Panasonic Avionics to License eXport Solution for In-Flight iPod(R) and iPhone(TM) Usage

PALM SPRINGS, CA, Oct 05 (MARKET WIRE) --
Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), the world leader in
state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and communication (IFEC)
systems, today announced that eXport, an innovative connectivity feature
proprietary to the Panasonic eX2 system, will be available via licensing
agreements to all IFEC vendors.

The eXport solution provides a single connection for all audio, video,
power, and data communication between the iPod and IFEC system,
eliminating the need for octopus cable previously used in the industry.
The eXport solution helps enhance passengers' in-flight entertainment
experience by integrating iPod personal portable players with Panasonic's
eX2 IFEC system using an eXport Smart Cable. With this device, passengers
can enjoy their own personal content on their iPod(R) or iPhone(TM) while
in flight.

"Panasonic is a proven innovator in IFEC technology and our eXport
technology delivers an enriched in-flight experience to iPod and iPhone
users," said Paul Margis, Chief Executive Officer of Panasonic Avionics
Corporation. "Having multiple industry standards for iPod integration does
not benefit the flying public and we felt it was important to make eXport
available to our competition. By licensing this solution, we have taken
another step forward to establish eXport as an industry standard feature
on aircraft."

Panasonic's eXport solution for iPod and iPhone has been exceptionally
well received by airline customers and passengers alike since it was
introduced last year. Nearly 4,500 seats equipped with the eXport
solution were shipped in just under one year. The early adopters include
Avianca, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International, and United Airlines.

As the only Made for iPod IFEC vendor in the commercial air transport
industry, other IFEC vendors have expressed interest to Panasonic in
licensing eXport for use with their IFEC systems.

Currently, Panasonic offers license agreements to avionics industry
customers exclusively. In the future, the eXport technology may have
applications to other markets in the travel industry.

About Panasonic Avionics Corporation

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the world's leading supplier of
in-flight entertainment and communication systems. The company's
best-in-class solutions, supported by professional maintenance services,
fully integrate with the cabin enabling airlines to deliver the ultimate
travel experiences with a rich variety of entertainment choices,
resulting in improved quality communication systems and solutions,
reduced time-to-market and lower overall costs.

Established in 1979, Panasonic Avionics Corporation, a U.S. corporation,
is a subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal
North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC).
Headquartered in Lake Forest, California with over 3,100 employees and
operations in 80 locations worldwide, it serves over 200 customers
worldwide and provides IFEC systems on over 3,700 aircraft. For
additional information, please visit www.panasonic.aero.

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