About Aerobytes

Founded in 2001 by Eddie Forrester, Aerobytes is an independent, ever-evolving company focused solely on Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) for both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft.

The Aerobytes software offers powerful analysis and quick integration, with easy direct access — supporting both legacy aircraft and modern fleets.

We are renowned for our industry-leading support team, which comprises of wide-ranging and comprehensively experienced experts from across many aviation sectors. Over 300 operators rely on our trusted, expert-led service.

We are the only FDM suppliers on the CAA Safety Board, and we continually adapt to industry needs. We support a wide range of aviation sectors, including:

  • Commercial Airlines

  • Rotary / Mixed Fleet

  • Defense / Military /Coast guards

  • Royal Flights / Private Aviation

  • Aviation Authorities

  • Safety Consultants

  • Research / Third party ‘data lakes’

  • Original Equipment Manufacturer

  • Maintenance Repair Organisiations

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Aerobytes Team Solutions Partnership

Broad Expertise

 The Aerobytes team consists of widely ranging and comprehensive experience across both fixed-wing and rotary operations. Making us a trusted partner across all aviation sectors.

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Globally Recognised

Reputation for excellence, earned through decades of service. We are proud to be known for our industry leading customer service, supporting over 300 clients globally.

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Same Day Solutions

No automated responses. There is always a FDM expert to address any incoming queries. We aim to reply within 24hrs, with 98% of issues sorted the same day.

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Eddie Forrester

Founder & CEO

Time with Aerobytes: 25 years
Before founding Aerobytes, Eddie worked in a variety of roles, from a permanent employee at BT to a self-employed laptop repairer, software contractor, musician (guitar/keyboards), and even a politician. His diverse experiences gave him unique insights into what makes organisations succeed or fail. Eddie identified that attention to detail, responsive support, honest communication, continuous product evolution, and small, focused teams are key to success. 

Personal Hobbies:
Eddie is passionate about Aviation and believes everyone should have the opportunity to fly – and to fly safely. When not in a flightsuit Eddie is always busy and never bored, constantly staying engaged in his work and family life.

Emma

Events Manager

Time with Aerobytes: 9 Years
Emma joined the Aerobytes team in 2016. Starting in a support role to Eddie Forrester and later as Events Manager, Emma has recently taken on an additional role within our creative team. With a background in conveyancing, Emma transferred her skills in customer care and attention to detail to assist in improvement and enhancement within the marketing and visual aspects of the Aerobytes brand. Her day-to-day duties include liaising with our charitable partners and providing support and guidance.

Personal Hobbies:
Emma is currently studying for a BSc. in Psychology. In addition she enjoys running, swimming and spending time with family and friends.

Adrian C

Team Leader, Technical Support

Time with Aerobytes: 9 years
Adrian joined Aerobytes in 2016 and recently stepped into the role of Support Team Leader. With a background in Avionics Technical Services, he previously supported Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer aircraft at British Airways, its subsidiaries, and Thomas Cook Airlines.

He holds a degree in Aerospace Systems Engineering and began his career with an Avionics Maintenance Apprenticeship at British Airways. Adrian brings deep airline-side insight into FDM, particularly in data recording and download processes.

Personal Hobbies:
Adrian enjoys hill walking with his family and playing classical guitar in his spare time.

Tony Wride Aerobytes FDM Expert & Trainer

Tony

Consultant Pilot

Time with Aerobytes: 2 years, Aerobytes enduser 21 years
Tony’s aviation career began in 1974 with the Royal Navy, flying both helicopters and fixed wing, eventually becoming an A2 category QHI (Qualified Helicopter Instructor) and QFI (Qualified Fixed Wing Instructor). Towards the end of his Navy career, Tony flew jets like the Hunter, Hawk, and Canberra. He transitioned to civil aviation with Monarch Airlines, flying the B757 and later commanding the A320. He also worked with Airbus to modernise pilot ground school training.

In 2002, Tony became Monarch’s Safety and Quality Accountable Manager and an early adopter of Aerobytes, contributing to feature development. He has held key roles in UK and European safety bodies, including Chair of the UK Flight Safety Committee, and was a regular speaker at Airbus safety conferences.

In 2014, he joined Etihad, flying the B777 and B787, then moved into Safety and Quality as Manager SMS Development, later returning as Manager Flight Safety Investigations.

