Davis Polk advised Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, Citigroup Global Markets Inc. and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC as joint book-running managers and representatives of the underwriters in connection with the SEC-registered offering by Rockwell Collins, Inc. of $250 million principal amount of 3.1% notes due 2021.

Based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Rockwell Collins is a leader in the design, production and support of communication and aviation electronics for commercial and military customers worldwide.

The Davis Polk corporate team included partner Joseph A. Hall and associates Shane Tintle and Mhairi C. Immermann (not yet admitted). Partner Michael Mollerus and associate Jason A. Chlipala provided tax advice. Counsel Betty M. Huber and associate Amy E. Turner provided environmental advice. Partner Frank J. Azzopardi and associate Randy Samson provided intellectual property advice. Kristyn M. Dunleavy was the legal assistant on the transaction. All members of the Davis Polk team are based in the New York office.