Compact, Compliant, and Future-Ready Recorders
Flight Data Systems’ SENTRY line sets a new benchmark in aviation safety technology. As the smallest and lightest ED-112A-compliant cockpit voice and flight data recorders available, SENTRY units are engineered for space-constrained installations, retrofit programs, and new production aircraft across commercial, rotorcraft, military, and urban air mobility platforms.
SENTRY Highlights
- Ultra-Compact Design: Just 4.5 lbs and 3.3" x 4.9" x 6.0", ideal for tight avionics bays
- Multi-Interface Support: Ethernet, ARINC 717/429, RS-422/485, analog/discrete inputs, rotor speed, and configurable audio channels
- Crash-Survivable Architecture: Titanium enclosure with patent-pending memory protection
- Optional RIPS: Recorder Independent Power Supply maintains CVR and mic operation for 10 minutes post-power loss
- Flexible Mounting: Flange-mounted in any attitude using captive hardware
Introducing SENTRY25
Launching in Q2 2026, SENTRY25 expands the line with 25-hour cockpit voice and flight data recording, meeting evolving EASA, FAA, and global mandates for extended data capture. Operators using current 2-hour models can upgrade via a Service Bulletin, ensuring a seamless transition.
Operational Value for MROs
- Fast Installations: Modular design supports quick integration with MAUs and existing systems
- Regulatory Readiness: Fully compliant with ED-112A, DO-160G, and upcoming international standards
- Fleet Versatility: Certified across turboprops, light jets, helicopters, and UAM platforms
Whether you're modernizing legacy aircraft or outfitting new builds, SENTRY and SENTRY25 deliver reliable, scalable, and regulation-ready flight data solutions.