In 2023, Tony joined Aerobytes as Pilot Consultant, focusing on training, development, and user support.

Personal Hobbies:
Sound engineering, Synthesisers and music of many genres

Adrian F

Services Manager

Time with Aerobytes: 15 years
Adrian leads our FDM Services Team, facilitating day-to-day data processing and event validation of flight data through our cloud servers. This allows clients with smaller fleets (or single aircraft operators) to benefit from the same, powerful FDM software as larger airlines. With a background in accounting, Adrian joined Aerobytes with extensive experience in reporting and data analysis which he has transferred to his role within the Aerobytes team. His technical support duties include creating monthly FDM reports showing statistical analysis, alongside a detailed narrative report of events of interest or issues flagged by the Aerobytes FDM software; including operational and engineering exceedances.

Personal Hobbies:
Adrian is a keen archer, photographer and guitarist. He enjoys hiking, being immersed in nature, spending time with his family, and can think of nothing better than walking the hills of Somerset on a sunny day with his family and their dog Indie.

Charles

Sales Manager

Time with Aerobytes: 17 years
Charles, alongside sales management, plays an active role in the UK CAA safety forum and independent FDM research projects. Before that, he spent 20 years in Insurance, Risk Analysis, and IT within the Lloyd’s and London markets. Charles leverages this experience to provide clients with the most suitable solution for their requirements.

Personal Hobbies:
Charles is studying Earth Sciences with the Open University. He also trains in karate with his son and already holds black belts in both Aikido and Judo.

Andy

Technical Support Specialist

Time with Aerobytes: 15 years
Andy began his aviation career in 1997 with Flying Colours as a flight-cost analyst, later becoming assistant commercial accountant at JMC Airlines. In 2001, he became the first FDM analyst at Thomas Cook Airlines, where he developed a just culture FDM system across a mixed fleet in alignment with engineers and safety teams.

He joined Aerobytes in 2010, initially providing managed services before moving into technical support. Andy specialises in system use, SVDs, and event detection, supporting day-to-day operations with deep technical knowledge.

Personal Hobbies:
Outside of work, Andy enjoys football and playing golf, when not busy with family life.

Balint

Technical Support Specialist

Time with Aerobytes: 2 years
Balint holds a degree in Aerospace Technology Engineering and previously worked as a Flight Data Analyst at TUI, monitoring the full TUI Airways fleet for safety and performance insights. Now part of the Aerobytes Technical Support Team, he provides both technical support and managed services, helping clients maximise the value of their FDM systems.

With a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and currently training for his Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Balint brings both technical knowledge and hands-on aviation experience to the role.

Personal Hobbies:
Balint enjoys the outdoors and is also a keen computer gamer. He thrives in a learning-focused environment, living by the motto: “every day is a school day.”

Ryszard

Technical Support Specialist

Time with Aerobytes: 11 years
Ryszard graduated from the University of Technology, specialising in aircraft design and construction. Before joining the Aerobytes team, Ryszard worked at Polish Airlines “LOT” as an aviation safety inspector, flight-parameter analysis specialist and also headed the FDM team. There he performed various tasks for Polish and foreign operators in the field of air-accident investigation.  Since 2015, Ryszard has been an integral part of creating and modifying LFLs (Logical Frame Layouts) for Aerobytes.

Personal Hobbies:
Ryszard is an active non-commercial pilot and holds both private (PPL) and glider pilot licences.  He has an avid, personal interest in engineering and has and built ultralight aeroplanes of his own design. He also enjoys aerial photography, mountain tourism and computer graphics.

Matt 

Digital & Technical Support

Time with Aerobytes: Recently Joined
Arriving from a safety role in the Defence Sector, Matt brings his technical knowledge and sharp problem-solving skills to Aerobytes. This is supported by his first-class BSc Astrophysics degree from the University of Bath alongside his PPL(A). This civil aviation experience is accompanied by a year in the RAF Bristol University Air Squadron.
Carrying modern experience in the Civil and Defence sectors, and fuelled by a passion for aviation, Matt is well equipped to provide tailored support to a range of Aerobytes clients.

Personal Hobbies:
Travelling to various parts of the world is one of Matt’s pastimes. He also enjoys playing chess to keep his brain on its toes. Finally, his favourite aerobatic manoeuvre is a snap roll!

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