Airbus selects Rockwell Collins' Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator for A350 XWB
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (November 06, 2007) - Airbus has selected Rockwell Collins to provide the Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator (THSA) for the new A350 XWB (Xtra
Wide-Body) aircraft.
"This contract is the result of our strong relationship with Airbus and is another example of the trust we have built with
Airbus over the last 10 years," said Kelly Ortberg, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Commercial Systems
at Rockwell Collins. "While we've had a long history of providing avionics to Airbus, this is the first time they have selected
Rockwell Collins to provide the THSA for one of their aircraft and we look forward to providing more of our products and systems
to Airbus in the future."
The THSA optimizes aerodynamics responding to complex computations to trim the pitch of the aircraft during flight. The Rockwell
Collins THSA incorporates two independent means of drive and redundant failure detection technology meeting the latest stringent
certification requirements.
About the A350
Airbus designed the A350 XWB (Xtra Wide-Body) in response to market demand for a medium capacity long range wide-body family.
Designed with airlines' priorities in mind, the A350 XWB confronts the challenges of high fuel prices, rising passenger expectations
and increasing environmental concerns. With entry into service from 2013, it has an entirely new, uncompromised, 21st Century
design with a wider and taller fuselage for extra space and passenger comfort.
About Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic
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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