Aerospace and Defense Filters Market Report 2026

The aerospace and defense filters market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.05 billion in 2025 to $1.1 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing use of filters to protect critical aerospace and defense systems, adoption of hydraulic and fuel filtration in military vehicles and aircraft, development of high-efficiency air filters for avionics and cabin systems, rising demand for maintenance and replacement filters in operational fleets, implementation of strict aerospace and defense quality standards for filtration components.

The aerospace and defense filters market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.31 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for advanced filtration technologies with higher contaminant removal efficiency, expansion of filter applications in next-generation aircraft and unmanned defense systems, focus on lightweight and durable filter materials, integration of sensors and monitoring systems in filters for predictive maintenance, increasing procurement of specialized filters for extreme environmental and mission-critical conditions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for high-efficiency contamination control systems, growth in filter usage driven by expanding aerospace fleets, rising adoption of advanced multi-layer filtration media, increased focus on lightweight, durable, heat-resistant materials, integration of filters optimized for next-generation aircraft and defense platforms.

The rise in international air traffic is anticipated to boost the growth of the aerospace and defense filters market in the near future. International air traffic involves the movement of passengers, cargo, and aircraft across national borders through air transportation. It serves as a crucial measure of global connectivity and economic activity. This growth is driven by the resurgence in global travel demand, relaxation of government travel restrictions, expansion of airline networks, and enhanced international connectivity. Aerospace and defense filters contribute to international air traffic by ensuring clear communication free from interference and reliable navigation systems, which collectively enhance safety, efficiency, and coordination in global airspace. For example, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a Switzerland-based airline trade body, reported in January 2024 that total air traffic in 2023, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), increased by 36.9% compared to 2022. Specifically, international traffic rose by 41.6% during the same timeframe. As a result, the surge in international air traffic is propelling the aerospace and defense filters market.

Leading players in the aerospace and defense filters market are prioritizing technological innovations such as nanofiber-enhanced filter media to boost filtration efficiency, enable predictive maintenance, and prolong the operational life of vital aircraft and defense system components. Nanofiber-enhanced filter media employ ultra-fine synthetic fibers to dramatically improve particulate capture while maintaining minimal airflow resistance. For instance, in October 2024, Gessner, a German filtration technology company, introduced its MecNa 3D-structured nanofiber air filter media. This product incorporates ultrafine nanofibers within the filter structure and represents a significant advancement in aerospace-grade filtration technology by offering superior dust-holding capacity, consistent airflow resistance, and enhanced durability suited for critical filtration applications.

In September 2025, Vance Street Capital, a US-based private equity firm, and Keltec Technolab, a US-based air compressor supplier, jointly acquired Swift Filters for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition aims to integrate Keltec’s capabilities in compressed air and gas filtration with Swift’s long-standing expertise in hydraulic filtration, enabling the creation of a comprehensive, one-stop filtration product portfolio for their combined customer base. Swift Filters is a US-based industrial filter manufacturer that supplies filtration solutions for the aerospace and defense sectors.

Major companies operating in the aerospace and defense filters market are Safran Filtration Systems, Eaton Corporation, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Amphenol Corporation, GKN Aerospace, Donaldson Company Inc., Camfil AB, Lydall Filtration Solutions, Holllingsworth & Vose Company, Pall Corporation, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, Meggitt PLC, Porvair Filtration Group, PTI Technologies Inc., Champion Aerospace LLC, Swift Filters Inc., Norman Filter Company, APC Filtration, Recco Products Inc., Porous Metal Filters Inc.

North America was the largest region in the aerospace and defense filters market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aerospace and defense filters market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are reshaping the aerospace and defense filters market by increasing the cost of imported metals, advanced composites, and precision filtration components essential for air, liquid, and hydraulic systems. These duties particularly affect metal mesh filters, high-grade fiberglass, and synthetic filter media, with regions such as North America and Europe experiencing the most pressure. Military aircraft, UAVs, and OEM segments face longer lead times and higher production costs, while some aftermarket suppliers benefit from growth in local manufacturing. Despite challenges, tariffs can stimulate domestic production, diversify supply chains, and strengthen long-term market resilience.

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Aerospace and defense filters are precisely engineered components designed to eliminate contaminants from air, fuel, hydraulic, and electronic systems in aircraft and military platforms. They safeguard critical subsystems by blocking particle entry, preventing signal interference, and avoiding fluid contamination. These filters improve system reliability, sustain operational performance under harsh conditions, and ensure adherence to stringent aerospace and defense standards. They play a key role in mission safety, lower maintenance requirements, and prolong equipment life.

The primary materials used in aerospace and defense filters include metal mesh filters, fiberglass filters, pleated paper filters, and other types. Metal mesh filters are made from woven or sintered metal wires - commonly stainless steel or aluminum - creating a durable, reusable filtration medium. These filters serve various purposes, including air and liquid filtration, across a range of platforms such as commercial and regional aircraft, military aircraft, helicopters, general aviation, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), spacecraft, and ground defense systems. They are marketed through both direct and indirect sales channels to end users like original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket.

The countries covered in the aerospace and defense filters market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aerospace and defense filters market consists of sales of air filters, fuel filters, and hydraulic filters. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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