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Cockpit voice and data recorder technology

Acron's recorders, including the FA2100 and FA5000, are trusted by commercial airlines, military operators, and helicopter fleets worldwide. Designed for performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance, Acron delivers proven recording solutions that enhance safety, operational insight, and mission readiness across diverse aircraft platforms.

Recorder solutions

Acron's globally popular flight recorder portfolio includes cockpit voice recorders, flight data recorders, combined CVFDRs, lightweight recorders, and deployable options. Backed by certified hardware, advanced data interfaces, and seamless integration with avionics and safety systems, the portfolio supports diverse aircraft types while delivering proven reliability, regulatory compliance, and scalable recording solutions for operators worldwide.

Why choose our flight recorders

Acron differentiates its flight recorders through deep avionics expertise, including ACSS capabilities, and a portfolio certified to FAA and EASA standards. With proven products like the FA2100 and FA5000, Acron delivers reliable, compliant recording solutions that reduce risk, simplify integration, and support safety, operational efficiency, and long-term fleet value.

Acron's recorders are distinguished by full lifecycle support that extends beyond hardware. Customers benefit from integration across complementary avionics product categories, advanced flight data intelligence and analytics, and comprehensive support and aftermarket services, including global AOG response and Skyparts® availability.

This end-to-end approach supports commercial airlines, regional fleets, business jets, military aircraft, helicopters, general aviation, and UAV operators with long-term reliability and operational confidence.

Acron brings unmatched credibility to flight recording, built on 60+ years of proven reliability and innovation rooted in its heritage. With a long track record of trusted recorder deployments worldwide, Acron combines next-generation technology with seamless legacy compatibility, delivering advanced solutions that protect existing investments while enabling future-ready safety and performance.

Flight recorders for every aircraft type

Airline fleets, military programs, helicopters, and business aircraft face distinct recording requirements driven by regulation, mission, and operating environments. Acron's flight recorders have become the global preference by delivering certified flexibility, proven reliability, and adaptable architectures that meet diverse standards while simplifying integration, support, and long-term fleet management.

Commercial and regional aircraft

Acron flight recorders for commercial and regional aircraft are optimized for both short- and long-haul operations. They integrate seamlessly with airline FOQA and safety programs, delivering consistent, high-quality data that supports regulatory compliance, operational insight, and continuous safety improvement across diverse fleet types.

Military aircraft 

Acron flight recorders for military aircraft deliver mission-ready performance through ruggedized design and support for high-volume mission data capture. Engineered for demanding environments, they support both fixed-wing and rotorcraft programs, providing reliable recording capability that enhances mission analysis, readiness, and long-term platform sustainment.

Helicopters

Acron flight recorders for helicopters are engineered to withstand extreme vibration and harsh operating environments. Proven across offshore transport, emergency medical services, and search and rescue missions, they deliver reliable data capture that supports safety, mission effectiveness, and regulatory compliance in demanding rotary-wing operations.

Business and general aircraft

Acron flight recorders for business and general aviation offer flexible solutions tailored for retrofit programs and life-extension initiatives on business jets and turboprops. Designed for efficient integration, they deliver modern recording capability, regulatory compliance, and long-term reliability while preserving aircraft value and minimizing downtime.

Flight recorder FAQs

A cockpit voice recorder captures time-synced cockpit audio, including crew communications, alerts, and ambient sounds. A flight data recorder samples and stores digital aircraft parameters such as altitude, speed, control inputs, and system states. CVRs record audio context; FDRs record quantitative aircraft performance data.
Choose a flight recorder based on required recording duration, compatibility with aircraft data interfaces, and certification needs. Consider program support factors such as integration effort, lifecycle sustainment, and long-term availability to ensure the recorder meets operational, regulatory, and fleet support requirements.
Yes. Acron flight recorders support helicopters and military aircraft, offering specialized recorders designed for rotary-wing operations and ruggedized military platforms, meeting mission, safety, and compliance requirements across diverse defense and helicopter applications.
An Acron flight recorder captures data from aircraft sensors and avionics, recording parameters and audio in real time. Information is stored in crash-survivable memory built to withstand impact, fire, and pressure, ensuring secure, reliable data for investigations and safety analysis.

Aircraft on ground and customer support

We have a global network of support centers to support customers with aircraft on the ground, and other issues.

Skyparts®

Skyparts® is our spares trading arm, providing immediate, quick-turn access to high-quality, OEM-reliable parts and out-of-production aerospace equipment as used serviceable material.

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