30 July 2002

Key JSF systems from Smiths Aerospace include:

• electrical power management (Cheltenham UK); teamed with Hamilton Sundstrand

• weapons control and data electronics (Michigan, Maryland and Florida);

• actuation systems and components included in the engine structure and other parts of the airplane. (New Jersey, Indiana, Washington and Wolverhampton UK)

John Ferrie, Smiths Aerospace Group Managing Director, notes, “JSF is clearly a major business opportunity for Smiths Aerospace. We are delighted to be an integral member of the team and provide important integrated systems for this vital programme.”

Jennifer Villarreal, Communications Manager Heather Cox, Director of Communications

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