TIGHITCO, Inc.'s US Complex Composites division has received a three-year production award for Lots 7/8 for the Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion Heavy Lift helicopter. TIGHITCO’s highly skilled workforce located in Berlin, Connecticut will support the activity for years 2025 through 2027.

“We are honoured to further extend our partnership with Sikorsky, and humbled to have the opportunity to continue to serve as a key supplier on this remarkable aircraft,” says Mark Withrow, CEO, TIGHITCO. “The CH-53K King Stallion is a critical asset, and TIGHITCO is committed to delivering quality products and continuous support to our military.”

The CH-53K King Stallion ramp in production signals program reliability and stability and advances the platform's manufacturing and operational success. Designed to be intelligent, reliable, low-maintenance, and survivable in the most austere and remote forward operating bases, the CH-53K is the premier heavy-lift rotorcraft for the United States Military and allied partners.

"We are thrilled to receive this production and spares award for the Sikorsky CH-53K helicopter," adds Shawn Hawks, VP/GM of TIGHITCO Complex Composites. "This contract is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and we are proud to be a part of such an important program.”