Our business and general aviation coverage spans in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment and cabin management systems and we’ll soon be developing a brand new body of research on urban air mobility. Browse syndicated reports below or enquire about our bespoke consultancy services.

The Market for IFC in Business Aviation - 2026

‘The Market for IFC in Business Aviation – 2026’ is the fifth edition of Valour’s popular flagship report on cabin connectivity in business aviation.

This edition will provide a pointed analysis focussing on the evolving IFC landscape. Key themes include:

  • The present and future impact of existing LEO networks such as Starlink and OneWeb.
  • The evolution of L-band, air-to-ground and GEO Ka-/Ku-band solutions on the market.
  • Predictions for the future competitive environment factoring in incoming networks such as Amazon Leo and Telesat.

Qualitative analysis will explore market trends – such as multi-network setups and the changing role of the service provider – and offer insight into opportunities in both the line-fit and retrofit markets. This will be accompanied by a comprehensive dataset that sizes up the global fleet of business jets and turboprops, installed base by aircraft type, region and connectivity technology, and service revenues across the forecast window (2025-2035). Market share statistics will also be provided at the network operator and service provider levels.

Estimated Q3 2026

The Market for IFC in Business Aviation - 2025

Valour’s popular report on the adoption of in-flight connectivity in business aviation is now in its fourth edition. A key focus of this update is the emergence of new NGSO solutions that will necessitate the move to a multi-orbit, multi-band future defined by software.

Published Q2 2025

The Future of Advanced Air Mobility - 2026

This inaugural report examines the evolving landscape of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), capturing the passenger, cargo and specialist use cases, as well as an unparalleled deep dive into vertiport and infrastructure build-out. The report explores the key micro drivers and constraints shaping future growth across each use case and by region.

It includes detailed scenario modelling of fleet development and operating economics, explicitly factoring in constraints around battery energy density, certification timelines, pilot supply, infrastructure buildout, airspace integration, and, most critically, operating economics and real-world demand.

Macro market trends and technological enablers are covered in detail, while onboard connectivity forecasts and a forecast of the fleet are also included. Optimistic and pessimistic scenario modelling offers a view of the breadth of potential outcomes of this nascent market making this study invaluable to participating vendors, stakeholders and potential investors across the AAM space.

Published Q2 2026

The Future of Commercial Drones: Delivery, Inspection & Agriculture - 2026

Valour Consultancy’s new report on the market for commercial drones provides a detailed analysis of how the use of UAS across delivery, inspection, surveillance and agriculture will grow out to 2050.

It offers annual UAS fleet data broken down by region and use case, as well as global optimistic and pessimistic scenario modelling to capture the range of potential market outcomes. Quantitative outputs are underpinned by detailed qualitative analysis, in addition to information on connectivity options, the competitive environment, macro factors, and an overview of emerging technology such as batteries.

This report is suitable for organisations and stakeholders involved in the UAS market as it helps vendors position themselves and investors to choose the right direction to move towards in this nascent market.

Published Q2 2026

The Future of Flat Panel Antennas – 2026

This second edition report signifies a muchneeded refresh on our 2023 report on the market for flat panel antennas. Today, many of the barriers which once held back the rate of adoption of flat panel antennas have now dissipated and installations are rising rapidly across all mobility applications. This study provides an update on how low-profile antennas continue to offer redundancy and low latency connectivity solutions across aviation applications including commercial aviation, business aviation and military (including UAV’s), as well as in maritime and land mobility sectors.  

In a deep-dive report format, this study provides a comprehensive analysis of market statistics, influencing factors, and key company profiles. It also offers an updated assessment of the evolving competitive landscape, highlighting which vendors are best positioned for success. Forecasts include unit shipments and revenue projections across all sectors through to 2035.

Published Q1 2026

Satellite D2D: Its Role in Commercial Applications - 2026

Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity is reshaping the future of global communications. By allowing smartphones and IoT devices to link directly with satellites, D2D offers a solution to ongoing coverage gaps while unlocking entirely new markets. Such capability is expected to enable the future management of autonomous platforms such as drones in areas lacking terrestrial coverage.

With spectrum and regulation evolving, and momentum building, the window is open. A wave of new partnerships, business models, and applications is taking shape to capture growing demand. Industry players must act now to refine strategy, gain advantage, and influence the future of universal connectivity.

This brand-new study from Valour Consultancy will explore the transformation of commercial D2D technologies, identifying the companies, technologies and strategies best positioned to lead this rapidly emerging market. It will provide a 10-year market outlook, detailing assumption, future trends and forecasts out to 2034.

Estimated Q2 2026

Free Whitepaper - Business and VVIP Travel Demands Next-Generation Connectivity

There’s no one-size fits all IFC solution in business aviation. What may work for one aircraft owner might not be suitable for another with a different operational profile. This makes it imperative to understand how the industry will evolve in the coming years – not least because we’re at the intersection of a technological revolution that will see the hardware-centric approach of old make way for a future defined by software.

This whitepaper, developed with ST Engineering iDirect, sets out what this software-defined future will look like, and the many ways in which it will benefit the business aviation community.

Published Q2 2023

Free Infographic - IFC in Business Aviation

This free infographic introduces some of the key findings from the connectivity element of Valour Consultancy’s 2022 report, “The Market for IFEC and CMS on VVIP and Business Aircraft“.

Published Q1 2023