17 October 2005

Smiths Aerospace has the following systems on the T-50:

• Main generator system (Dayton, Ohio)

• Cockpit control panels, battery charging system, caution / warning system (Long Island, New York)

• Voice and data recorders (Grand Rapids, Michigan)

• Advanced Data Transfer Equipment, Airborne Video Solid State Recorder (Germantown, Maryland)

About voice and data recorders:

Smiths' VADR® is the world's most compact, lightweight, high performance crash survivable recorder with applications on multiple types of fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. VADR® technology is also at the heart of Health & Usage Monitoring System (HUMS) that provide safety, maintenance and mission readiness benefits.

About Smiths:

Smiths Aerospace, a part of Smiths Group plc, is a leading transatlantic aerospace systems and equipment company, with more than 10,000 employees and $2 billion revenues worldwide. The company holds key positions in the supply chains of all major military and civil aircraft and engine manufacturers and are world-leaders in digital, electrical power, mechanical systems, engine components and Systems Customer Services. www.geaviationsystems.com

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