IAI wins two Lockheed Martin awards for 350 F-35 wings and F-16 components

Israel Aerospace Industries received two distinct supplier awards from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in mid-October 2026. The recognitions acknowledge the company's performance as a supplier during the 2025 calendar year.

IAI was granted the Mission Focused Award for its work on F-16 wings, vertical fins, and conformal fuel tanks. The company also received the Ahead of Ready Award for its production of F-35 wings. Lockheed Martin's annual program identifies vendors that meet specific standards for quality, delivery, operational performance, and customer support.

The company has provided wings for F-35 fighter jets since 2014. It has delivered more than 350 wings to date. IAI also supplies major aerostructures for the F-16, including the wings, vertical fins, and conformal fuel tanks. The conformal fuel tank was co-developed by Lockheed Martin and IAI.

Yaacov Berkovitz, executive vice president and general manager of IAI's Aviation Group, stated that their teams have worked side by side for years. He noted the consistency and reliability of their on-time performance.

Berkovitz said, 'Trust is the foundation of our partnership with Lockheed Martin.' He added that this shared commitment helps ensure the success of critical programs.

Guy Bar Levy, president and CEO of IAI, noted that the partnership between the two companies spans nearly four decades. He described the relationship as being built on mutual trust and technological cooperation. Bar Levy said their companies have worked to meet evolving operational needs and deliver advanced capabilities to customers worldwide.

Kyle Franklin, vice president of Lockheed Martin's Global Supply Chain, called receiving both awards an outstanding achievement. He described the recognition as a fitting testament to the hard work and dedication of IAI's professional team.