CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- UTC Aerospace
Systems and Boeing (NYSE: BA) today celebrated the first
flight of the 737 MAX 8 — the first member of Boeing's efficient
737 MAX family — which took to the skies on January 29 from Renton
Field near Boeing's 737 Final Assembly plant in Renton, Wash. UTC Aerospace Systems, a unit of
United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) is a supplier to the 737
MAX.
"Congratulations to Boeing on this historic accomplishment,"
said Dave Gitlin, President, UTC
Aerospace Systems. "It has been a privilege to be a part of the 737
MAX journey from conception to the rollout of the first aircraft in
December of 2015 to today's first flight. Our team is committed to
supporting Boeing on the flight test program through entry into
service."
UTC Aerospace Systems' advanced technology helps to light, land,
stop and protect the 737 MAX. The aircraft carries a variety of
systems from the company including the electric power system, cabin
pressure control, lighting systems, wheels and brakes, landing
gear, sensing systems, evacuation slides and fire protection.
The 737 MAX family has 3,072 orders from 62 customers worldwide.
Delivery of the first 737 MAX is scheduled for the third quarter of
2017.
UTC Aerospace Systems designs, manufactures and services
integrated systems and components for the aerospace and defense
industries. UTC Aerospace Systems supports a global customer
base, with significant worldwide manufacturing and customer service
facilities. Follow the company on Twitter: @utcaerosystems
United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides
high-technology systems and services to the building and aerospace
industries. To learn more about UTC, visit the website at
www.utc.com or follow the company on Twitter: @UTC.
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