TULSA, OKLA., DEC. 9 – Ken Lackey, chief executive officer of The NORDAM Group, was a featured speaker at the Credit Suisse First Boston 2005 Aerospace and Defense Conference on Tuesday, December 6. The three day event, held in New York, joined aviation executives and investors from around the world to discuss new technologies, business strategies, and the industry outlook for the year ahead.

Lackey's presentation gave a comprehensive view of The NORDAM Group. It included company history, an organizational structure chart, an overview of company leadership, a description of core competencies, and an outline for record growth in the years to come. The presentation also discussed key markets of focus and future opportunities, including increased repair and manufacturing capabilities.

The NORDAM Group, headquartered in Tulsa, Okla., is one of the largest independently owned aerospace companies in the world. NORDAM designs, certifies and manufactures integrated propulsion systems, nacelles and thrust reversers for business jets. In addition, NORDAM manufactures interior shells, custom cabinetry, radomes, and aircraft transparencies such as cabin windows, wing tip lenses and simulator screens. It is also one of the world's largest third-party providers of maintenance, repair and overhaul services to the military, commercial airline and air freight markets. The company employs approximately 2,300 people around the globe, with facilities in the U.S., England, Wales and Singapore. Additional information is available at www.nordam.com.