AIM Norway and Lockheed Martin to jointly establish the world’s first Lockheed Martin-licensed F-16 ‘Falcon Depot’ centre. Credit: Lockheed Martin / Angel DelCueto.

Lockheed Martin has reached an agreement with AIM Norway to jointly form the first F-16 ‘Falcon Depot’ centre in Norway to serve the global fleet.

The facility will offer services for the Royal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF) and other regional F-16 Fighting Falcon customers.

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It will be established in Kjeller, Norway, at an existing maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility used by the RNoAF.

Through the partnership, Lockheed Martin intends to leverage AIM Norway’s F-16 sustainment knowledge to benefit F-16 customers across the globe.

Lockheed Martin is the original equipment manufacturer and design authority of the F-16 multi-role fighter aircraft.

The company selected AIM Norway for its extensive technical expertise and MRO experience.

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“AIM Norway is extremely proud that Lockheed Martin recognises our experienced personnel, competence and capabilities.”

Lockheed Martin F-16 Program vice-president Susan Ouzts said: “Lockheed Martin is extremely proud of our longstanding relationship with AIM Norway and Norway.

“This first-of-its-kind Falcon Depot Center reflects the strong global demand for F-16 sustainment services, which is poised to grow as we continue to produce new F-16s and upgrade existing aircraft.”

Lockheed Martin expects F-16 production opportunities to total more than 400 aircraft, allowing it to increase the global customer base.

Currently, more than 3,000 F-16s are in service with the armed forces of 25 countries.

AIM Norway CEO Ove Haukåssveen said: “AIM Norway is extremely proud that Lockheed Martin recognises our experienced personnel, competence and capabilities. Together we will ensure continued success and readiness for existing and new F-16 operators.”

The F16 is equipped with the Lockheed Martin LANTIRN infrared navigation and targeting system.