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Rockwell Collins selected to provide E-2D Integrated Training System
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (September 10, 2008) - Rockwell Collins has been selected by the U.S. Navy to provide the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Integrated Training System for Aircrew
(HITS-A). The initial contract award is $68 million, with a total target price of $164 million.
"This contract establishes Rockwell Collins as the leading supplier of instructional systems, media and training equipment
for the U.S. Navy's E-2D Advanced Hawkeye platform," said Ken Schreder, vice president and general manager of Simulation &
Training Solutions for Rockwell Collins. "We believe our track record in providing best-value design and support training
systems for the Navy was instrumental in receiving this award."
The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye will feature a state-of-the art radar with a two-generation leap in capability, as well as upgraded
aircraft systems and avionics that will improve supportability and increase readiness. Using this capability, the E-2D will
provide area surveillance, communications relay, search and rescue coordination and air traffic control, and will provide
advance warning of approaching enemy surface units, smaller targets and aircraft vectoring interceptors, and strike aircraft
in an attack.
For the past eight years Rockwell Collins has delivered direct support to Naval Air Systems Command and the extended E-2C
user community serving as the principal developer of simulation equipment for mission crew and maintenance training applications.
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.
Media Contact
Pam Tvrdy
319.295.0591
pjtvrdy@rockwellcollins.com
Dave Gosch
319.295.2908
djgosch@rockwellcollins.com
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