AAR Receives STC for Launch Cargo Loading System for IAI's 767-300 Conversion Program

(Wood Dale, Illinois, February 4, 2010) -- AAR (NYSE: AIR) announced today that the FAA and EASA have issued Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) approving the Company's cargo handling system for the 767-300 airframe. AAR was selected by IAI's Bedek Aviation Group (IAI) to design the cargo system for the launch of its 767-300 conversion program.

IAI installed the AAR cargo system to convert a 767-300 from passenger configuration into a modern and efficient General Market Freighter (GMF) configuration. The system was manufactured at AAR Cargo Systems state-of-the-art facility in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

"AAR is leading the industry with our design capabilities on the 767 airframe," said Vin Misciagna, General Manager, AAR Cargo Systems. "Developments on our new freighter conversions are leading to greater efficiency and smoother operation for our customers. Further, AAR continues to invest in its design and engineering capabilities, which will increase the value we provide our customers and strengthen our position in the marketplace."

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