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Aeroflex Announces Acquisition of MicroMetrics, Inc.



    Aeroflex Incorporated (Nasdaq: ARXX) today announced that it has
    completed the acquisition of privately-held MicroMetrics, Inc. of
    Londonderry, New Hampshire. MicroMetrics is a design and full service
    manufacturer of both standard and application specific RF/Microwave
    diodes and semiconductor devices.

    "We believe the acquisition of MicroMetrics is strategic and
    strengthens our Hi-Reliability, Hi-Performance RF/Microwave product
    portfolio of semiconductor solutions that will enable us to better
    service our demanding customer applications," said John Buyko,
    President, Aeroflex Microelectronic Solutions. "We are delighted that
    the MicroMetrics team will be joining forces with our company and are
    looking forward to working with them."

    About Aeroflex

    Aeroflex Incorporated (Nasdaq: ARXX) is a global provider of high
    technology solutions to the aerospace, defense, cellular and broadband
    communications markets. The Company's diverse technologies allow it to
    design, develop, manufacture and market a broad range of test,
    measurement and microelectronic products. The Company's common stock
    trades on the Nasdaq National Market System under the symbol ARXX and
    is included in the S&P SmallCap 600 index. Additional information
    concerning Aeroflex Incorporated can be found on the Company's Web
    site: www.aeroflex.com.

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