Aircraft Interface Devices
AID - Astronics Corporation
Versatile Ballard Aircraft Interface Devices (AIDs) from Astronics offer a secure, open-architecture approach that empowers you to take control of your software and your data today and prepares you to leverage and incorporate the next-generation technologies of tomorrow, including the Internet of Things (IoT) for the aircraft.
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Smart Aircraft Interface Devices
webCS
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The Ballard webCS® is the first highly integrated smart AID/server/router that securely bridges avionics data with wired and wireless networks in a single compact box. This wireless aircraft communications server platform is simple to install and configure, safe to interface with aircraft domains, and provides highly secure data transfer. The compact, versatile webCS enables aircraft operators to easily gather and process aircraft data, and then route it to where it is needed—whether on or off the aircraft.
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Wireless Electronic Flight Bags
webFB
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The ultra-compact webFB easily fits in the palm of the hand, yet incorporates the capabilities of both an AID and a wireless server. The built-in AID safely gathers essential data from the aircraft's ARINC 429 and 717 databuses and conveys it to custom software or EFB apps hosted on the internal server. Using a wireless connection to portable EFB tablets, the webFB securely delivers this valuable information right to the fingertips of the flight crew.
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Rugged Aircraft Interface Devices
AB2-AID
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The AB2-AID is ready to go with high-performance avionics I/O combined with valuable built-in features such as a 9-port Ethernet switch, Ethernet to serial bridge, and 8GB flash memory. All in a compact, rugged package for easier integration and longer life.
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ARINC 708 Video Distribution Units
AB2-VDU
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The AB2-VDU is easily deployed and ready to operate in the most challenging environments. The unit is SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) optimized in a compact, rugged package for easier integration and longer life.



