A.E. PETSCHE CO., INC.
2112 West Division St.
Arlington, TX 76012
Phone: 817-461-9473 Fax: 817-277-2887
Contact: Gordon Dunn - Costa Mesa, CA
E-Mail: gdunn@aepetsche.com

EFFECTIVE 29 OCTOBER 2002

Rockwell Collins Names A.E. Petsche Co., Inc. A Preferred Supplier For 2002

A.E. Petsche Company has been named a "Preferred Supplier" by Rockwell Collins. Rockwell officials presented A.E. Petsche Company representatives with a plaque commemorating this recognition at a recent Rockwell Collin's annual supplier conference in Cedar Rapids, IA. A.E. Petsche Company CEO, Glenn Davidson, remarked, "A.E. Petsche Company and its employees are extremely proud of the recognition extended by Rockwell Collins. We view this award as confirmation of the company's commitment to industry leading customer service. Rockwell Collins and this award will be added to a long list of leading aerospace companies including Bombardier, Gulfstream Aerospace and Cessna/Textron, who have recognized A.E. Petsche Company for its products and services."

Rockwell Collins [NYSCE:COL] is a world leader in the design, production, and support of communications and aviation electronic solutions for government and commercial customers worldwide. Additional information is available at www.rockwellcollins.com.

A. E. PETSCHE CO., INC.

A.E. Petsche Company is the world's leading supplier of high-performance, military/aerospace wire, cable and interconnect products. The company is headquartered in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, and operates sales offices and distribution centers worldwide. For additional information on A.E. Petsche Company visit www.aepetsche.com