Rockwell Collins avionics to be featured on German Army CH-53 G
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (August 27, 2007) - Rockwell Collins has been awarded a contract from Eurocopter Deutschland to develop a German Avionics Management System (GAMS)
for the German Army CH-53 G helicopter. The first two qualification/verification aircraft are scheduled for delivery in mid-2009.
"Rockwell Collins' growing relationship with Eurocopter marks our commitment to expanding our presence in Europe," said Artur
Redeker, Managing Director, Rockwell Collins Deutschland. "Our expertise in systems integration and advanced avionics will
provide the CH-53 G with the equipment it needs to stay on the forefront of avionics technology."
The GAMS will be based on Rockwell Collins' Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) and integrated into the new glass cockpit
of the CH-53 G helicopter. This system will provide a modular open system architecture (OSA) cockpit and mission management
system that includes a flight management system, new navigation sensors, five displays and a communication suite tailored
and adapted specifically to German Army requirements.
A majority of the development and production of GAMS is being performed by Rockwell Collins Deutschland located in Heidelberg,
Germany. 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, information management and simulation and training is delivered by 20,000 employees, and a global service
and support network that crosses 27 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.
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