Rockwell Collins has expanded its cabin electronics product offering by completing the acquisition of Airshow, Inc. By combining the product and systems capabilities of the companies, Rockwell Collins offers a complete line of aircraft electronics to meet aircraft requirements and passenger needs.

"The acquisition of Airshow complements Rockwell Collins' product portfolio and allows us to extend our industry leadership in system development and integration by providing complete cabin electronics solutions tailored to our customers needs," said Bob Chiusano, executive vice president and COO, Rockwell Collins Commercial Systems. "Customers will benefit from Rockwell Collins' global support infrastructure and high-quality, integrated solutions that bridge the flight deck and aircraft cabin."

Airshow provides a comprehensive, integrated suite of cabin electronics systems for business and commercial aircraft, including cabin environmental controls, passenger information and entertainment, business support systems, network capabilities and passenger flight information systems. Airshow's product lines will be integrated with Rockwell Collins' existing portfolio and service infrastructure.

Rockwell Collins announced its intent to acquire Airshow in June 2002. (Airshow is Rockwell Collins' second acquisition this year and the eighth in the past five years. It delivers on the company's goal to supplement internal growth through acquisitions that complement and enhance Rockwell Collins' core aviation electronics and communications capabilities.)

Airshow, headquartered in Tustin (CA), employs approximately 330 employees at facilities in Tustin; Kirkland (WA); Wichita (KS); Newark (DE); and Toulouse, France.

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