CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- After an
extensive, industry-wide evaluation of Aircraft Interface Device (AID) options, Lufthansa Technik has selected the latest
generation AID from UTC Aerospace Systems to enable a wide range of cost-saving solutions for its customers.
Lufthansa Technik launched a review of AID solutions from leading suppliers on behalf of Lufthansa for a more connected
aircraft and the associated value-creating solutions. The study evaluated AID products from suppliers across multiple criteria,
including cost, range of input/output, processing power, storage capacity and upgradeability. Luftansa Technik completed testing
in its own facility to ensure the competition was based on unbiased data.
Following the wide-ranging assessment, the UTC Aerospace Systems AID was selected as the preferred platform due to its data
processing performance, advanced network security features, ability to host embedded applications and reliability. Lufthansa
Technik received EASA certification for the AID system on the Airbus A320 family and is already preparing follow-on
certifications on various commercial aircraft types for customers beyond the Lufthansa Group. Lufthansa German Airlines has
ordered the AID for their fleet of A320 series aircraft, with options for the rest of their fleet. AID development and
production work is being performed by UTC Aerospace Systems' Sensors and Integrated Systems business in Burnsville, Minnesota.
"For Lufthansa Technik's customers, the latest AID will provide enhanced functionality, improved safety, stronger
cybersecurity and greater in-flight data connectivity, while simultaneously reducing costs," said Mark
Skarohlid, Vice President of Business Development for UTC Aerospace Systems. "At UTC Aerospace Systems, we're committed to
providing our customers with the cutting-edge technology they need to improve performance and drive down cost, and we look
forward to continuing to partner with Lufthansa moving forward."
About UTC Aerospace Systems
UTC Aerospace Systems is one of the world's largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products. UTC
Aerospace Systems designs, manufactures and services integrated systems and components for the aerospace and defense industries,
supporting a global customer base with significant worldwide manufacturing and customer service facilities. For more information
about the company, visit our website at www.utcaerospacesystems.com or follow us on Twitter: @utcaerosystems
About United Technologies Corporation
United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides high-technology systems
and services to the building and aerospace industries. By combining a passion for science with precision engineering, the company
is creating smart, sustainable solutions the world needs. For more information about the company, visit our website at www.utc.com or follow us on Twitter: @UTC
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