L3 Communications - Airport X-Ray Security Screening Systems

L-3 Security & Detection Systems announced today that its eXaminer 3DX-ES enhanced speed inline explosives detection system (EDS) has received certification from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The eXaminer 3DX-ES leverages the same footprint and proven operational performance as L-3’s eXaminer 3DX, offering a cost-effective approach to higher speed EDS requirements for checked baggage.

“The eXaminer 3DX-ES brings the accuracy and dependability of our field-proven eXaminer 3DX to a new, higher throughput inline EDS that is the fastest medium-speed class system,” said Thomas M. Ripp, president of L-3 Security & Detection Systems. “With TSA certification of the 3DX-ES, L-3 can now offer airports a comprehensive selection of four certified eXaminer models (SX, 3DX, 3DX-ES, XLB) in the reduced size, medium-speed and high-speed performance categories.”

The eXaminer family is powered by 3-D Continuous Flow Computed Tomography that rapidly and accurately screens hold baggage for explosives and other threats, generating full 3-D images of entire objects in seconds. Certified by regulators throughout the world, the eXaminer family delivers reliable threat detection and exceptional throughput performance.

Since 1998, L-3 has used medical-grade imaging technology developed for aviation security with an understanding of the complex demands faced by airport personnel and regulatory agencies around the globe. L-3’s flexible networking options link eXaminer and MVT-HR automated detection systems of any configuration with their respective viewing systems and search workstations over a secure network, enabling airports to realize the lowest possible staffing and operating costs. Over 900 eXaminer systems are deployed at airports domestically and internationally and are supported by L-3’s world-class service organization.

About L-3 Security & Detection Systems
With a broad range of systems and technology and an installed base of more than 20,000 systems worldwide, L-3 Security & Detection Systems offers screening technologies for numerous security applications, including aviation systems for hold baggage explosives detection and checkpoint screening, cargo and air freight screening, port and border inspection, and facility protection. L-3 Security & Detection Systems’ customer base includes the U.S. military and numerous government agencies, major airports and airlines, national and local authorities, and high-risk commercial enterprises throughout the world. To learn more about L-3 Security & Detection Systems, please visit the company's website at www.L-3com.com/sds.

About L-3 Communications
Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs approximately 67,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems, aircraft modernization and maintenance and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of a broad range of electronic systems used on military and commercial platforms. The company reported 2009 sales of $15.6 billion. To learn more about L-3, please visit the company's website at www.L-3com.com.

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