Aerospace Bearings Market Report 2026

The aerospace bearings market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $9.6 billion in 2025 to $10.67 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in commercial and military aircraft production increasing demand for high-performance bearings, rising adoption of advanced airframe and engine designs requiring specialized bearing types, expansion of maintenance repair and overhaul activities supporting replacement of aerospace bearings, increased focus on reducing friction and load to improve aircraft efficiency, adoption of precision-engineered bearings to enhance reliability of flight control and engine management systems.

The aerospace bearings market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.66 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to anticipated rise in next-generation aircraft programs driving demand for lightweight and durable bearings, growing use of advanced materials such as ceramics and composites to improve bearing performance, increasing emphasis on extended bearing life to reduce maintenance cycles, expansion of global air travel boosting requirements for new aircraft and associated components, rising integration of smart monitoring technologies in aerospace systems enhancing demand for high-spec bearings. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for high-load-capacity bearings for landing gear assemblies, growing use of corrosion-resistant ceramic and composite bearings, increasing requirement for lightweight bearings to enhance aircraft fuel efficiency, rising adoption of advanced bearing designs for high-temperature engine environments, expanding utilization of miniaturized precision bearings in aerospace instrument systems.

The increasing demand for commercial aircraft is expected to propel the growth of the aerospace bearings market going forward. Commercial aircraft, often referred to as airliners, are aircraft designed for transporting passengers and cargo as part of commercial air travel. The commercial aircraft fleet is expanding due to rising global air travel demand, prompting airlines to increase capacity and introduce new routes. Aerospace bearings support this growth by reducing friction, enhancing reliability, and accommodating heavier loads to ensure efficient and safe aircraft operations. For instance, in January 2025, Airbus, a France-based aircraft manufacturer, delivered 766 commercial aircraft in 2024, up from 735 in 2023. Therefore, the increasing demand for commercial aircraft is driving the growth of the aerospace bearings market.

Major companies in the aerospace bearings market are developing innovative solutions, such as turbine generator bearings, to improve the efficiency and reliability of aerospace applications. Turbine generator bearings are specialized components that support the rotating elements of turbine generators used in various aerospace and industrial systems. For example, in April 2024, NSK Ltd., a Japan-based manufacturing company, launched a new gas turbine generator bearing for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, including large drones. This advanced bearing features a proprietary lubrication mechanism that reduces lubricant supply requirements by nearly 80%, extends flight range, supports high-speed performance exceeding 2.5 million dmn, and minimizes power loss by about 30% compared to traditional jet lubrication systems. Its design also enables lighter oil supply scavenge pumps and lubricant tanks, boosting eVTOL efficiency.

In October 2025, Graham Corporation, a U.S.-based manufacturer of vacuum and heat transfer equipment, acquired Xdot Bearing Technologies for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Graham Corporation aims to integrate Xdot’s patented foil bearing technology to enhance its high-speed rotating machinery capabilities and accelerate growth in the aerospace, defense, and energy transition markets. Xdot Bearing Technologies is a U.S.-based engineering and technology company specializing in aerospace bearings.

Major companies operating in the aerospace bearings market are AST Bearings LLC, EnPro Industries Inc., JTEKT Corporation, Kaman Corporation, New Hampshire Ball Bearings Inc., National Precision Bearing Group of Mechatronics Inc., RBC Bearings Incorporated, SKF Group, Schaeffler AG, NTN Corporation, The Timken Company, Pacamor Kubar Bearings (PKB), Regal Beloit Corporation, Schatz Bearing Corporation, HKT Bearings Limited, GGB Bearing Technology, NSK Ltd., THK CO. LTD., Aurora Bearing Company, Precision Bearing Co., SGL Bearings India Private Limited, Spherical Bearings Private Limited, The Barden Corporation., The General Bearing Corporation., The Torrington Company., TimkenSteel Corporation, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, Wafangdian Bearing Co Ltd., Zhejiang Tianma Bearing Co Ltd., ZYS Bearing Co Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the aerospace bearings market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the aerospace bearings market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the aerospace bearings 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 impacting the aerospace bearings market by increasing the cost of imported raw materials such as specialty alloys, stainless steel, and engineered composites, thereby raising overall manufacturing expenses and extending delivery timelines. Segments most affected include roller bearings, ceramic bearings, and engine system bearings, particularly in regions with heavy import dependence such as Asia-Pacific and Europe. Despite these challenges, tariffs are driving positive effects by encouraging local sourcing, promoting domestic production capacity, and strengthening supply chain resilience for aerospace-grade bearings.

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Aerospace bearings are components used in aerospace applications to reduce load and friction between moving or rotating parts, minimizing radial and axial forces within an aircraft. These bearings play a crucial role in facilitating the movement of various components such as seats, doors, and engine management and flight control systems, ensuring smooth operation without failures.

The main types of bearings in aerospace applications include plain bearings, roller bearings, ball bearings, and others. Plain bearings are particularly utilized in aerospace applications to enhance fuel efficiency, extend maintenance intervals, and reduce carbon emissions. They find installation in various aircraft systems, including wing systems, flight controls, cockpit controls, and auxiliary power units. Aerospace bearings are constructed using materials such as stainless steel, fiber-reinforced composites, engineered plastics, ceramics, and alloys. These materials are employed in different applications across landing gear, cockpit controls, aerostructures, aircraft systems, engines and auxiliary power units (APUs), doors, and aircraft interiors.

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

The aerospace bearings market consists of sales of aircraft track rollers, airframe control bearings, spherical bearings, rod end bearings, instrument bearings, and thrust bearings. 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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