What Andrea Systems does

Andrea Systems LLC is an AS9100/ISO9001:2015 certified designer, manufacturer, and supplier of aircraft intercommunications systems (ICS), audio amplifiers, and ancillary control panels for military and commercial aviation. The company was formed in April 2003 when the Aircraft Communications Products Division of Andrea Electronics Corporation was spun off as an independent LLC; it retained the Andrea brand and exclusive licensing rights to Andrea Electronics' Pure Audio and DSDA signal-processing technologies. Its core product platform centers on ICS control units (C6533A/A301-1A, A301-138 Multi-Point, A301-412, A301-12-1, A301-6, A301-61 series, A201-12, A81-3) supported by a broad accessory portfolio of in-line microphone amplifiers, audio frequency amplifiers, dynamic loudspeakers, relay assemblies (with 100+ dB circuit isolation), VOX modules, monitor panels, and UH-60-specific control panels (fuel boost pump, de-icer, blade de-ice). Several ICS products hold FAA TSO-C50b or TSO-C50c approvals and RTCA DO-160D qualification, including EMC/Lightning multi-stroke and multi-burst requirements.

Andrea Systems operates a B2B sales-led motion targeting defense contractors and government procurement offices. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales (intercoms, amplifiers, control panels) under government and defense contracts, supplemented by out-of-warranty parts, repair services, and technical manuals. Distribution is direct to U.S. military customers and OEMs, with international reach via FMS/GFE (Foreign Military Sales/Government Furnished Equipment) channels and a regional manufacturers' representative (FMS Aerospace Ltd.) covering the Middle East from Israel. The customer base includes the U.S. Air Force, Japan's Ministry of Defense via Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the U.S. Coast Guard via Gentex Corp., and major defense primes such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Sikorsky, Northrop Grumman, Bell Helicopter, and Telephonics Corporation. Pricing is quote-based and contract-driven, with no public price list. The company operates from a single headquarters in Farmingdale, New York, with 11-50 employees.

Name

Andrea Systems

Legal name

Andrea Systems LLC

Website

https://andreasystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Andrea Systems LLC is an AS9100/ISO9001:2015 certified supplier of aircraft intercommunications systems, audio amplifiers, and UH-60 control panels serving military and commercial aviation customers including the U.S. Air Force, Japan MOD, and major defense primes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace Communications Equipment

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Electronic Components, Nec (3679)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Avionics, Mission Computers & Flight Controls (IMABAMAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Avionics Software, Certification & Safety-Critical Systems (DO-178/DO-254) (IMABAFAK)

Keywords

• Aircraft intercom systems
• Aviation communications equipment
• Military audio amplifiers
• Aerospace intercommunication control units
• Defense cockpit electronics

Headquarters

HQ city

Farmingdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Defense Hardware Sales: Sale of intercommunications systems, audio amplifiers, control units, and related accessories to military and defense customers. Includes products like the C6533A (A301-1A), A301-138 Multi-Point ICS, UH-60 control panels, and de-icer systems.
2. Government/Defense Contracts: Long-term defense contracts including the $4.5 million contract with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries/Ministry of Defense Japan for UH60J helicopter ICS, and $645,000 U.S. Air Force FMS/GFE contract for F-16 intercoms.
3. Parts and Repair Services: Replacement parts, repair services, and technical manuals for Andrea aircraft products. Out-of-warranty repair services with 90-day warranty on repaired items.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Andrea Systems designs, manufactures, and supplies aircraft intercommunications control units (ICS), audio amplifiers, control panels, relay assemblies, and related audio accessories for military and commercial aviation platforms. Its portfolio includes multi-position ICS units (C6533A/A301-1A, A301-138, A301-412, A301-12-1, A301-6, A301-61 series, A201-12, A81-3), in-line and audio amplifiers, VOX modules, monitor panels, dynamic loudspeakers, and UH-60 specific control panels. The company holds AS9100/ISO 9001 certification and FAA TSO approvals, and sells primarily to defense contractors, government agencies, and aerospace primes.

