For Immediate Release - December 13, 1996

REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA - CALIFORNIA MICROWAVE, INC. (Nasdaq National Market: CMIC) announced today that Philip F. Otto has resigned as Chairman and CEO, and as a Director of California Microwave, Inc., to pursue other interests. Dr. David B. Leeson, the founder of the Company, was appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors and of a newly-formed Executive Committee comprised of Dr. Leeson, Dr. Edward E. David, Jr., Alfred M. Gray and Frederick W. Whitridge, Jr. "Phil Ottoís contribution to the growth and development of California Microwave has been substantial. We thank him for his efforts and wish him well in his future endeavors," said Leeson. "We are fortunate that Phil has agreed to make himself available as a consultant to the Company to provide necessary continuity during the forthcoming transition period." California Microwave, Inc. is a leader in wireless and satellite communications. It is the number one U.S. supplier of microwave radios and telecommunications satellite earth stations used in wireless communications. The company operates facilities in seven states and sells into more than 110 countries. For More Information Contact:

Stephanie M. Day Vice President Corporate Communications (415) 596-6629

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