What Aerobytes Ltd does

Aerobytes Ltd is a UK-based, privately held independent software vendor founded in 2001 by Eddie Forrester, specializing in Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) for both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. The company's platform automates flight data replay, analysis, and report generation, incorporating proprietary false-event reduction techniques refined over more than two decades, built-in 3D flight visualization via Cesium and Bing Maps, customizable reporting with SMS integration, and wireless QAR support. The software supports over 10,000 aircraft across 300+ operators in 65 countries and analyzes more than 5 million flights annually.

Aerobytes monetizes through four deployment variants — FDM Service (Hosted or In House) and FDM System (In House or Hosted) — delivered via multi-year, flexible subscription and managed-service contracts. Distribution is direct enterprise field sales augmented by eight third-party companies that license Aerobytes as the underlying platform for their own FDM services. Approximately 50% of new business originates from client referrals, and the company reports a 98% same-day support resolution rate across global time zones.

The company holds ISO 9001 certification, is the only FDM supplier on the UK CAA Safety Board, and states that no client has failed an FDM/FOQA audit. Operating from Guildford with a lean, specialist team, Aerobytes has never raised external funding and remains wholly founder-owned.

Name

Aerobytes Ltd

Legal name

Aerobytes Ltd

Website

https://aerobytes.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Aerobytes Ltd is a UK-based independent provider of Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) software, serving 300+ fixed-wing and rotary operators across 65 countries with automated analytics, 3D visualization, and managed-service deployment options.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Safety Software

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Flight Management Systems (FMS) (IMABAFAF)

Keywords

• Flight data monitoring
• Flight operations quality assurance
• Aviation safety software
• FOQA analysis
• Rotary aircraft monitoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Guildford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. FDM Service (Hosted): Aerobytes hosts and operates the software. The most popular choice for a Service offering. Clients access the system remotely. Includes day-to-day duties, preparation of reports, and alerting to serious issues.
2. FDM Service (In House): Client hosts the software while Aerobytes operates it remotely. Useful for covering vacancies or periods of staff absence.
3. FDM System (In House): Client hosts and operates the software. The more popular choice for a System. Main advantages include lower operating costs and greater flexibility.
4. FDM System (Hosted): Aerobytes hosts the software while client operates it remotely. Typically used by clients with rigid or complex IT Departments.
5. Training Services: Free training for new and actively supported In-house and Service clients. Includes live virtual sessions, on-site instruction, and self-paced modules.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Aerobytes develops and sells Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) software for fixed-wing and rotary aircraft operators. The platform automatically processes flight data, performs event detection and analysis, generates reports, and renders 3D flight animations. The software is offered in four deployment models (Service Hosted, Service In House, System In House, System Hosted), supported by a global team of FDM experts, with wireless QAR support and comprehensive reporting/SMS integration.

Product overview

Aerobytes offers a unified FDM/FOQA software platform that comes as a complete, fully-featured solution with all capabilities included. The portfolio consists of the core Aerobytes FDM/FOQA Software, which provides flight data monitoring, automatic analysis, 3D visualization, and comprehensive reporting. Customers can choose between deploying the software as a hosted or in-house solution, operated either by Aerobytes or by themselves, creating four deployment variants (FDM Service Hosted, FDM Service In House, FDM System In House, FDM System Hosted). The platform includes built-in 3D flight animation powered by Cesium and Bing Maps, and complimentary training is provided to all active clients. The software supports over 10,000 aircraft across more than 300 operators worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aerobytes FDM/FOQA Software Comprehensive flight data monitoring (FDM) and flight operations quality assurance (FOQA) software supporting fixed-wing and rotary aircraft, with automatic replay, analysis, 3D visualization, and customizable reporting for airline operators and aviation safety departments.
• FDM as a Service (Hosted) Managed FDM service where Aerobytes hosts and operates the software remotely while the client accesses the system; the most popular deployment choice for clients seeking fully managed FDM operations, including day-to-day data processing, report preparation, and serious-issue alerting.
• FDM as a Service (In House) Managed FDM service where the client hosts the software on their own infrastructure while Aerobytes operates it remotely; useful for operators needing to cover staff vacancies or periods of absence with managed report preparation and alerting.
• FDM as a System (In House) FDM software license where the client hosts and operates the software on their own infrastructure; the more popular System choice for experienced, larger operators seeking lower operating costs and greater flexibility.
• FDM as a System (Hosted) FDM software license where Aerobytes hosts the software while the client operates it remotely; typically used by clients with rigid or complex IT Departments that prefer not to host locally.
• Aerobytes Training Free training program for active In-house and Service clients covering system navigation, data analysis, event investigation, report generation, and advanced features including script coding; delivered via live virtual sessions, on-site instruction, and self-paced modules.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% of support issues resolved same day
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Jon Hunt / The Flying ReporterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 2 July 2025New collaboration announced July 2025 with Jon Hunt, the UK's most recognized General Aviation YouTuber. Partnership focuses on promoting flight safety through Frank observations and self-reflection. Jon's signature phrase 'Fly safely, my friends' aligns with Aerobytes' safety mission. Jon is preparing for transatlantic flight in his 1977 PA28 Turbo Arrow with Aerobytes logo visible on aircraft.
• Vulcan to the Sky TrustminorOthers · 1 January 2004Support for the Avro Vulcan XH558 since 2004 - celebrating British aerospace engineering heritage. The Vulcan was the world's first successful large delta-wing aircraft. Though XH558 is now grounded, Aerobytes continues to support efforts to keep the aircraft operational.
• AerobilityminorOthersCharity partnership supporting disabled flying. Established 1993, Aerobility enables over 1,000 disabled fliers annually with five specially adapted aircraft based from Blackbushe and Tatenhill. Eddie and Emma Forrester have been private supporters for many years, now principal sponsors with Aerobytes logo on aircraft, vehicles, website and building signage.
• Rich Goodwin AirshowsminorOthersSponsorship of Rich Goodwin's unique Jet Pitts aircraft. The aircraft features propeller-driven plane modified with jet engines for dramatic airshow performances. Partnership aims to inspire next generation in aviation and STEM subjects.
• Cranfield UniversityminorOthersAerobytes attends the 'meet & greet' evening at Cranfield University's highly regarded biannual FDM course. Course covers overall FDM processes suitable for all members of flight safety departments.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TheFlyingReporter

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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