Contract Win

For Immediate Release 24 February 2015

Meggitt PLC

Contract Win

Multi-million dollar fire protection system win, China

Meggitt PLC ( "Meggitt" or "the Group"), a leading international company specialising in high performance components and sub-systems for the aerospace, defence and energy markets, has been selected by AVIC Aircraft Xi'an Branch to embark on a multi-million dollar programme involving three packages of work for the MA700 70-seat regional aircraft.

Meggitt and AVIC Aircraft Xi'an Branch have entered the joint development phase involving two fire protection systems, one for the engine and auxiliary power unit and the other for the cargo and cabin; and a bleed air leak detection system.

First delivery is planned for 2019 with production expected to last at least 25 years.

Stephen Young, Meggitt Chief Executive commented: "This award confirms Meggitt's continuing status as a world-leader in high spec, safety-critical sub-systems and equipment."

ENDS

For further information please contact:

Meggitt PLC

Richard Cashin, Investor Relations Tel: 01202 597597

Fiona Greig, Corporate Communication

Buchanan

Charles Ryland, Richard Oldworth and Helen Chan Tel: 0207 466 5000

Editor's notes

Meggitt PLC

Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Meggitt PLC is an international group operating in North and South America, Europe and Asia. Known for its specialised extreme environment engineering, Meggitt is a world leader in aerospace, energy and defence. Meggitt employs over 10,500 people at over 40 manufacturing facilities and regional offices worldwide.

www.meggitt.com