Product overview

Andrea Systems is a provider of aviation and military communications equipment, primarily intercommunications systems and audio amplifiers. The product portfolio centers on Intercommunications Control Units (the core platform products including C6533A/A301-1A, A301-138, A301-412, A301-12-1, A301-6, A301-61 series, and A81-3) that serve as the main control systems for aircraft communications. These are complemented by a comprehensive range of Amplifiers (in-line amplifiers A641-4B/5B, A651-B, receiver/microphone amplifiers A642/A642-1A, audio amplifiers A643/U2A, and amplifier assemblies A81-6, A81-77/85/86/105, A61-14A, A644) that provide the audio processing functionality. Audio Accessories include monitor panels (A81-59 series), dynamic loudspeakers (A61-9), and the 3D Audio Conversion Kit. Control Panels for UH-60 Blackhawk include the A81-118 Fuel Boost Pump Control and A81-121 De-Icer panels. Miscellaneous components include test sets, relay assemblies (A652/A649), and VOX modules (A645). The products are designed for integration with military and commercial aircraft platforms including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Sikorsky, and Bell helicopters.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• C6533A (A301-1A) Intercommunications System Basic control unit for a two- or three-position aircraft intercommunications system featuring digital switching, microphone and headset amplifiers, and support for up to five transceivers with optional VOX hands-free operation. Designed for military and commercial aviation platforms.
• A301-138 Multi-Point Intercommunications System Multi-point intercommunications system designed for aircraft platforms, approved for use with Telephonics Corporation's Secure Digital Intercommunications System (SDI) on various aircraft platforms.
• A301-412 Intercommunication Control Unit FAA TSO-C50c approved audio control unit qualified to RTCA DO-160D including EMC/Lightning multi-stroke and multi-burst requirements for aviation platforms.
• A201-12 Intercommunication System Control Control unit for two- or three-position intercommunication system providing selection, control, and modulation of radio transmitters; FAA TSO-C50b approved.
• A301-12-1 Communication Control Unit Multi-position intercommunications control system supporting up to 12 stations, designed to meet current and future military communications requirements.
• A301-6 Intercommunication System Control Multi-position (up to 12 stations) intercommunication system designed to accommodate various communication and warning signal components for commercial aircraft; FAA TSO-C50b approved.
• A301-61/61A/61B-1 Intercommunication Systems High-reliability intercommunication systems (up to 12 positions) employing solid-state relay circuits and modular amplifiers; FAA TSO-C50b approved.
• A81-3 (C2104/AIC-18) Intercommunication Set Control Panel-mounted assembly providing high-intelligibility intercommunication and radio monitoring facilities for airborne and ground installations.
• A301-14A Interior Voice Communication Unit Bulkhead-mounted intercommunication station using high-performance amplifiers, designed for U.S. Navy Air Cushion Landing Craft.
• A641-4B/5B (AM3597C/A, AM4326B/A) In-Line Amplifiers Subminiature microphone amplifiers enabling replacement of noisy carbon microphones with low-impedance dynamic microphones.
• A651-B (AM7067/A) In-Line Amplifier Subminiature microphone amplifier for voice system applications.
• A642/A642-1A Interphone Amplifiers Miniature encapsulated receiver and microphone amplifiers for interphone or voice audio systems with adjustable gain.
• A643/A643-U2A Audio Amplifiers Dual input and single input audio amplifiers for intercommunication systems providing mixing, isolation, and amplification.
• A81-6 (AM1963F/AIC) Amplifier Assembly Amplifier providing high-intelligibility intercommunications and radio monitoring with control and modulation of one transmitter.
• A81-77/85/86/105 Audio Frequency Amplifiers Low-noise, high-gain amplifiers with optional Automatic Gain Control (AGC) circuit for instrument amplifier and recorder driver applications.
• A61-14A (AM-476C) Audio Frequency Amplifier Dual microphone and headset amplifier designed for integration with communication systems.
• A644 (C2645/AIC-14) Audio Amplifier Module Dual input audio amplifier for intercommunication systems providing mixing and isolation of two signals.
• A81-59/A81-59-1 (C-2323A/AIC) Monitor Panels Panel-mounted assemblies with eight combination monitor switch/volume controls for audio input line selection and level adjustment.
• A61-9 (LS-184A/AIC-10) Dynamic Loudspeaker Bulkhead-mounted dynamic loudspeaker with self-contained push-pull amplifier for high ambient noise conditions.
• C46-5472 3D Audio Conversion Kit Stereo amplifier converting from 8-ohm headset with dynamic mic to high-impedance headset with electret mic; includes right/left audio channel amplification.
• A81-121 Blade De-Ice Control Panel Used on UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopter with power on/off/test switch, automatic and manual de-ice mode rotary switch, and test indicator.
• A301-1 Test Sets Special test equipment for testing and troubleshooting various control units, amplifiers, and other modules.
• A652/A649 Relay Assembly Relay assemblies with special low-capacitance types providing more than 100 dB isolation between circuits for secure military communications; A649 has 4 relays, A652 has 3 relays and electronic switching.
• A645 Voice Operated Relay Module (VOX) Designed for hands-free operation in interphone systems with fast attack time and loss-less circuit to prevent background noise.
• A81-118 Fuel Boost Pump Control Panel Panel with two fuel boost pump control switches and advisory indicators, 115VAC NVG-compatible lighting, used on UH-60 Black Hawk (NSN 1680-01-216-1923).

