MERRIMACK, New Hampshire,
June 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Elbit Systems of America, LLC, a wholly
owned subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd., is pleased to announce that
it has been selected by the Shanghai Avionics Corporation (SAVIC)
to provide the Kollsman Enhanced Vision System-Superior Performance
(EVS-SP™) for the COMAC C919 aircraft. Elbit Systems of America,
working with official sales representative, East Wonder, Inc.
secured the contract with SAVIC which enables future operators of
the C919 to select the EVS-SP through the aircraft
manufacturer.
The EVS-SP offers the latest proven commercial technology in
cooled enhanced vision systems, by providing outstanding
capabilities in degraded visibility along with high resolution in a
single, weight-saving unit. The EVS-SP provides C919 operators the
ability to see through some of the worst visibility conditions
confronting pilots in the Asia
Pacific region. Additionally, the Civil Aviation Authority
of China (CAAC) has adopted
current FAA rules that provide the same operational benefits as
experienced in the United States,
allowing pilots to go past the traditional decision height (DA/DH)
down to 100 feet, even if they do not see the landing area with
natural vision.
According to the International Air Transport Association,
China will surpass the United States to become the world's
largest commercial air passenger market in the next two decades. To
prepare for this increasing number of flights in China, the CAAC has recently implemented
avionics equipment requirements to install Head-Up Displays (HUD)
for its domestic air carriers. The C919 equipped with the Kollsman
EVS-SP displayed on the HUD will enjoy the operational benefits as
well as improved safety and situational awareness allowing more
aircraft into the airspace and at a faster rate.
Mr. Wang Jinyan, President of Shanghai Avionics Corporation,
stated, "The award of the C919 EVS-SP contract is the first step in
collaboration between Elbit Systems of America and SAVIC. Given the
emerging market of civil aviation in China, we believe this agreement will be the
foundation of future collaborations between our two companies in
the general aviation market to bring improved situational awareness
while taking off and approaching. Technology industrialization,
safety, and creating more value for the customers, shall be the
common goal of both Elbit Systems of America and SAVIC."
Commenting on this milestone, Elbit Systems of America President and Chief Executive Officer
Raanan Horowitz stated, "Since the
development and certification of the first commercial EVS, our
Enhanced Vision Systems have offered the aviation industry
increased flexibility and safety. We are proud to have been
selected by SAVIC/COMAC for the C919 and look forward to continuing
our legacy in commercial aviation."
Elbit Systems of America is an industry pioneer in Enhanced
Vision technology having certified the first EVS in 2001. With over
1,500 systems delivered to date, the Kollsman EVS is certified and
installed on 13 aircraft models including business jets and Part
121 aircraft.
About Elbit Systems of America, LLC
Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high
performance products, system solutions, and support services
focusing on the commercial aviation, defense, homeland security,
and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout
the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to
supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of
the United States. Elbit Systems
of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ and
TASE: ESLT), a global electronics company engaged in a wide range
of programs for innovative defense and
commercial applications. For additional information, visit:
http://www.elbitsystems-us.com.
About Elbit Systems
Elbit Systems Ltd. is an international high technology company
engaged in a wide range of defense, homeland security and
commercial programs throughout the world. The Company, which
includes Elbit Systems and its subsidiaries, operates in the areas
of aerospace, land and naval systems, command, control,
communications, computers, intelligence surveillance and
reconnaissance ("C4ISR"), unmanned aircraft systems, advanced
electro-optics, electro-optic space systems, EW suites, signal
intelligence systems, data links and communications systems and
radios. The Company also focuses on the upgrading of existing
platforms, developing new technologies for defense, homeland
security and commercial aviation applications and providing a range
of support services, including training and simulation systems.
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