Bombardier Selects Goodrich Next Generation SmartProbeâ„¢ Air Data, Ice Detection, & Other Systems for CSeries Family of Airc...
June 16 2009 - 4:15AM
Business Wire
Goodrich Corporation (NYSE: GR) has been selected by Bombardier
to provide several systems including its next-generation
SmartProbe� air data system and ice detection system for the new
CSeries* family of aircraft.. Work will be performed primarily at
Goodrich�s Sensors and Integrated Systems facility in Burnsville,
Minn. The next-generation SmartProbe system provides all critical
air data parameters for the aircraft�s flight control, pilot
display and other systems. SmartProbe air data sensing technology
integrates multi-function sensing probes, pressure sensors and air
data computer processing. Elimination of pneumatic lines reduces
system cost, weight and complexity. Full integration improves
system reliability, maintainability and performance. The
flexibility and versatility of the next-generation SmartProbe
system make it suitable for flight control systems ranging from
traditional to fully fly-by-wire flight control applications.
The primary ice detection system advises flight crews of ice
buildup for activation of the ice protection system at the optimal
time. The system helps reduce fuel consumption by activating the
energy-consuming de-ice function only when required. Goodrich is
the only company certified by the FAA to provide primary ice
detection systems for commercial aircraft.
�In providing these advanced systems, we�re leveraging our
expertise to bring truly integrated and optimized solutions to
Bombardier for their next-generation single-aisle CSeries
aircraft,� said Jan Mathiesen, vice president, Goodrich Sensors and
Integrated Systems. �These selections continue to strengthen
Goodrich�s role as the leading provider of air data and ice
detection systems to the industry worldwide, and we welcome the
CSeries to the growing number of commercial and military aircraft
using our SmartProbe architecture.�
Goodrich has also been selected to provide the external, cockpit
and maintenance lighting system for the CSeries aircraft.
Bombardier�s CSeries aircraft is expected to emit 20** per cent
less CO2 and 50** per cent less NOx, fly four** times quieter, and
deliver dramatic energy savings � 20** per cent fuel burn advantage
as well as 15** percent improved cash operating costs � versus
current in-production aircraft of similar size. Launch customer
Lufthansa is scheduled to receive up to 60 of the aircraft; entry
into service is expected in 2013. Other Goodrich content on the
CSeries includes the high lift actuation system, as well as the
nacelle system for the Pratt & Whitney PurePower� PW1000G
engine that will power the aircraft
Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a global
supplier of systems and services to aerospace, defense and homeland
security markets. With one of the most strategically diversified
portfolios of products in the industry, Goodrich serves a global
customer base with significant worldwide manufacturing and service
facilities. For more information, visit
http://www.goodrich.com.
Goodrich Corporation operates through its divisions and as a
parent company for its subsidiaries, one or more of which may be
referred to as "Goodrich Corporation" in this press release.
* CSeries is a trademark of Bombardier Inc. or of its
subsidiaries.
** The CSeries aircraft is in the design phase. All data and
specifications are estimates, subject to change in family strategy,
branding, capacity, performance during the course of the design,
manufacture and certification process. Performance has been
estimated based on a 500-nm North American operating
environment.
Forward Looking Statements
Certain statements made in this release are forward-looking
statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995 regarding the company's future plans,
objectives, and expected performance. Specifically, statements that
are not historical facts, including statements accompanied by words
such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," or
"plan," are intended to identify forward-looking statements and
convey the uncertainty of future events or outcomes. The company
cautions readers that any such forward-looking statements are based
on assumptions that the company believes are reasonable, but are
subject to a wide range of risks, and actual results may differ
materially.
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ
include, but are not limited to: demand for and market acceptance
of the aircraft; the actual amount of product purchased under the
contracts; potential cancellation of orders by customers; extension
of contracts with the company relating to the aircraft beyond the
initial contract period; and global demand for the aircraft�s spare
parts and aftermarket services. Further information regarding the
factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from
projected results can be found in the company's filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission, including in the company's
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 and
the company's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended
March 31, 2009.
The company cautions you not to place undue reliance on the
forward- looking statements contained in this release, which speak
only as of the date on which such statements were made. The company
undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to these
forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after
the date on which such statements were made or to reflect the
occurrence of unanticipated events.
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