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The flight data recorder was invented by Australian scientist David Warren
David Warren designed the cockpit voice and flight recorder prototype in 1953 after investigating plane crashes
Dr David Warren created the prototype ARL Flight Memory Unit in Melbourne, Australia, to store flight instrument readings and cockpit voices before an accident. Encased in heavy armour and painted bright orange for easy location, flight recorders became mandatory equipment on commercial flights globally to improve aviation safety standards.
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Australian Defence Science and Technology Group
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