TIGHITCO has been selected by Sikorsky for the production phase of a cutting-edge aerostructure system designed to enhance the Black Hawk Helicopter UH-60 platform. The company's Complex Composites Division, with locations in Charleston, South Carolina and Berlin, Connecticut, will provide manufacturing support for advanced systems on all Black Hawk platforms, represents a minimum of a five-year program valued at $134M. Deliveries for this program start in Q4 2024.

The new system which has been in collaborative development for nearly a decade, will be used on Sikorsky's Black Hawk Helicopter UH-60 platform and be a critical component for the aircraft's performance and safety. TIGHITCO's Complex Composites Division has a proven track record of delivering high-quality and innovative solutions for the aerospace and defense industry.

"We are honored to have been selected by Sikorsky to produce this new integrated system for this key OEM," says Mark Withrow, President/CEO of TIGHITCO. "We have a long history of supporting Sikorsky on multiple platforms, and this is yet another testament to our team's years of collaboration and technical prowess."

“Our company's state-of-the-art facilities and highly skilled workforce will ensure the timely and successful delivery of this program for Sikorsky,” addes Tawne Castorina, Chief Technical Fellow. “With a track record for innovation, quality and delivery, TIGHITCO's involvement in this project is a clear indication of the trust and confidence that our partners at Sikorsky place in our expertise.”

Sikorsky is actively enhancing the capabilities of the Black Hawk helicopter to meet the evolving demands of modern warfare and diverse mission requirements through investments in advanced technologies. These upgrades are designed to build on the exceptional performance of the Black Hawk program, ensuring it remains a versatile and reliable asset for the US DOD well into the future.