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Rockwell Collins signs Dispatch 100 contract with Singapore Airlines

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (August 30, 2007) - Rockwell Collins was recently awarded a Dispatch 100 service contract with Singapore Airlines for their fleet of 19 A380s. Delivery of the A380s is scheduled to begin in October 2007.

"It's exciting to note that this is not only our first Dispatch 100 agreement with Singapore Airlines, it also marks this successful product's entry into the  Asia Pacific region," said Kent Statler, Executive Vice President, Services for Rockwell Collins. "Singapore Airlines has been a long-time customer of our avionics system, and our proven track record helped us secure this contract and enter into an important service market for our company."

Under the terms of the ten-year contract, Rockwell Collins will provide Singapore Airlines with spares ownership, logistics management, maintenance repair and on-site technical support under a single per flight hour price and a single point of contact.

Dispatch 100 combines industry leading repair cycle times with spares ownership and reliable on-wing performance to deliver guaranteed availability. Rockwell Collins total life cycle service solution includes spares management, distribution, component repair and overhaul, and component reliability improvements. Dispatch 100 customers realize guaranteed dispatch ability and revenue savings through this easy-to-use program.

Rockwell Collins' global network of more than 80 locations provides repair and overhaul of avionics equipment for commercial, business, corporate and military operations. Additional logistics capabilities include on-board services, service parts, training and simulator systems and services, technical information services and technical services.

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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