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IDD AEROSPACE WINS SMITHS AEROSPACE CONTRACT FOR F-35 JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER

FARNBOROUGH (July 19, 2006) - IDD AEROSPACE announced today that they have won a contract with Smiths Aerospace in Cheltenham UK, to provide a cockpit component for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF).
Under the agreement IDD Aerospace will develop, design and manufacture a specialty bezel for Smiths’ Standby Flight Display (SFD) delivering approximately 2000 units over ten years. The bezel will be NVIS (night vision imaging system) capable and have built-in tactile control functionality.

“ Smiths chose IDD for this project because of their extensive military experience and their superior human-to-machine interface tactile feel,” said Andy Noakes, Project Manager for Smiths’ SFD project. “Their participation will greatly benefit us in the development of this system.”

IDD has produced primary flight display bezels for a wide range of military aircraft applications including the F/A-18, F-22 and F-15 fighter jets.

“ IDD is proud to be working with Smiths Aerospace on the F-35 JSF SFD panel” said Steve Hintzke, President of IDD Aerospace. “This project is another example of building strong partnerships with European-based aviation companies for military projects.”

About IDD Aerospace

IDD Aerospace is in the Aircraft Systems Division of the Zodiac Group. The company is located in Redmond, WA and is a leading provider of illuminated light panels, control panels assemblies and keyboards for aircraft flight decks to customers worldwide. More information on IDD Aerospace can be found at www.iddaerospace.com.

About Smiths

Smiths Aerospace, a part of Smiths Group, is a leading transatlantic aerospace systems and equipment company, with more than 11,000 employees and $2 billion revenues globally. The company holds key positions in the supply chains of all major military and civil aircraft and engine manufacturers and is a world-leader in digital, electrical power, mechanical systems, engine components and customer services. www.smiths-aerospace.com.

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