Aircraft flight data recorder SENTRY25

CVR

Overview
SENTRY25 is a cockpit voice recorder (CVR) upgrade designed for operators and MROs to modernize recorder capability while minimizing aircraft downtime and avoiding wiring, mounting or panel modifications.

Key benefits

• Compact form factor that reduces installation footprint and simplifies retrofits across diverse aircraft types
• Adapter tray option minimizing mechanical rework and shortening installation effort
• Installation flexibility to accommodate common retrofit constraints without airframe redesign
• Service bulletin path from SENTRY to SENTRY25 to modernize recorders cost‑effectively and quickly

Features

• SWaP‑optimized: Architecture tailored for modern airframes
• Compact dimensions: 3.3 in H × 4.9 in D × 6.0 in W
• Low weight: Titanium, 4.5 lb (2 kg)
• Memory protection: Patent‑pending system
• Multi‑interface: Ethernet, ARINC‑717, ARINC‑429 (auto‑detect), RS‑422/485, analog and discrete sensor inputs, rotor speed input, 4 configurable audio channels
• Installation‑friendly: Flange mount in any attitude using captive hardware
• Software‑free: License‑free data recording
• Privacy‑by‑design: No encryption; privacy safeguarded by design
• Options: Adapter tray and optional RIPS integration
• Availability: Q4 2026

Technical specifications

• Model family: SENTRY recorder family (upgrade path to SENTRY25)
• Dimensions: 3.3 in H × 4.9 in D × 6.0 in W (83.8 × 124.5 × 152.4 mm)
• Weight: Titanium, 4.5 lb (2 kg)
• Interfaces: Ethernet, ARINC‑717, ARINC‑429 (auto detection), RS‑422/485
• Inputs: Analog and discrete sensor inputs; rotor speed input
• Audio: Four configurable audio channels (high or low fidelity)
• Mounting: Flange mount in any attitude using captive hardware
• Memory protection: Patent‑pending memory protection system
• Software: Software‑free, license‑free data recording
• Security/privacy: No encryption; privacy safeguards by design
• Options: Adapter tray to reduce mechanical rework; optional RIPS integration
• Compliance note: Designed to support 25‑hour CVR readiness (service bulletin available)