Tempest

What Tempest does

Tempest, legally operating as Aero Accessories, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of FAA-PMA approved replacement components for general aviation piston-engine aircraft. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Burlington, the company produces a comprehensive portfolio organized across pneumatic products (dry air pumps, pneumatic components and parts, stand-by systems), fuel products (mechanical fuel pumps and Platinum Electronic Fluid Pumps), filtration products (induction air filters under the AeroGuard line, oil filters, oil filter adapters), ignition products (aviation spark plugs marketed as the "World's Best Aviation Spark Plugs"), and supporting specialty tools. The company holds FAA-PMA certification for its products, which is the regulatory prerequisite for installation on type-certified aircraft.

The company's business model is hardware sales of aviation consumable and replaceable components, with a dual-channel go-to-market combining a global network of authorized aviation parts distributors serving MRO facilities and fleet operators, and a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront at aeroaccessories.com serving individual aircraft owners and private pilots. Revenue is generated across both new OEM-quality components and overhauled (refurbished) variants, providing price-point flexibility for different customer budgets. The company is a subsidiary of TAG Aviation, a diversified aviation conglomerate whose portfolio also includes the Alcor, Consolidated Fuel Systems, Marvel Schebler, and Precision Airmotive sister brands covering related fuel, ignition, and carburetion categories.

Tempest serves three primary customer segments: individual general aviation aircraft owners and flight schools performing their own maintenance; professional aircraft MRO facilities; and aviation fleet operators requiring standardized parts. Brand-building is supported by a multi-channel marketing approach including website e-commerce, social media presence across Facebook, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube, email newsletters, and customer testimonials. The company issues ongoing service bulletins and engineering concurrences to maintain regulatory compliance and part substitutability, and recently expanded into the air filtration category with the January 2026 launch of the FAA-PMA certified AeroGuard induction air filter line.

Name

Tempest

Legal name

Aero Accessories

Website

https://tempestplus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tempest (Aero Accessories) manufactures FAA-PMA certified replacement components for general aviation piston-engine aircraft, including dry air pumps, spark plugs, oil filters, fuel pumps, and induction air filters. The company serves individual aircraft owners, MRO facilities, and fleet operators through authorized distributors and direct e-commerce, operating as a subsidiary of TAG Aviation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Engine Components

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Aircraft Engines & Engine Parts (3724)

akta.pro primary industry

Engine Control, Fuel & Ignition Systems (FADEC/Accessories) (IMABADAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aerospace Actuation, Hydraulics & Pneumatics Components (IMABANAC), Business & General Aviation Aircraft Manufacturing (IMABAAAC)

Keywords

• Aviation engine components
• Aircraft spare parts
• FAA-PMA approved parts
• Aircraft ignition products
• Pneumatic aviation systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Burlington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Aviation Component Sales: Direct sales of pneumatic, ignition, and filtration products for general aviation aircraft. Revenue generated through both new and overhauled (refurbished) product lines. Products include dry air pumps, spark plugs, fuel pumps, oil filters, and specialty tools.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Tempest manufactures and sells FAA-PMA approved aviation engine components for general aviation aircraft, including OEM dry air pumps, spark plugs, oil filters, fuel pumps, induction air filters (AeroGuard), oil filter adapters, pneumatic stand-by systems, and specialty installation tools. Products are offered in both new and overhauled variants and are distributed through a global network of authorized aviation parts distributors and the company's direct e-commerce channel.

Product overview

Tempest is a leading brand of pneumatic, ignition, and filtration products for aviation. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized into three main categories: (1) Pneumatic Products including Dry Air Pumps (OEM), pneumatic Components & Parts, and Stand-by Systems; (2) Fuel Products including Fuel Pumps and Platinum Electronic Fluid Pumps; and (3) Filtration & Ignition Products including Induction Air Filters (AeroGuard™), Oil Filters, Oil Filter Adapters, and Spark Plugs. The product line is complemented by Support Tools for spark plug, oil filter, and dry air pump servicing. Tempest positions its spark plugs as the 'World's Best Aviation Spark Plugs' and has recently launched the FAA-PMA certified AeroGuard™ air filter line. The brand operates as part of the Tempest Plus marketing group alongside sister brands Alcor, Consolidated Fuel Systems, Marvel Schebler, and Precision Airmotive.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tempest AeroGuard: FAA-PMA induction air filters product line
• Tempest Plus

