Duluth, Ga. – (April 1, 2009) - DataPath, Inc., a leading provider of satellite and wireless communications networks around the world, today announced that it has entered into a merger agreement with Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NYSE:COL).  Pursuant to the terms of the merger agreement, a Rockwell Collins merger subsidiary will be merged with and into DataPath with DataPath surviving as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rockwell Collins.

The aggregate consideration under the merger agreement is approximately $130 million.  Of that amount, approximately $110 million is associated with existing debt and other obligations.  The resulting $19.6 million of merger consideration will be distributed to holders of DataPath’s common stock in exchange for all the issued and outstanding shares.  Each share of DataPath common stock, other than those shares with respect to which dissenters rights are properly exercised, will be cancelled and converted into the right to receive approximately $0.42 per share in cash.  The merger is not subject to a financing condition.

The record date for shareholders entitled to vote at the special meeting regarding the merger is April 1, 2009 and the date of the special meeting will be May 7, 2009.  The merger has been approved by the DataPath Board and the DataPath Board has recommended that the merger be approved by the DataPath shareholders. Consummation of the merger is subject to various closing conditions, including approval by the holders of at least 66 2/3% of DataPath’s outstanding shares.  The holders of approximately 15% of the outstanding shares have signed proxies to vote in favor of the merger and against any alternative transaction. 

The information set forth in this press release summarizes information set forth in the proxy statement for the special meeting (which includes a copy of the merger agreement).  This information is material to any purchases or sales of our shares during the period prior to the time the merger is consummated or the merger agreement is terminated.  DataPath will provide copies of the proxy statement to prospective qualified purchasers upon written request.  The parties currently expect that, subject to shareholder approval, the merger will be completed in the second quarter of 2009.

About DataPath, Inc.
DataPath® is a global leader in creating satellite-based network solutions that solve customers’ toughest communications challenges. We specialize in enabling highly complex, video-intensive communications networks that are critical to the operations of military, civilian government and commercial organizations. Even in the most urgent time frames and extreme conditions, we establish and maintain communications anywhere and deliver total network control through our communications solutions, MaxView® network control software and comprehensive services.  SWE-DISH Satellite Systems AB, a Stockholm-based, global leader in the design and manufacture of mobile satellite communications systems, is a wholly owned subsidiary. DataPath is headquartered in Duluth, Ga., U.S.A. and operates via more than two dozen offices and distributor locations around the world. For more information, visit www.datapath.com.

About Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronics solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, information management and simulation and training is delivered by nearly 20,000 employees, and a global service and support network that crosses 27 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.

Cautionary Notice Regarding Forward-Statements
This press release contains statements that are forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to, whether the merger will be approved and effected.

Additional Information About the Merger and Where to Find It.
Requests for the Proxy Statement should be sent to Steven R. Wilson, Vice President and General Counsel, at 3095 Satellite Boulevard, Building 800, Suite 600, Duluth, Georgia  30096; telephone: (678) 597-0549; facsimile: (678) 252-4020; email: swilson@datapath.com.  INVESTORS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT BECAUSE IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DATAPATH, ROCKWELL COLLINS AND THE TRANSACTION.

This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.