Panasonic Avionics Corporation Supplies eX2 IFEC Systems for Lufthansa's New Fleet of A380s

By Panasonic Avionics Corporation, PRNE
Tuesday, May 18, 2010

HAMBURG, Germany, May 19, 2010 - Panasonic Avionics Corporation (www.panasonic.aero) (Panasonic),
the world leader in state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and
communication (IFEC) systems, today announced that Lufthansa will deploy the
Panasonic eX2 (www.panasonic.aero/Products/XSeries.aspx) IFEC system
on its flagship Airbus A380 aircraft.

Panasonic's eX2 IFEC system will provide Lufthansa's passengers - in
every service class - with a full complement of entertainment and
communication options at their fingertips. The eX2 IFEC system will provide
an enhanced passenger experience with access to a wide variety of audio and
video on demand (AVOD) selections including the latest feature films in up to
eight languages, TV series, international radio channels, CDs, games, flight
and connecting gate information, all displayed on in-seat monitors. The user
friendly interface gives passengers a choice of 10 different navigation
languages. Power for personal electronic devices is available in first,
business and economy class.

"As Lufthansa planned its new flagship aircraft, they aspired to offer
best-in-class amenities and provide each passenger with a superior
entertainment experience," said Paul Margis, Chief Executive Officer of
Panasonic Avionics Corporation. "We're proud to be a part of that. By
selecting our eX2 IFEC system for its A380 fleet, Lufthansa ensures all of
its passengers will enjoy the most engaging content in the sky.

"This is a major step forward for both Lufthansa and Panasonic," Margis
added. "This sets a new standard for flight comfort, service and
entertainment."

Lufthansa has ordered 15 of the Airbus A380 aircraft. The aircraft will
have 526 seats in three classes on two levels. With four of the planes
expected to be in service by the end of the year, initial routes will be
between Frankfurt and the destination cities of Tokyo, Beijing and
Johannesburg.

The inaugural commercial flight will leave Frankfurt June 11, en route to
Tokyo.

About Lufthansa

One of the world's largest airlines, Lufthansa flies to some 194
destinations in 79 countries. Together with its Star Alliance partners,
Lufthansa offers connections to 975 destinations in more than 162 countries
and access to over 805 lounges worldwide. Lufthansa operates one of the most
extensive trans-Atlantic route networks, with 250 weekly flights from its 22
North American gateways. With 15 aircraft on order, Lufthansa is the largest
European operator of the fuel-efficient Airbus A380. It is also the launch
customer for the new Boeing 747-8, with first deliveries in 2010. Currently,
Lufthansa has 170 aircraft worth more than US$20 billion USD on order. For
more information or reservations, visit www.lufthansa.com.

About Panasonic Avionics Corporation

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the world's leading supplier of
in-flight entertainment and communication systems. The company's
best-in-class solutions, supported by professional maintenance services,
fully integrate with the cabin enabling airlines to deliver the ultimate
travel experiences with a rich variety of entertainment choices, resulting in
improved quality communication systems and solutions, and lower overall
costs.

Established in 1979, Panasonic Avionics Corporation, a U.S. corporation,
is a subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal
North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC). Headquartered
in Lake Forest, California with over 2,600 employees and operations in 50
locations worldwide, it serves over 200 customers worldwide and provides IFEC
systems on over 3,700 aircraft. For additional information, please visit
www.panasonic.aero.

Theresa Yeoh of Panasonic Avionics Corporation, +1-949-632-0149, Theresa.Yeoh at panasonic.aero

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