The aerospace supply chain is under growing strain as tariffs and global labor unrest disrupt critical component imports in late 2025. U.S. manufacturers are facing lead times of 10–14 weeks for specialized parts, driving production delays and pushing costs up an estimated 12%. These pressures are impacting both defense and commercial aviation. While reshoring and AI-driven supply chains may improve long-term resilience, short-term volatility remains a serious challenge.
erospace Supply Chain Disruptions Deepen as Tariffs and Delays Hit 2025 Production
