Rockwell Collins Reports Q2 FY 2017 Financial Results

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Rockwell Collins, Inc. today reported sales for the second quarter of fiscal year 2017 of $1.34 billion, a 2% increase from the same period in fiscal year 2016. Second quarter fiscal year 2017 earnings per share from continuing operations was $1.27 compared to $1.30 in the prior year. Earnings per share for the second quarter of fiscal year 2017 includes 7 cents of B/E Aerospace acquisition-related expenses. Total segment operating margins were 21.0% for the second quarter of fiscal year 2017, a 30 basis point improvement over the same period in fiscal year 2016.

On April 13, 2017 the company completed the acquisition of B/E Aerospace, a leading manufacturer of aircraft cabin interior products and services, for $8.6 billion in total consideration. B/E Aerospace will operate as a new Interior Systems segment within Rockwell Collins. The company’s updated full year fiscal 2017 financial guidance adjusted to include the acquisition of B/E Aerospace is as follows:

Sales are now expected to be in the range of $6.7 billion to $6.8 billion (from $5.3 billion to $5.4 billion). Interior Systems (formerly B/E Aerospace) sales are estimated to be about $1.4 billion.

GAAP earnings per share are expected to be in the range of $4.50 to $4.70. Earnings per share adjusted for B/E Aerospace acquisition-related expenses and total combined company acquisition-related intangible asset amortization is expected to be in the range of $5.95 to $6.15 (see the supplemental schedule included in this press release for a reconciliation of adjusted earnings per share).

Free cash flow is now expected to be in the range of $650 million to $750 million (from $600 million to $700 million).

"The operating performance of our business through the first half of 2017 has been very good,” said Rockwell Collins Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Kelly Ortberg. “In the quarter, growth in our Government Systems, Information Management Services, and Air Transport businesses were partially offset by sales headwinds from lower business jet OEM deliveries. Operating margins grew 30 basis points over last year as we continued to realize the benefit of cost saving initiatives across all of our businesses." 

Ortberg continued, "It's an exciting time as we welcome B/E Aerospace's talented employees to Rockwell Collins and bring these two industry leaders together. We have updated our fiscal year 2017 financial guidance to include our new Interior Systems segment, which will be accretive to adjusted earnings per share right out of the gate in fiscal year 2017. We are now focused on integrating the business and achieving our synergy plans."

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About Rockwell Collins

Rockwell Collins is a leader in aviation and high-integrity solutions for commercial and military customers around the world. Every day we help pilots safely and reliably navigate to the far corners of the earth; keep warfighters aware and informed in battle; deliver millions of messages for airlines and airports; and help passengers stay connected and comfortable throughout their journey. As experts in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, cabin interiors, information management, mission communications, and simulation and training, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and services that can transform our customers' futures.