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Air Industries picks up contract for E-2D landing gear assemblies

12/12/2024

The company has been a key supplier to the E-2 family of aircraft for decades, underscoring its long-standing role in supporting critical defence programs.

Air Industries Group, a leading manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for large aerospace and defense prime contractors, has secured a follow-on contract valued at over $11.0 million for landing gear assemblies for the U.S. Navy E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft. Air Industries has been a key supplier to the E-2 family of aircraft for decades, underscoring its long-standing role in supporting critical defense programs.

Production is scheduled to commence in the second half of 2025, upon the arrival of raw materials, with delivery of finished product set to begin in the first quarter of 2026.

Lou Melluzzo, Chief Executive Officer of Air Industries Group remarks: “The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye is a mission-critical platform for the US Navy, managing the airspace surrounding a Carrier Battle Group by identifying threats and coordinating aircraft movements. This contract grew in size during negotiations, reflecting the ongoing importance of the aircraft not only to the Navy but also to an expanding number of foreign military customers.

“The E-2D has been a cornerstone of Air Industries’ operations for many years. This follow-on contract reaffirms our customer’s trust in our capabilities, reliability and performance. We are proud to continue supporting this vital program for both domestic and international defense needs.”