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JSSI selects Rockwell Collins to provide service and support
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (September 19, 2006) - Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI®) has signed a 5-year service and support agreement with Rockwell Collins.
The agreement calls for the company to provide forward exchange support for all of its equipment on JSSI's extensive, customer-owned
fleet of Rockwell Collins-equipped aircraft.
"This agreement underscores the value we bring to customers through our forward exchange program," said Kent Statler, senior
vice president and general manager of Services for Rockwell Collins. "The program increases on-wing reliability and lowers
ownership costs for business and corporate aircraft operators throughout the world."
"In aligning with Rockwell Collins, we are able to offer a new level of quality and exceptional service to our customers,
with respect to their avionics maintenance needs," said John F. Haskins, president and chief executive officer for JSSI. "Rockwell
Collins plays an integral part in our unmatched efforts to provide total maintenance cost management."
Designed to support corporate operations by maximizing aircraft dispatchability, the forward exchange program includes all
aspects of maintaining Rockwell Collins' avionics onboard the aircraft, such as maintenance and component repairs, reliability
upgrades, and equipment removal and refit coverage.
Rockwell Collins' global network of more than 80 service locations provides 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.
Founded in 1989, JSSI provides customers with comprehensive, flexible and affordable financial tools for managing the often
unpredictable costs of operating and maintaining nearly all types of turbine-powered aircraft, including jets, turbo-props
and turbine powered helicopters. The only independent hourly cost maintenance provider, JSSI serves customers globally and
manages maintenance services through its network of technical advisors stationed worldwide. For more information about the
company, visit http://www.askjssi.com.
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 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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