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Aero Structures

Elbit Systems operates a design and production center for composite and metal aerostructures, as well as sub assemblies and assemblies for leading military aerospace companies and OEMs.
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Defense Aviation Aerostructures

With almost five decades of experience, Elbit systems is a leading design and manufacturing center External Fuel Tanks (“EFT”) for fighter jets and helicopters, providing EFTs for platforms such as the F-16, F-15, F-18, CH-53 and AV-8.


We also design and produce unique assemblies from flight control and aerodynamic surfaces, to doors and specialized aircraft parts. With our strong technical and engineering capabilities, supported by a rigorous LEAN system, Elbit systems is a recognized specialist in Build-to-Print and Build-to-Spec aerostructures. 

Certified for AS9100 Rev-C, ISO 9001 and ISO 14000, Elbit systems quality system is authorized by some of the largest OEMs such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Bombardier, as well as by Spirit Aerosystems, the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Navy and many other AS9100 advanced quality systems end users.