Rockwell Collins names Statler to new post

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (October 03, 2005) - Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) has appointed Kent L. Statler as senior vice president and general manager of Collins Aviation Services.  He replaces Harry Gregory, who has announced his intention to retire effective November 4, 2005.

In his new role, Statler is responsible for overseeing Rockwell Collins' global services business, including Maintenance Operations, Material Operations, Aftermarket Operations and Simulation and Training Solutions.  He continues to serve as a corporate officer.

An 18-year employee, Statler has served as senior vice president of Operations, a position he was appointed to in 2003.  Previously, he held positions of increasing responsibility including vice president of Maintenance Operations for Collins Aviation Services and vice president of Lean Electronics.

Rockwell Collins has a global network of more than 80 locations providing repair and overhaul of avionics equipment for commercial, business, corporate and military operations.  Additional logistics capabilities include on-board services, service parts, simulation & training solutions, technical information services and logistics services.

Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a worldwide leader in the design, production, and support of communication and aviation electronics for commercial and government customers. The company's 17,000 employees in 27 countries deliver industry-leading communication, navigation, surveillance, display, flight control, in-flight entertainment, information management, and maintenance, training and simulation solutions. Additional information is available at www.rockwellcollins.com.

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