Rockwell Collins has secured a contract to provide services and support to common avionics architecture systems (CAAS) on the US Army’s CH-47F helicopter fleet.

Under the contract, the company will service up to 1,910 CAAS units by the end of 2021.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more

Related Company Profiles

View all

The contract requires Rockwell Collins to provide fixed-price repairs to avionics management systems over the next five years.

The company said that CAAS integrates multiple communications, navigation and mission subsystems through its flexible Flight2 open systems architecture design.

Rockwell Collins service solutions vice-president and general manager Thierry Tosi said: “Since its original installation, CAAS continues to enable army aviation to safely perform highly demanding missions worldwide.

"Since its original installation, CAAS continues to enable army aviation to safely perform highly demanding missions worldwide.”

“With this service contract, we’re providing lifetime value to the US Army by sustaining and supporting these mission critical avionics. Supporting this contract keeps CH-47F helicopters flying so soldiers can accomplish their missions.”

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

Originally fielded on the CH-47F aircraft in 2007, Rockwell Collins’ CAAS features cockpit displays that are optimised for cargo, assault and multi-mission roles.

It also includes integrated map and tactical displays for improved battlefield survivability and mission effectiveness, Rockwell said in a statement.

The CAAS was initially developed for the Special Operations Forces' MH-47 and MH-60 helicopter fleets.

US forces have also selected the avionics management system for the MH-60T, MH-65E, VH-60N and CH-53K helicopters.

Image: Rockwell Collins selected to support cockpit equipment for US Army CH-47F. Photo: courtesy of Rockwell Collins.