Appareo announced its AIRS-400 airborne image recording system at the Aircraft Electronics Association convention in Dallas, Texas, on June 22. The 4K ultra-high definition system captures video and ARINC 429 aircraft information—including pilot intercom and ambient audio—which can be offloaded via a cellular data connection. The lightweight unit is suitable for a full spectrum of general aviation aircraft, weighing 11 ounces and ready to mount inside the cabin or flight deck.
Appareo 4K Ultra-High-Def Flight Recorder Debuts
Key Takeaways:
- Appareo announced the AIRS-400, a lightweight 4K ultra-high definition airborne image recording system designed for general aviation aircraft.
- The system captures extensive flight data, including video, pilot audio, ambient sound, WAAS GPS, attitude, rotation rates, and G-force, with data offloadable via cellular connection.
- It features internal crash-hardened memory and an SD card for extensive data storage, specifically designed to support Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) programs across diverse aircraft fleets.
- Weighing 11 ounces and suitable for cabin or flight deck mounting, the AIRS-400 is expected to ship in September 2021 following certification.
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