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Virgin Atlantic selects Rockwell Collins to provide avionics for its A330 order
FARNBOROUGH, UK (July 21, 2010) - Rockwell Collins announced today that it has been selected by Virgin Atlantic to provide avionics equipment including the
company's newly released digital radio altimeter for its fleet of 10 A330-300 aircraft. Deliveries of the fleet of 10 aircraft
are scheduled to begin in spring 2011.
The contract was announced during a signing ceremony hosted at the Rockwell Collins chalet during the Farnborough 2010 airshow.
"This agreement signifies a renewal of our relationship with Virgin Atlantic - which goes back to Rockwell Collins selection
on Virgin Atlantic's 747-400 fleet," said Jeff Standerski, vice president and general manager, Air Transport Systems for Rockwell
Collins. "They've selected some of our most advanced avionics offerings, which will bring their pilots higher levels of situational
awareness, as well as more precise navigation capabilities - ultimately contributing to Virgin Atlantic's ability to deliver
a smoother ride, and the most efficient on-time service to their customers."
"Virgin Atlantic's selection of Rockwell Collins equipment is as a result of a rigorous and thorough selection process. The
combination of technical excellence, coupled with an appealing commercial position, has secured the ongoing partnership between
Virgin Atlantic and Rockwell Collins, and secured the best solution for the selected avionics package," said Sean Swain, general
manager, Supply Chain for Virgin Atlantic.
Virgin Atlantic will be the launch customer for Rockwell Collins new Digital Low Range Altimeter (DLRA) LRA-2100. The DLRA
system uses digital signal processing to gauge the aircraft's height above terrain. This newly developed system provides unprecedented
accuracy, especially over challenging terrain and objects on approach. The smaller, lighter unit is a drop-in replacement
for the LRA-900.
Additional avionics selected include:
- Rockwell Collins' MultiScan™ Hazard Detection system is a fully automatic, hands-free airborne radar system. MultiScan provides
optimal clutter-free weather displays that reduce pilot workload and enhances safety and passenger comfort by minimizing unexpected
turbulence encounters.
- The advanced GLU-925 Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR) provides the aircraft's primary position, velocity and time reference, and
enables precision landing capability. It is the first MMR certified for precision landing using either Global Navigation Satellite
Systems (GNSS) or Instrument Landing Systems (ILS). The receiver is the primary navigation sensor for all phases of flight,
including the Required Navigation Performance (RNP) requirement of 0.1 n.m.
About Virgin Atlantic Airways
Since it was founded in 1984, Virgin Atlantic Airways has become Britain's second largest carrier, serving the world's major
cities. Now based at both London's Gatwick and Heathrow airports, it operates long haul services to 30 destinations worldwide
as far apart as Las Vegas and Shanghai.
Virgin Atlantic has enjoyed huge popularity, winning top business, consumer and trade awards from around the world. The airline
has pioneered a range of innovations setting new standards of service, which its competitors have subsequently sought to follow.
Despite Virgin Atlantic's growth the service still remains customer driven with an emphasis on value for money, quality, fun
and innovation. Virgin Atlantic currently has a fleet of 38 aircraft, 13 747-400s, six A340-300s and 19 A340-600s.
About Rockwell Collins
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 nearly 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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