Quantifiable outcome

• 100+ dB isolation between circuits in relay assemblies

Named customers9 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and regional.

• Telephonics CorporationcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 August 2017Telephonics Corporation approved Andrea Systems' new A301-138 Multi-Point Intercommunications System to be used with their Secure Digital Intercommunications System (SDI) on various aircraft platforms.
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries / Ministry of Defense JapancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2012Andrea Systems LLC was selected for Next Generation Search and Rescue Helicopter Intercommunications System for Japan. This $4.5 million contract was for the UH60J helicopter ICS with delivery in 2013.
• Gentex Corp.minorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 3 December 2007Andrea Systems developed the A81-123 Amplified Cable specifically for Gentex Corp. for U.S. Coast Guard application. This is a custom product development for a specific customer requirement.
• FMS Aerospace Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFMS Aerospace Ltd. serves as Manufacturers Representative for Andrea Systems covering the Middle East region. Located at 8 Glitzenstein Street, Tel-Aviv, Israel.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Thales Group: European defense and avionics prime offering secure communications and intercommunication suites for military helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. Competes for the same allied defense ICS programs that Andrea pursues via FMS channels.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Global avionics incumbent providing integrated communication and audio management systems for military and business aircraft. Overlaps with Andrea on commercial TSO-qualified ICS functionality.
• TransDigm Group: Acquires and operates niche aerospace component businesses (including former Esterline avionics lines) supplying proprietary flight-critical and communication components to defense and commercial OEMs. Comparable as a roll-up acquirer of small, certified aerospace component specialists.
• Collins Aerospace (RTX): Tier-1 avionics prime offering integrated communications, intercommunication, and audio management systems across military and commercial platforms. Competes with Andrea on integrated ICS suites but as part of a much broader avionics portfolio.
• L3Harris Technologies: Major defense avionics and communications supplier with broad military aviation communication product lines. Provides integrated ICS/audio solutions as part of larger platform wins, comparable in function to Andrea's offerings.

Direct peers

• Gentex Corporation: Supplies advanced electronic products including helmet-mounted displays, communications, and hearing protection for military aviation. Andrea developed a custom amplified cable (A81-123) for Gentex for the U.S. Coast Guard, indicating an overlapping customer base in military crew communication.
• Telephonics Corporation: Designs and manufactures aircraft intercommunication systems (notably the Secure Digital Intercommunications System / SDI) for military and commercial platforms. Andrea's A301-138 is approved to interoperate with Telephonics' SDI, making it the most directly comparable peer in the aircraft ICS niche.
• David Clark Company: Long-established manufacturer of aviation headsets, intercoms, and crew communication equipment for military and commercial aviation. Comparable niche focus on airborne intercommunication and high-noise audio amplification products.

Emerging players

• Bose Corporation: Produces noise-cancelling aviation headsets and crew communication equipment used in military and commercial cockpits. Overlaps with Andrea on the high-noise intelligibility problem but is consumer-rooted rather than military avionics-platform-rooted.
• Astro Communications / Avalon Aero: Small specialty aerospace communications and avionics component suppliers serving military and commercial customers with ICS, audio, and related subsystems. Comparable scale and niche positioning to Andrea Systems, often supplying into the same defense platforms via direct sales.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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