Esterline Engineered Materials’ NMC Aerospace in Pomona, CA (NYSE: ESL www.esterline.com/engineeredmaterials), a leading specialty manufacturer serving aerospace and defense markets, was recently awarded the Boeing Performance Excellence Award for 2011.

BELLEVUE, Wash., November 18, 2008 — Esterline Corporation (NYSE: ESL www.esterline.com) today announced an agreement to acquire NMC Group (Nylon Molding Corporation) for approximately $90 million. NMC is a designer and manufacturer of specialized fasteners for the aerospace/defense industry. Completion of the transaction is expected in 30 to 45 days, contingent upon Hart-Scott-Rodino approval and other customary closing conditions. Esterline will fund the acquisition with available cash.