), and Engine Hydraulic Pressure Displays. The company provides cockpit modernization solutions for Boeing (737, 747, 767, KC-135, AH-64, CH-47), Airbus (A320, A340), Lockheed Martin (C130, F16, C5M), Bell (412, 427, 429, 430, 412EPI), Sikorsky (S61, S76, UH60, CH53), and other platforms. Solutions span communications (SATCOM, CPDLC), navigation (synthetic vision, flight plans), surveillance (ADS-B, TCAS, TAWS), and specialized firefighting avionics for aircraft including the UH-60 Blackhawk.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AEG (Aircraft Equipment Group): Aircraft equipment group brand operated under Rogerson Corporation
• Top Drop Fire
• UH-60 Black Hawk Safety & Support

Products and services

• Multi-Function Displays (MFD) Digital cockpit displays providing pilots with flight instrumentation, engine monitoring, and situational awareness information for fixed-wing and rotary aircraft including UH-60, B412, and B429.
• Integrated Engine Display Systems (IEDS) Engine monitoring and display systems for transport and military aircraft including CN-235, C-212, and C295 platforms, providing integrated engine data visualization.
• Display Units (DU) Primary cockpit display units available in NVG and non-NVG variants for Bell 412, 412EPI, 427, 429, and 430 helicopters, offered in multiple model numbers and shipset quantities.
• Data Acquisition Units (DAU) Electronic units that collect and process flight data from aircraft sensors for display on cockpit instruments, compatible with Bell 412, 427, and 429 helicopters.
• Course/Heading Select Panels (CHSP) Navigation control panels allowing pilots to select and set course and heading information, available in NVG-compatible variants for various helicopter platforms.
• Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) Digital flight instrument system for military helicopters including A109, providing electronic flight displays with SAR and SAF variants in NVG-compatible configurations.
• Engine Hydraulic Pressure Display (EHPD) Engine monitoring display specifically for hydraulic pressure parameters on T-50 and FA-50 military trainer aircraft manufactured by Korea Aerospace Inc.
• Cabin/EPS Battery Indicator (CEBI) Indicator display for cabin and emergency power system battery status on T-50 and FA-50 aircraft.
• Integrated Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) Systems Cockpit systems integrating SATCOM, DATA-LINK, ATN, FANS, CPDLC communications; flight plans, CFIT prevention, synthetic vision navigation; and weather radar, ADS-B, TCAS, TAWS, CAMS surveillance capabilities.
• IIDS (Integrated Indicating Display System) Integrated indicating display system for Bell 430 helicopters, providing engine and flight instrument data on a single display unit.
• Firefighting Avionics System Advanced avionics for firefighting aircraft including digital displays, moving maps, ADS-B, GPS navigation, precision hover, digital ADAHRS, NVG compatibility, radar altimeter, and high-definition FLIR cameras. Meets Cal Fire and U.S. Forestry requirements.
• Firehawk Internal Water Tank System Internal water tank system for UH-60 Blackhawk firefighting aircraft with snorkel capability, supporting ground fill from both tank sides, 1000 GPM refill rate, and tank in/out in 15 minutes.
• FAA/JAA-Approved Repair and Overhaul Services Repair, overhaul, training, technical publications, exchange programs, engineering support, extended warranties, and spares supply for Rogerson Kratos products worldwide through FAA- and JAA-approved stations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15000+ aircraft flying with Rogerson Kratos systems
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Garmin: Leading avionics manufacturer with strong presence in general aviation, business aviation, and increasingly military/helicopter markets. Offers integrated flight decks, displays, and navigation systems that overlap with Rogerson Kratos's rotary-wing and special-mission product lines.
• Honeywell Aerospace: One of the largest avionics primes globally, offering cockpit displays, flight management systems, and navigation equipment across commercial and military aviation. Competes with Rogerson Kratos in cockpit modernization but serves a much broader portfolio of platforms.
• Collins Aerospace: Major avionics manufacturer producing flight decks, displays, and communication/navigation/surveillance systems for commercial and military aircraft. Directly competes with Rogerson Kratos in cockpit modernization programs across Boeing, Airbus, and military platforms.
• L3Harris Technologies: Defense technology company producing avionics, displays, and electronic warfare systems for military platforms. Competes with Rogerson Kratos in military helicopter and fixed-wing modernization programs.
• Thales Avionics: Global avionics supplier providing cockpit display systems, flight management, and surveillance equipment for commercial and military aircraft. Competes particularly in European military and helicopter markets where Rogerson Kratos also serves customers.
• Esterline Technologies (now TransDigm): Acquired by TransDigm, Esterline was a major supplier of cockpit displays, control systems, and avionics components across military and commercial aviation. The portfolio overlaps with Rogerson Kratos's display and engine monitoring products.

Emerging players

• Avidyne Corporation: Avionics manufacturer focused on integrated flight decks, displays, and traffic surveillance for general aviation and light helicopter markets. Partial overlap with Rogerson Kratos in display and surveillance capabilities.
• Aspen Avionics: Smaller avionics company specializing in retrofit display systems and ADS-B solutions for general aviation. Comparable as a retrofit-focused player but primarily serves lighter aircraft than Rogerson Kratos.

Direct peers

• Universal Avionics: Specialty avionics company focused on cockpit modernization, flight management systems, and synthetic vision for business, commercial, and special-mission aircraft. Closely comparable to Rogerson Kratos as a retrofit and modernization specialist.
• Genesys Aerosystems: Specialty avionics manufacturer producing flight display systems, autopilots, and avionics upgrades for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. Directly competes with Rogerson Kratos in helicopter cockpit modernization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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