Products and services

• Dry Air Pumps
• Spark Plugs Aviation spark plugs for piston aircraft engines, available in Fine Wire variants, marketed as 'World's Best Aviation Spark Plugs' for use on vintage and modern aircraft.
• Oil Filters Aviation engine oil filters designed for piston aircraft engines, part of Tempest's filtration product line.
• Fuel Pumps Aviation fuel pumps for piston aircraft engines, available in new, overhauled, and parts configurations.
• Tempest AeroGuard Induction Air Filters FAA-PMA certified induction air filters for aviation piston engines, representing Tempest's expansion into the air filtration category with a quality and innovation offering.
• Platinum Electronic Fluid Pumps Electronic fluid pumps for fuel delivery in aviation applications, featuring advanced electronic controls for precision fuel management.
• Stand-by Systems Emergency pneumatic standby systems for aviation, providing backup functionality for critical aircraft pneumatic systems.
• Pneumatic Components & Parts Comprehensive range of pneumatic components including fittings, kits, new and overhauled valves, and pneumatic filters for aircraft pneumatic systems.
• Oil Filter Adapters Specialty adapters for oil filter installations across various aircraft engine configurations, supporting filter compatibility.

Quantifiable outcome

• Testimonials indicate improved engine reliability and idle performance compared to competing spark plug brands

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• AlcorminorOthersAlcor is a sister brand under the Tempest Aero group, specializing in aviation fuel system components. Both brands are part of the same parent company (tempestaero.com) and may share distribution channels and manufacturing synergies.
• Consolidated Fuel SystemsminorOthersConsolidated Fuel Systems is a sister brand under the Tempest Aero group, offering fuel system products. Part of the same parent company portfolio with potential cross-selling and distribution alignment.
• Marvel ScheblerminorOthersMarvel Schebler is a well-known aviation carburetor brand that is part of the Tempest Aero portfolio. Represents historical brand acquisition in the aviation components space.
• Precision AirmotiveminorOthersPrecision Airmotive is another aviation carburetor brand within the Tempest Aero group, complementing the Marvel Schebler brand and expanding the company's presence in fuel metering systems.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Continental Motors: Major manufacturer of certified piston aircraft engines and a major supplier of OEM and aftermarket engine parts, accessories, and overhaul services. Overlaps directly with Tempest's installed base of Continental-powered aircraft and competes for replacement parts share.
• Lycoming Engines: Largest manufacturer of certified piston aircraft engines, serving as both an OEM and aftermarket parts supplier. Lycoming's engine and accessory ecosystem drives the demand for Tempest's air filters, spark plugs, and fuel pumps, making it a key adjacent incumbent.
• Meggitt (Parker Hannifin): Diversified aerospace components manufacturer (now part of Parker) producing pneumatic, fuel, and ignition-related subsystems for aircraft. Comparable as a broader aerospace component incumbent with overlapping pneumatic and fuel delivery product lines.

Direct peers

• Champion Aerospace: Long-established aviation ignition and engine accessory manufacturer and a primary direct competitor in aviation spark plugs. Highly comparable to Tempest's spark plug and ignition product lines and competes for the same MRO and owner customer base in general aviation.
• Unison Industries: Manufacturer of aircraft ignition systems, electrical components, and engine accessories serving commercial, business, and general aviation. Direct overlap with Tempest's ignition, fuel system, and pneumatic product categories.

Regional players

• Aircraft Spruce & Specialty: Large direct-to-customer distributor of general aviation parts, pilot supplies, and aircraft components. While primarily a retailer rather than manufacturer, Aircraft Spruce represents a key channel partner and a comparable go-to-market model for reaching individual GA owners and small MROs.

Others

• AeroShell (Shell Aviation): Major aviation lubricants and consumables brand, complementing Tempest's oil filter product line. They share the same GA distribution channels and MRO customers, though they sell fluids rather than hardware components.
• Precision Aviation Group (PAG): Provider of MRO services and aviation component repair, overhaul, and distribution across multiple aircraft platforms. Comparable as a services-plus-parts player targeting the same GA and business aviation maintenance market Tempest serves through its overhauled product line.
• Garmin International: Dominant avionics manufacturer serving the same general aviation owner and MRO customer base as Tempest. While not a direct product competitor, Garmin is a benchmark of brand-led GA aftermarket success and shares Tempest's distribution and certification-driven model.

Emerging players

• Eagle Engines (Hoskins Diesel / Engine Overhaul Programs): Specialty aviation engine and component overhaul service focused on fuel-injected and alternative-fueled piston engines. Comparable as a niche component/services player intersecting with Tempest's pneumatic and ignition product categories in the experimental and certified GA segments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TempestMarktng
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC_KH_Y-d5hTbt_UjkEoCI4A
• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/Tempest/204267649609892
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tempest-plus-marketing-group

Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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