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Rockwell Collins flight control and navigation systems exceed 500,000 hours flying unmanned systems
BERLIN (June 09, 2010) - Rockwell Collins' Athena flight control and navigation systems recently exceeded the half-million flight hours mark flying
Shadow® Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UASs) in operations primarily in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Athena systems provide
guidance and navigation for UASs produced in the United States and Europe, including the United Kingdom and Germany.
"These systems enable UASs to fly reliably and accurately, providing critical surveillance and reconnaissance information
to the United States and coalition forces operating in theater," said David Vos, senior director of UAS and Rockwell Collins
Control Technologies. "We look forward to teaming with industry and the military to further the role of UAS technology in
supporting the warfighter."
Rockwell Collins Athena systems include flight control software, solid-state gyros and accelerometers, magnetometer, GPS receiver
and air data sensors, integrated into units ranging from as small as four ounces to nine pounds. These highly reliable, strap-down
systems provide attitude and heading measurements with superior accuracy. With low size, weight, power and cost advantages,
multiple Athena systems can be used in redundant configuration to increase automation and reliability for operations in theater.
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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