14 June 2003

"Our combined systems in electronics, actuation, engine components and aircraft structures offer unique solutions for the F-35", said Dr. John Ferrie, Smiths Aerospace Group Managing Director, "We are delighted to bring value in F-35 integrated solutions as a first tier supplier."

This extends the range of contracts on the F-35 that Smiths have already secured and are valued in excess of $10 billion over the lifetime of the aircraft.

Key F-35 systems from Smiths now include:

• standby flight display system, electrical power management system, remote input / output data concentrator unit (Cheltenham UK)

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

• engine and lift fan debris monitoring system (Southampton UK)

• LiftFanT hose and tube system (New Hampshire and Massachusetts)

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