Does a black box record everything?
Does a black box record everything? A black box is a flight data recorder that must be in every air vehicle. All flight information is recorded into the black box with a specific algorithm. This makes the recorded flight data accessible to authorities when needed.
Why don t black boxes record video?
Pilots don't see the disappearance of Flight 370 as a reason to embrace cameras. They cite two reasons for their opposition: Video surveillance will almost certainly be misinterpreted or get into the wrong hands, and it can adversely affect how they do their jobs.
Can you destroy a black box?
Flight recorders are normally located near the aircraft's tail, as experience has shown that this area generally suffers the least damage during an accident. Flight recorders are designed to survive both high-speed impact and post-impact fire. They are, however, not invulnerable and are sometimes destroyed.