Elbit Systems of America, LLC, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd. announces that Chris Hickeyhas been named Vice President of its Services& Support Solutions.  With over 25 years of experience  in  aerospace  and  technology  industries  including  a  diverse background  in  defense,  civil,  and  international  markets, Hickey will oversee Elbit’s aircraft modernization and sustainment facility in San Antonio, Texas, its product support  sites in Fort Worth, Texas and in Woensdrecht, Netherlands andlogistics support and obsolesce management center in Talladega, Alabama.Hickey’s is also responsible for customer service and product support related to the Merlin and Metro commuter aircraft, for which Elbit holds the Type Certificates.

The Services& Support Solutions provideslogistics, sustainment, modernization and upgrade solutionsto its military and commercial customers.With a focus on fixed and rotary wing aircraft and land vehicles,Elbit Systems of America provides afull range of product and service offerings including design, development, repairs,engineering, supply chain management, contractor operated main base supply, contractor logistics support, life cycle contractor support, and avionics modernization.

“Chrisbrings a rich level of defense, commercial, and homeland security market knowledge to Elbit Systems of America,” commented Raanan Horowitz, Elbit Systems of AmericaPresident and Chief Executive Officer. “His experience in management, business development, international markets, andoperationshas prepared him wellfor the opportunities at ElbitSystems. We look forward to his leadership as we continue to deliver affordable, innovative logistics solutions and servicesto our customers.”

Hickey holds an MBA fromArizona State University and a BS in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Notre Dame.

About Elbit Systems of America, LLC

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the commercial aviation, defense, homeland security, and medical instrumentation markets.  With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States.  Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ and TASE: ESLT), a global electronics company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com.

About Elbit Systems

Elbit Systems Ltd. is an international defense electronics company engaged in a wide range of programs throughout the world. The Company, which includes Elbit Systems and its subsidiaries, operates in the areas of aerospace, land and naval systems, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (“C4ISR”), unmanned aircraft systems (“UAS”), advanced electro-optics, electro-optic space systems, EW suites, signal intelligence (“SIGINT”) systems, data links and communications systems and radios. The Company also focuses on the upgrading of existing military platforms, developing new technologies for defense, homeland security and commercial aviation applications and providing a range of support services, including training and simulation systems. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems.com