Product Info
Rugged Aircraft Interface Devices from Astronics are an essential part of many avionics upgrades, such as electronic flight bag (EFB) and in-flight entertainment & connectivity (IFEC) systems. AIDs serve avionics data while protecting aircraft control domains from interference and corruption.
Key Features
- Comprehensive AID solutions
- Broad array of avionics I/O
- High-level functionality to meet the changing needs of the modern airline industry
Common Aid Functions
The illustrations below show the most common uses for Aircraft Interface Devices.



Smart Aircraft Interface Devices/Servers
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webFB Wireless Electronic Flight Bag
webFB is a new and innovative Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) platform that allows you to easily gather aircraft data, run custom software or EFB applications, and securely view these applications on your choice of wireless devices.
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webCS Wireless Aircraft Communications Server
The 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.
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Standard Aircraft Interface Devices
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AB2-AID Aircraft Interface Device
The AB2-AID is a comprehensive AID solution with a broad array of avionics I/O and high-level functionality to meet the changing needs of the modern airline industry. It utilizes a proven rugged design for high reliability and long life.
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AB2-VDU Video Distribution Unit
The AB2-VDU Video Distribution Unit (VDU) is an ARINC 708 databus repeater. It enables up to four (4) radar Control/Display Units (CDUs) to be driven by a single display databus.
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Software
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Cables & Accessories
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Avionics Databus Protocol Tutorials
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Legacy, Obsolete & End-of-Life Products
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