Rockwell Collins’ international trip planning retains top ranking in Professional Pilot magazine survey

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Rockwell Collins’ international trip planning retains top ranking in Professional Pilot magazine survey

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Apr. 23, 2014) – For the second year in a row, Rockwell Collins has received the top ranking in Professional Pilot magazine’s annual PRASE (Preferences Regarding Aviation Services and Equipment) Survey for “Best International Trip Planning.”  Rockwell Collins’ Ascend International Trip Support was ranked No. 1 in this category as a result of a survey completed by more than 2,800 of the magazine’s subscribers.

Rockwell Collins’ ARINC Direct business aviation solutions, which became part of the company through Rockwell Collins’ December 2013 acquisition of ARINC Incorporated, also received high marks for its international trip planning from Professional Pilotsubscribers by achieving the No. 2 ranking in the same category.

“We sincerely appreciate the recognition from Pro Pilot’s readership, with the No. 1 and No. 2 spots in the category,” said Dave Poltorak, vice president, Aviation and Network Services for Rockwell Collins. “As we pursue the integration of these two industry leaders, we are very excited to make every aspect of our customers’ flight operations management—from international trip support to best-in-class flight planning—even easier from anywhere in the world.”

Rockwell Collins’ Ascend and ARINC Direct together provide corporate flight departments with the most comprehensive solution available for managing all flight operations through a proven suite of tools for the back office and mobile devices, including regional and international flight planning and trip support, fuel and concierge services, access to a dedicated team of meteorologists, and market-leading FOS^®scheduling and dispatch software.

About Rockwell CollinsRockwell Collins is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, simulation and training, and information management is delivered by a global workforce, and a service and support network that crosses more than 150 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.