Rockwell Collins appoints new Vice President and General Manager

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (August 20, 2007) - Ken Estelle, a 28-year veteran of the aerospace and defense industry, has been named vice president and general manager of Technical Service Solutions.

In his new role, Estelle is responsible for Rockwell Collins' global service and support operations with a network of service centers providing repair and overhaul of aviation electronics, as well as parts management and logistics for commercial, business and military aircraft worldwide.  

Estelle was most recently a vice president of Global Customer Management with Smiths Aerospace (now GE Aviation) in Grand Rapids, Mich.

A native of Grand Rapids, Mich., Estelle holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Western International University.

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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