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Israel's IAI Wins Two Lockheed Martin Awards for F-35 and F-16 Component Production

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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) received two Lockheed Martin awards for its production of F-35 and F-16 fighter jet components. The company was recognized for its quality and timely deliveries, earning the Ahead of Ready Award for F-35 wings and the Mission Focused Award for F-16 parts. IAI has been a partner in the F-35 program since 2014 and has produced F-16 components for over 30 years.

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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) received two Lockheed Martin awards for F-35 and F-16 component production.
IAI won the Ahead of Ready Award for F-35 wings and the Mission Focused Award for F-16 parts.
The awards recognize IAI's quality and timely deliveries among over 1,400 global suppliers.
IAI has participated in the F-35 program since 2014, delivering its 350th wing in February 2026.
The partnership between IAI and Lockheed Martin has lasted nearly 40 years.

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), a state-owned defense contractor, has received two awards from Lockheed Martin for its production of components for the F-35 and F-16 fighter jets. The awards, announced on October 14, recognize IAI's quality and timely delivery of parts for the 2025 fiscal year.

IAI was honored with the Ahead of Ready Award for its manufacturing of F-35 wings. Additionally, it received the Mission Focused Award for its production of F-16 components, which include wings, vertical stabilizers, and auxiliary fuel tanks. Lockheed Martin selects a limited number of recipients from over 1,400 global suppliers annually, based on product quality, delivery schedules, and operational efficiency.

IAI President and CEO Guy Bar-Lev highlighted the nearly 40-year partnership with Lockheed Martin, emphasizing mutual trust, technological collaboration, and a shared commitment to key aviation and defense programs. Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Vice President Kyle Franklin described the dual awards as an outstanding achievement for IAI.

IAI has been a participant in the F-35 program since 2014, delivering its 350th wing for the fighter jet in February 2026. The company's involvement in producing F-16 components spans over three decades.