Overview
Rockwell Collins was an American aerospace and defense electronics company specializing in avionics, communications systems, aircraft electronics, and information technology systems. The company originated from the Collins Radio division of Rockwell International and became one of the world’s leading suppliers of aviation and military communications equipment.
In 2018, Rockwell Collins became part of Collins Aerospace following acquisition by United Technologies Corporation.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Rockwell Collins |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Predecessor | Collins Radio / Rockwell International |
| Headquarters | Cedar Rapids, Iowa |
| Industry | Aerospace and defense electronics |
| Major Products | Avionics, communications systems, navigation systems |
| Parent Company | Rockwell International (historically) |
| Successor Company | Collins Aerospace |
Physical Description
Rockwell Collins manufactured aviation communications systems, cockpit avionics, navigation equipment, satellite communications systems, military electronics, and aircraft information systems. Products were widely used in commercial aviation, military aircraft, and government aerospace operations.
History
Rockwell Collins originated from Collins Radio Company, founded in Cedar Rapids, Iowa by Arthur Collins in 1933. Collins Radio became widely known for advanced radio communications equipment used in aviation, military, and amateur radio applications.
Collins Radio was acquired by Rockwell International in 1973 and operated as the Collins division within the larger corporation.
In 2001, Rockwell International separated its aerospace and avionics operations into an independent publicly traded company named Rockwell Collins.
The company became one of the leading global suppliers of avionics and aircraft communications systems for commercial airlines, military aviation, and government aerospace programs.
In 2018, United Technologies Corporation acquired Rockwell Collins and merged it with UTC Aerospace Systems to form Collins Aerospace.
Historical Addresses
Corporate Headquarters
Rockwell Collins
400 Collins Road NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52498
Historical Timeline
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1933 | Collins Radio Company founded |
| 1973 | Collins Radio acquired by Rockwell International |
| 2001 | Rockwell Collins formed as independent company |
| 2000s | Expansion of avionics and aerospace systems operations |
| 2018 | Acquired by United Technologies Corporation |
| 2018 | Collins Aerospace formed |
References
- Wikipedia: Rockwell Collins
Corporate history and aerospace operations. - Collins Aerospace History
Historical background and company development. - RTX: Collins Aerospace
Current corporate information and aerospace operations.