China's Comac has selected Rockwell Collins to provide the cabin core system (CCS) for its C919 aircraft.
Under a letter of intent signed today, the CCS will be standard equipment on all C919 twinjets.
Rockwell Collins is teaming with Shanghai Aero Measurement-Controlling Research Institute (SAMRI) and Cobham on the deal. SAMRI will support Rockwell Collins in the design, development and integration of the CCS, while Cobham will provide the public address system.
"The CCS being developed specifically for the C919 will leverage innovations from Rockwell Collins Venue cabin management system, which services a wide market of business and regional aircraft," says Rockwell Collins.
"This is the third major package that Comac has entrusted to Rockwell Collins for the C919 program - a true honour for our company. The flight deck and cabin solutions selected will serve as the next generation backbone that will be featured on this important aircraft."
Rockwell Collins executive vice-president and COO Kent Statler says work on the C919 programme "provides a wonderful opportunity for Rockwell Collins to strengthen and extend our relationships with institutions in this region. Through our work with SAMRI, we will be developing the business connections and technical capabilities that will enable both organizations to be more competitive."
Source: Air Transport Intelligence news
