Aerospace Aluminum Extrusions: Strength, Corrosion Resistance & Lightweight Performance

Aerospace-grade aluminum extrusions deliver the ideal balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and light weight—critical for aircraft structures, support systems, and high-demand aerospace applications.

Key Features:

  • High strength-to-weight ratio suitable for aircraft structures
  • Corrosion-resistant aluminum alloys for demanding environments
  • Wide selection of aerospace-approved alloys and tempers
  • Availability of both standard and custom-designed shapes
  • All materials meet strict AMS and ISO/AS requirements

 

Aerospace Part Number Compatibility:

Continental Steel regularly supplies extrusions recognized across major aerospace standards and manufacturers, including:

  • Army/Navy (AND)
  • Boeing (BAC)
  • Federal (S-)
  • Grumman Aerospace (GS)
  • International (LN)
  • Lockheed Martin (LS)
  • McDonnell Douglas (S)
  • Tierney (60-)

We also supply extrusions used by leading aerospace manufacturers such as Agusta, Airbus, ATR, BAE Systems, Bell Helicopters, Bombardier, Cessna, Embraer, Lear Jet, Northrop Grumman, Sikorsky, and more.

Alloys, Tempers & Standard Profiles

Continental Steel provides aerospace aluminum extrusions in a broad range of configurations that support diverse airframe and component requirements.

Aluminum Extrusion Shapes

  • “L” Angles
  • “H” Beams
  • “Z” Sections
  • “T” Sections
  • Channels
  • Roll Form
  • Seat Track
  • Wide Flanges
  • Equal and unequal thickness and legs
  • Custom-designed shapes

Available Alloys

  • 1100 | 2014 | 2024 | 2219 | 5052 | 5083 | 5086 | 5454 | 5456 | 6061 | 6063 | 7050 | 7075 | 7150 | 7175 | 7178

Available Tempers

  • F | T0 | T3 | T3511 | T4 | T4511 | T5 | T6 | T651 | T6511 | T73 | T7351 | T73511 | T76 | T76511 | T77 | T851 | T8511

BAC Extrusions

  • BAC1489 | BAC1490 | BAC1491 | BAC1492 | BAC1493 | BAC1494 | BAC1495 | BAC1496 | BAC1498 | BAC1500 | BAC1517 | BAC1501 | BAC1503 | BAC1514 | BAC1504 | BAC1505 | BAC1506 | BAC1507 | BAC1508 | BAC1509 | BAC1510 | BAC1518 | BAC1511 | BAC1512 | BAC1513 | BAC1519 | BAC1520 | BAC1521 | BAC1522 | BAC1530 | BAC1534

AND Extrusions

  • AND10133 | AND10134 | AND10135 | AND10136 | AND10137 | AND10138 | AND10139 | AND10140 | AND10141

Why Aerospace Companies Choose Continental Steel

Choosing the right supplier means getting the right material, on time, every time. Here’s what sets Continental Steel & Tube apart:

Certified Quality

Certified Quality

ISO 9001:2015 & AS9120B:2016 registered

Established Expertise

Established Expertise

Supplying metals since 1985

Comprehensive Inventory

Comprehensive Inventory

Multiple shapes, sizes, and grades in stock

Value-Added Processing Services

Value-Added Processing Services

Cutting, bending, forming, and custom processing

On-Time Delivery

On-Time Delivery

Reliable global sourcing and distribution network

Request Your Aerospace Aluminum Extrusion Quote

Continental Steel & Tube Company is a trusted supplier of aerospace aluminum extrusions for structural components, precision assemblies, and maintenance applications. Request a quote today to source certified, high-performance aluminum extrusions with dependable service and delivery.

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