Nighthawk Flight Systems develops high‑performance avionics that improve flight safety, situational awareness, and pilot efficiency.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many aircraft and helicopters rely on aging analog instruments that are difficult to replace, require extensive panel modifications, and provide limited situational awareness, which can increase pilot workload and reduce flight safety.
Solution
Nighthawk Flight Systems supplies FAA‑certified, high‑performance avionics that fit into existing panel cutouts with minimal structural changes. Their compact, high‑resolution displays and integrated TAWS/HTAWS units deliver modern navigation, attitude, and terrain‑awareness functions while preserving the original cockpit layout. The products are designed for both retrofit and forward‑fit installations across all certification categories (Part 23, 25, 27, 29). By using standardized interfaces such as ARINC 429 and offering rapid, days‑long turnaround, Nighthawk enables operators to upgrade avionics quickly, reduce downtime, and enhance safety and pilot efficiency.
Target Audience
Primary customers are operators and maintenance organizations of general‑aviation, business, air‑transport, and military aircraft seeking cost‑effective retrofit or new‑install avionics upgrades.
Features
- High‑resolution, sunlight‑readable LED displays (3‑ATI and 4‑ATI) that replace legacy gauges with wide‑angle, HD visuals
- Stand‑alone TAWS/HTAWS systems (ST3400, ST3400H, ST3453H) with nuisance‑free alerts and pilot‑selectable modes for fixed‑wing and helicopter operations
- Compact form factor that fits standard panel cutouts, eliminating major structural modifications during retrofit
- Certified for all aircraft and helicopter categories (FAA Part 21, Part 145, Part 23/25/27/29) with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards
- Smart I/O supporting ARINC 429, analog, and digital interfaces for seamless integration with existing navigation, communication, and sensor suites
- Fast delivery and installation turnaround measured in days, reducing aircraft downtime
- Upgradeable platform allowing future software and feature enhancements without replacing hardware