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19. The wireless dual flight data video recorder apparatus with satellite network

connectivity and method for streaming remote backup in accordance with claim 1,

wherein said means for flotation and enabling the device to float on water in the event of

a crash comprises a flotation system (2) that is inherent to both flight data units.

20. The wireless dual flight data video recorder apparatus with satellite network

connectivity and method for streaming remote backup in accordance with claim 1,

wherein said means for providing a tracking transmitter for transmitting distress radio

beacon used to help rescuers and emergency responders find survivors within the first

twenty four hours comprises an emergency locator transmitter (2) that is inherent to both

flight data units.

21. The wireless dual flight data video recorder apparatus with satellite network

connectivity and method for streaming remote backup in accordance with claim 1,

wherein said means for recording flight data from the cockpit and cabin of the aircraft

comprises a cockpit voice recorder (47), flotation system (16), solar panel charger (20),

emergency locator transmitter (20), cockpit network video recorder (21) flight data

recorder (2).

22. The wireless dual flight data video recorder apparatus with satellite network

connectivity and method for streaming remote backup in accordance with claim 1,

wherein said means for providing solar power to the battery of the flight data recorder to

extend the life of the batteries and for intelligent monitoring to prevent overcharge of the

battery comprises a suitable constructed solar panel material.

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