Flight Data Systems Recorder Readout Services Signs Long-term Contract with SmartLynx Airlines

Flight Data Systems announces a three-year partnership with SmartLynx Airlines, a leading Aircraft Crew Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) company. SmartLynx has selected Flight Data Systems’ readout solutions for recorder verifications. This strategic decision by SmartLynx, a company with extensive industry experience, ensures the highest safety and efficiency standards for its customers and fleet.

The agreement encompasses the provision of Flight Data Systems’ Handheld Multipurpose Interface (HHMPI) for efficiently downloading Cockpit Voice Recorders (CVRs) and Flight Data Recorders (FDRs) data in conjunction with Readout Services to expedite aircraft maintenance procedures.

Lilija Boltovska, Interim Chief Technical Officer at SmartLynx, emphasizes the importance of this alliance with Flight Data Systems in supporting their maintenance processes efficiently. “Flight Data Systems user-friendly HHMPI tool will be used to enhance our maintenance efficiency by ensuring seamless data integration, reducing downtime, and optimizing technician time and work allocation. The comprehensive readout services align with EASA, FAA and global ICAO requirements, leading to significant time and resource savings for SmartLynx because of the numerous maintenance hubs and fleet types. Together, these ground support tools enable us to meet regulatory requirements quickly and efficiently, enabling our employees to focus on other critical maintenance services.”

Besides ACMI leasing, SmartLynx operates charter and cargo services utilizing a fleet that includes Airbus A320, A321, A321F, A330, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. This strategic collaboration with Flight Data Systems enables SmartLynx to ensure compliance with international regulatory standards for CVRs, Data Link Recorders (DLRs) and FDRs, thereby minimizing operational disruptions for customers and their own fleets.

Shane LaPlante, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Flight Data Systems, said, “I am excited about collaborating with SmartLynx and their distinctive global business approach. The partnership is designed to support SmartLynx’s expansion and operations by reducing time, costs, and maintenance complexities to meet global compliance standards using our HHMPI and Flight Data Systems readout services expertise.”

The HHMPI uses OEM-specific cables, accessories, and software, which ensure compatibility with various manufacturer recorders. This eliminates the need for multiple download tools and reduces download times for CVR, DLR, and FDR data—an advantage for mixed fleet maintenance teams. Moreover, Flight Data Systems’ readout services promise fast turnaround times of three days or less and 24/7 incident investigations and aircraft-on-ground (AOG) situations while fully complying with EASA, FAA, and ICAO regulation standards.

SmartLynx’s reputation, built over three decades, highlights its dedication to customer-oriented Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (CAMO) service excellence. Their choice of Flight Data Systems underscores their commitment to their maintenance planning and reliability programs for aircraft airworthiness.

About SmartLynx

Founded in 1992, SmartLynx Airlines is a globally acknowledged ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance), freight, and charter service provider. SmartLynx operates Airbus A320, A321, A321F, A330, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft registered under the Latvian, Estonian and Maltese AOCs registry. The company is part of the Avia Solutions Group family, which is the world’s largest ACMI provider with a total fleet of 213 aircraft. The Group provides a range of aviation services, including MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling and various related services. Overall, Avia Solutions Group employs 12 000 highly qualified aviation professionals from 85 countries. For more information, visit www.SmartLynx.aero.