Rockwell Collins offers the state-of-the-art ADC-87A air data computer to meet requirements for the 1,000-foot vertical separation minimums required to operate aircraft in airspace with RVSM. The Rockwell Collins ADC-87A meets the demanding performance requirements of high-performance business jets and regional aircraft. What's more, it exceeds the FAA technical standard order (TSO) accuracy requirements.

Installation of two Rockwell Collins ADC-87As provides true dual redundancy required by the RVSM mandate without the need for autopilot recertification. Dual redundancy can also be achieved by using a single ADC-87A in combination with a single Rockwell Collins ADC-80.

For more information about the Rockwell Collins ADC-87A and how it can help bring your aircraft into RVSM compliance, contact your Rockwell Collins sales representative or e-mail csmarketing@rockwellcollins.com .

Domestic RVSM

The proposal to implement RVSM between FL 290 - 410 (inclusive) January 20, 2005 is considered to be a feasible option and the FAA is developing its plans accordingly. A notice of Proposed Rulemaking was published in May 2002 and the comment period closed August 8, 2002. The final rule is scheduled to be published in June 2003.

North Atlantic Track RVSM

• Implementation to FL 310-390, October 8, 1998   
• Implementation to FL 290-410, January 24, 2002

Asia Pacific RVSM

• Implementation to FL 290-390, February 24, 2000   
• Asia-Europe South of the Himalayas, November 27, 2003

Europe RVSM

• Go/Delay decision, September 2001   
• Implementation to FL 290-410, January 24, 2002

WATRS RVSM

• Phase 1 implementation to FL 290-410, September 30, 2000   
• Phase 2 implementation to FL 290-410, November 1, 2001