AeroCorder 100 Flight Data Recorder (FDR), commonly referred to as a "black box", extends the standard features of existing FDRs with a new approach to capturing, storage, and protection of flight information from flight instruments along with cockpit voice recordings. Using a patent-pending innovative memory insulation technique, AeroCorder 100 offers a smaller size, lower weight, and less power consumption than traditional FDRs in a modular and flexible architecture.
These features combine to make it the lightest and lowest volume TSO’d FDR on the market. The “software free” recorder allows for aircraft specific configurations as well as the addition of creative and useful expansion capabilities. AeroCorder 100 can also be flange mounted in any orientation where space is at a premium.
AeroCorder 100 FDR includes an ARINC 717 interface for data collection in today’s digital cockpits. To expand AeroCorder’s 100 capabilities, a data acquisition module is available from Flight Data Systems (FDS). The Modular Acquisition Unit (MAU) converts AeroCorder 100 into a Data Acquisition and Crash Recorder System. By using MAUs you can pull in a variety of inputs into AeroCorder 100, making it the ideal option for Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA) and Safety Management.
AeroCorder 100 comes standard with a TSO 121b Underwater Locator Beacon (ULB), and provides for two different mounting locations for greater installation flexibility.
Yes, we retrofit legacy systems (e.g., GE Frame 5, Siemens V94.2) with modern digital controllers, typically completing hardware integration within 4-8 weeks. Software migration requires additional validation time.
We recommend annual performance testing under ISO 3977-2 standards. Critical applications (e.g., offshore platforms) may require semi-annual tests with emissions compliance checks.
All rad-hard devices (e.g., FPGA, ADC) are QML Class V certified under MIL-PRF-38535 and tested to MIL-STD-883 Method 1019 for SEU tolerance. Full qualification reports are available upon request.
Our ASICs and power management ICs operate across -55°C to +175°C ambient temperatures, with derating curves provided in military temperature range (MTR) datasheets.
Our PMA parts (e.g., actuators, sensors) hold FAA/EASA Form 1 certification and match OEM form/fit/function. Installation requires SB/MB documentation per FAA AC 23.1529.
All NAS/MS fasteners include full DNA traceability: melt source (AMS 2301), heat/lot numbers, and AS9100-compliant MTRs with ultrasonic test reports.
AOG orders ship within 4 hours for stocked items (FAA-PMA, EASA Part 21G). Non-stock critical parts trigger priority manufacturing with 72-hour max turnaround.
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