The first delivery order, valued at over USD 57.5 million, was awarded in September 2024. Work under the contract will be carried out at Elbit America’s facility in Talladega, Alabama, with deliveries expected through September 2027.
The WACHUD system is a critical upgrade for the F-16, projecting essential flight and mission data directly into the pilot’s field of view. This allows pilots to process information quickly and accurately, enhancing mission success. The new system replaces the older Diffractive Optic Head-Up Displays used in parts of the USAF F-16 fleet.
Scott Tumpak, Senior Vice President of Electronic Systems at Elbit America, highlighted the benefits of the upgrade. “The Wide-Angle Conventional Head-Up Display replacements provide modernization, but also commonality across the U.S. Air Force’s F-16 fleet. This commonality benefits the pilots, maintainers, and supply chain, as the single configuration is easier to manage and maintain across the entire F-16 fleet,” he said.
Jimmy Johns, Vice President of Operations at Elbit America, praised the Talladega team’s expertise. “Our Talladega workforce is the perfect choice to conduct this replacement work for the U.S. Air Force,” he said. “We know the F-16 aircraft well, having supported the majority of aircrafts’ avionics and Head-Up Displays for decades. We look forward to this multi-year program and the continued expansion of our aftermarket services.”
The Talladega facility is a hub for sustainment and repair of military systems, serving nearly 200 customers.
