Lockheed Martin, Tata JV to make F-16 jet wings in India

American security and aerospace giant Lockheed Martin has entered into an agreement with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) to manufacture wings 

of its F-16 fighter jets in India.

• Producing F-16 wings in India will support Central Government's flagship 'Make in India' programme and strengthen Lockheed Martin's strategic partnership with TASL.

Key Details:

• Lockheed Martin and TASL joint venture is bidding for a contract to supply Indian air force (IAF) with 114 combat planes, estimated at more than $15 billion which must be all manufactured locally under the Make in India programme.
• Lockheed has offered to move its entire F-16 manufacturing base to India.
• The proposed production of F-16 wings in India is not contingent upon the company winning order from IAF for these planes.
• It will help to push local manufacturing that will generate jobs and also end armed forces' dependence on imports.
• Lockhead Martin and TASL have already entered into a partnership for C-130J [Super Hercules airlifter] and S-92 [helicopter].

Question:

Q. Which American security and aerospace giant has entered into an agreement with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) to manufacture wings of its F-16 fighter jets in India?
a. Airbus
b. Boeing
c. Lockheed Martin
d. None of the above