Cessna Selects Goodrich SmartProbe Air Data System for Citation Columbus

Advanced system architecture improves reliability and reduces owner operating costs

(Charlotte, N.C., October 2, 2008) -- Goodrich Corporation (NYSE: GR) has been selected by Cessna Aircraft Company to supply SmartProbe(TM) air data systems and windshield heat controllers for the Cessna Citation Columbus large-cabin intercontinental business jet. The selection marks the first application of Goodrich's SmartProbe air data and windshield heat controller technology for a Cessna aircraft. Work will be performed by Goodrich's Sensors and Integrated Systems team in Burnsville, Minn.

The SmartProbe system provides all critical air data parameters to the aircraft's flight control, pilot display and other systems. SmartProbe air data sensing technology integrates multi-function sensing probes, pressure sensors and full air data measurement processing, allowing the elimination of pneumatic lines. This integration reduces the total number of individual system components, decreases overall weight and significantly improves system reliability, maintainability and performance.

The windshield heat controller regulates and distributes only the level of power required by the windshield to ensure it remains free of condensation and ice. The flexible design provides redundant digital buses or discrete analog interfaces making it adaptable to different aircraft avionic architecture configurations.

"The selection of our SmartProbe air data and windshield heat controller technology -- both firsts -- broadens business opportunities with Cessna, the world's highest volume manufacturer of business aircraft," said Jan Mathiesen, Vice President, Goodrich Sensors and Integrated Systems. "Use of the SmartProbe system on the Citation Columbus demonstrates our readiness to support next generation aircraft. We look forward to building our partnership with Cessna."

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