Rockwell Collins selected for Minuteman upgrade program
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (December 11, 2006) - The U.S. Air Force has awarded Rockwell Collins a technology development contract for the Minuteman Modernization Program
Upgrade (MMP Upgrade). It is the first phase of an extensive program that is potentially worth more than $75 million.
The MMP Upgrade will enhance the Minuteman Launch Control Center's (LCC) satellite communications capability to provide connectivity
with the Milstar Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF) satellites plus improve the terminal operator control to make it
more operationally suitable. These new capabilities will also be added to the Minuteman weapon systems trainers to keep them
current with the latest configuration of operational equipment. The upgrades will provide all Minuteman units with continued
assured Emergency Action Message reception from the National Command Authority.
"This award is continued evidence that our communications experience and expertise provides best-value solutions to the military,"
said Bruce King, vice president and general manager of Communications Systems for Rockwell Collins. "We've earned our customers'
trust by building a track record of reliability and on-time delivery."
King also cited Rockwell Collins' involvement in the Ground Element Minimum Essential Emergency Communications Network (MEECN)
System (GEMS) program as a key factor in receiving the MMP Upgrade award.
Rockwell Collins has been involved in the MEECN system since its inception and continues to provide key portions of the network
for the U.S. military. GEMS will provide the U.S. military with assured, survivable, protected and highly reliable strategic
communications for the fixed and transportable ground portions of the network.
Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronics
solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission
communications and information management is strengthened by 17,000 employees, and a global service and support network that
crosses 27 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.
This press release contains statements that are forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties,
including, but not limited to U.S. government spending and budgetary policies; potential cancellation or amendments of awards
or orders; challenges in the design, development, production and support of advanced technologies as well as other risks and
uncertainties, including but not limited to those detailed from time to time in the Rockwell Collins Securities and Exchange
Commission filings. These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date hereof and the Company assumes no obligation
to update any forward-looking statement.
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