Forming & Fabrication
Core production equipment and processes used to support complex aerospace structures.
- Drop hammer forming
- Deep draw forming
- Hydroforming and rubberbox forming
- Brake forming and CNC punching
Hughes Bros. Aircrafters has delivered precision aircraft structures, assemblies and support services for generations of aerospace programs. Our longevity, certifications and in-house capabilities mean customers can rely on consistency and quality.
In operation since 1947, Hughes Bros. Aircrafters, Inc. has been at the forefront in the manufacture of precision airframe sheet metal details and assemblies. We are renowned for our abilities to take a project from blueprint or digital data to complete product.
Since its inception, Hughes Bros. has operated from the same location within the Los Angeles Mid-Alameda Corridor Enterprise Zone. Now under new ownership, the company continues to leverage its established facility, equipment, and capabilities, providing customers with the same high level of quality and reliability they have come to expect.
We continue to strive to remain an industry leader. With the tried and true method of drop hammer forming - our core competency, along with deep draw, hydroforming and rubberbox forming, we have blended ourselves with the latest technology in order to support the newest generation of aircraft.
We welcome all inquiries as to our capabilities and look forward to maintaining old relationships as well as establishing new ones.
This overview groups the core forming, machining, inspection and software resources already featured throughout our site. A dedicated equipment page keeps this information easier to review and expand over time.
Core production equipment and processes used to support complex aerospace structures.
Machining and tooling resources that support production repeatability and assembly readiness.
Measurement and software tools used to verify fit, geometry and process traceability.