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Elbit Systems — Regulatory Filings 2006
Apr 26, 2006
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ELBI SYSTEMS Ltd.
Elbit Systems of America, a US subsidiary of Elbit Systems, Recruits Goff for Government Relations
Haifa, Israel, April 26, 2006 – Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) announce that its American subsidiary, Elbit Systems of America, a leading provider of high performance defense and commercial aviation products and sub-system solutions, appointed Donald G. Goff as vice president of government relations. Under Goff, the Elbit Systems of America's Washington office will further develop its legislative, regulatory, and end user community activities relating to commercial aviation, homeland security and the Department of Defense.
"Today, military and homeland security agents as well as operators of commercial aircraft have technological systems in place that give them better capabilities than ever before. However, they still require tailoring, upgrades, and support to stay aligned with the evolving defense, homeland security, and commercial aviation national interests," said Tim Taylor, president & CEO of Elbit Systems of America. "Our nation's decision makers and policy makers will benefit from Don's expertise because he has a solid understanding of the technologies that provide the flexibility, speed, responsiveness, and pre-emption needed to save lives and enhance safety."
Goff comes to Elbit Systems of America from Boeing where he directed legislative affairs in support of aerospace programs for the United States and allied countries. Prior to Boeing, Goff was vice president for government relations for the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) where his leadership helped change the small aircraft tort statutes. During his tenure at GAMA, Goff was appointed to the Industry Sector Advisory Committee and counseled the Secretary of Commerce and the United States Trade Representative on a wide range of international and aerospace issues.
An instrument-rated helicopter and airplane pilot, Goff is a West Point graduate with a bachelor of science degree in engineering and a master's degree in education from Duke University.
About Elbit Systems of America
Elbit Systems of America companies are leading providers of high performance products and sub-system solutions focusing on the defense, homeland security, and commercial aviation markets. With facilities in Texas, New Hampshire, Kansas, Alabama, Georgia, Virginia, and California, Elbit of Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the defense, safety, and
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enrichment of the United States. The Elbit Systems of America group is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ:ESLT), a global electronics company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and homeland security applications.
Additional information about the company is available at www.elbitsystemsofamerica.com.
Trademarks
Elbit Systems of America and other trademarks, service marks and logos are registered or unregistered marks of Elbit Systems of America companies in the United States and in foreign countries. Copyright © 2005 Elbit Systems of America. All rights reserved.
About Elbit Systems
Elbit Systems Ltd. is an international defense electronics company engaged in a wide range of defense-related programs throughout the world. The Elbit Systems Group, which includes the company and its subsidiaries, operates in the areas of aerospace, land and naval systems, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance ("C4ISR"), advanced electro-optic and space technologies, EW suites, airborne warning systems, ELINT systems, data links and military communications systems and equipment. The Group also focuses on the upgrading of existing military platforms and developing new technologies for defense and homeland security applications.
Contacts
Company contact Ilan Pacholder, Corporate Secretary and VP Finance & Capital Markets
Elbit Systems Ltd. Tel: 972-4 831-6632 Fax: 972-4 831-6659 [email protected]
IR Contacts Ehud Helft/Kenny Green
GK International Tel: 1-866-704-6710 Fax: 972-3-607-4711 [email protected] [email protected]
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