AD Aerospace Limited

AD Aerospace is a British company that makes video surveillance and vision systems for aircraft. It is family owned and based in Hazel Grove, Cheshire. The company says it has served aviation for over 30 years. It describes itself as a pioneer of aircraft video surveillance.

The company has one focus, which is custom aircraft vision systems. It works with over 100 airline customers worldwide. It also works with lessors, design organizations, maintenance providers and other operators. Its systems suit commercial, business and rotary aircraft.

Its products cover several areas of an aircraft. The flight deck entry video surveillance system lets the crew see who is at the cockpit door. Other systems cover the passenger cabin, cargo holds and ground operations. Taxi aid systems help pilots move the aircraft on the ground. The company also makes in flight entertainment systems.

The cameras are built for aerospace use. The company lists 4K ultra high definition IP digital cameras with edge AI processing, built in video recording and storage, and frame rates up to 60 frames per second. It also offers individual cameras, monitors, servers and switch units.

The company makes ready made view systems for specific aircraft. These include the Boeing 737 MAX, 737NG, 777, the Airbus A320 family and A220, and the COMAC C919 and C909. Customers can choose line fit options for new aircraft or retrofit installations. The company uses a large library of supplemental type certificates, or STCs, for retrofits.

It also makes cameras for advanced air mobility and eVTOL aircraft. Uses include passenger streaming, on board security, pilot awareness, vertiport approach and landing, automation and ground movement. Design, assembly and environmental testing all happen in house.

The company lists EASA Part 21 and Part 145, FAA and AS9100 Rev D certification, plus UK CAA approval. It is a key vendor to Airbus, Boeing, COMAC and Leonardo. It has a presence in the USA, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. The website lists approval certificates for download and an e-brochure.