EADS North America Increases its Education Scholarship Endowment for the Army Aviation Association of America Newest contribution of $15,000 makes EADS North America the largest corporate donor to the Association’s annual scholarship program Atlanta, GA, May 9, 2007 - EADS North America is providing an additional $15,000 contribution to the Army Aviation Association of America’s (AAAA) Scholarship Foundation, Inc., an educational scholarship fund, expanding on the company’s previous donation of $35,000 that established the EADS North America Distinguished Scholar Endowment last year. This endowment supports worthy candidates selected by the AAAA Scholarship Foundation in pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in aerospace or related technical fields. Eligible candidates include AAAA members and their immediate family members. The company’s combined $50,000 donation has been matched by a $15,000 commitment from the AAAA Scholarship Foundation, bringing the total EADS North America Distinguished Scholar Endowment to $65,000. A check for the new $15,000 donation will be presented at the AAAA Annual Convention in Atlanta, Georgia by David R. Oliver, Jr., the President and Chief Executive Officer of EADS North America Defense. “Access to advanced education is vital for all those who serve in uniform—as well as for their families,” Oliver said. “EADS North America is pleased to expand its contribution to the AAAA Scholarship Foundation and to assist in its very important work within the Army aviation community.” The AAAA represents the entire U.S. Army Aviation community. Its mission is to “Support the U.S. Army Aviation Soldier and Family.” It serves as a forum for aviators to exchange ideas and share experiences, and fosters the professional development of its members through programs at both the chapter and national level. About EADS North America (www.eadsnorthamerica.com) EADS North America is the North American operations of EADS, the second largest aerospace and defense company in the world. As a leader in all sectors of defense and homeland security, EADS North America and its parent company, EADS, contribute over $8.5 billion to the U.S. economy annually and support more than 174,000 American jobs through its network of suppliers and services. With 11 operating companies located in 32 cities and 17 states, EADS North America offers a broad array of advanced solutions to its customers in the commercial, homeland security, aerospace and defense markets. Media Contact: Guy Hicks, Vice President Communications and Public Relations EADS North America Tel: 703-236-3300 E-mail: guy.hicks@eads-na.com