Rockwell Collins celebrates five years as independent company

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (July 10, 2006) - Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL), is celebrating its five-year anniversary as an independent corporation by introducing a new logo, which will be displayed at the New York Stock Exchange when Rockwell Collins Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Clay Jones rings the closing bell tomorrow.

"Our enhanced identity better represents the innovative, trusted company we've become, while still reflecting the heritage of our company. These three pillars: heritage, innovation, and most importantly, the trusted relationships that we value so highly with our stakeholders, are at the heart of the Rockwell Collins brand," Jones stated.

Rockwell Collins' strong and consistent performance over the last five years has come during challenging times, as it successfully navigated through the largest downturn in the history of the commercial aerospace market.  The company's balanced business portfolio, emphasis on operational excellence, and widening of its market aperture enabled it to succeed during these economically challenging conditions.
 
"In five years Rockwell Collins has successfully established itself as a strong, growing, independent aerospace and defense company," said Jones. "We are expanding our positions into adjacent market segments, successfully executing for our customers and establishing a record of strong financial performance.  I am very pleased with what we've accomplished to date, and the company is well positioned to continue its success well into the future."
 
While it has been five years since the business separated from its former parent corporation, Rockwell International, the company has roots that date back to the early days of flight when the Collins Radio Company was established in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in the early 1930s. 

"Ultimately, any company is only as good as its people," said Jones.  "We are fortunate to have outstanding employees who truly enjoy the opportunity to work with their colleagues, our suppliers and our customers to design and produce the world's finest and most trusted communication and aviation electronic solutions."

Rockwell Collins 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.

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