Air Industries (NYSE: AIRI) lands $6.9M in new aftermarket contracts

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Air Industries Group reported that it has received two new defense contracts worth approximately $6.9 million for Fixed Wing Landing Gear Components and Rotorcraft Components for combat helicopters. These aftermarket orders support maintenance, repair, and overhaul work for aircraft already in service, adding recurring-style business rather than one-time production only. With these awards, the company’s total aftermarket bookings rise to more than $13 million and account for nearly half of its new business since the end of the first quarter of this year. Management highlights increased penetration of the aftermarket as a primary goal for 2025 and beyond, and describes these contracts as significant evidence that this strategy is gaining traction.

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Aerospace & Defense Contracts Analyst

New $6.9M contracts boost aftermarket mix and support strategy.

Air Industries Group disclosed two contracts totaling approximately $6.9 million tied to Fixed Wing Landing Gear and Rotorcraft Components for combat helicopters. The work is described as supporting maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft already in the fleet, which typically brings steadier follow-on demand than purely new-build programs.

The company states these awards are significant and raise total aftermarket bookings to more than $13 million, representing nearly 50% of new business since the end of the first quarter. That shift matters because management has identified deeper aftermarket penetration as a primary goal for 2025 and the future, suggesting alignment between day-to-day contract wins and longer-term strategic priorities.

The disclosure frames these bookings as strong evidence of progress in the aftermarket focus, but does not quantify their impact relative to total revenue or backlog. Future SEC reports that break out overall sales and backlog composition for periods after September 3, 2025 will clarify how meaningful this contract momentum is in the broader business mix.

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): September 3, 2025

AIR INDUSTRIES GROUP

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Nevada		001-35927		80-0948413
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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure 

On September 3, 2025, Air Industries Group (“Air Industries” or the “Company”) issued a press release announcing that it received two contracts worth approximately $6.9 million. These contracts are for Fixed Wing Landing Gear Components and Rotorcraft Components for Combat Helicopters. These aftermarket orders support Maintenance, Repair, & Overhaul of aircraft in the fleet. These contracts are significant for Air Industries. These contracts raise its total aftermarket bookings to more than $13 million and nearly 50% of new business since the end of the first quarter of this year. Increased penetration of the aftermarket is one of Air Industries’ primary goals for 2025 and the future. These awards are strong evidence of its success.

The information in this Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, shall not be deemed as “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liability of such Section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing by Air Industries under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing, unless expressly incorporated by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No.		Description
99.1		Text of press release issued September 3, 2025, by Air Industries Group.
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Dated: September 3, 2025

	AIR INDUSTRIES GROUP
	By:	/s/ Scott Glassman
		Scott Glassman
		Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What did Air Industries Group (AIRI) disclose in this 8-K filing?

Air Industries Group reported that it received two new contracts worth approximately $6.9 million for Fixed Wing Landing Gear Components and Rotorcraft Components used on combat helicopters.

How large are the new contracts Air Industries Group (AIRI) received?

The company stated it received two contracts totaling approximately $6.9 million, covering Fixed Wing Landing Gear Components and Rotorcraft Components for combat helicopters.

How do these new contracts affect Air Industries Group’s aftermarket bookings?

With the new awards, Air Industries Group said its total aftermarket bookings now exceed $13 million and make up nearly 50% of new business since the end of the first quarter.

Why are these contracts important to Air Industries Group’s 2025 strategy?

The company identified increased penetration of the aftermarket as a primary goal for 2025 and the future, and described these contracts as strong evidence that it is succeeding in that strategic focus.

What type of work will the new Air Industries Group contracts support?

The contracts are described as aftermarket orders that support maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft already in the fleet, rather than initial production only.

Are the details of the Air Industries Group press release incorporated into other SEC filings?

The company stated that the information in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, is not deemed “filed” for Section 18 liability or automatically incorporated into other Securities Act or Exchange Act filings unless specifically referenced.