WHY are the "black boxes" in airplanes actually red or orange?

 A "black box" is a crucial device found on airplanes that records valuable information about the aircraft's technical status, as well as the actions and conversations of the crew. Despite its name, the black box is not a box but a ball or cylinder, and it is often colored red or orange to aid in locating it after an accident.

The black box plays a vital role in air crash investigations, providing essential data that can help determine the cause of an accident and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The device records a wide range of information, including flight path data, cockpit conversations, and instrument readings, which can be analyzed to identify any contributing factors in the event of an incident.

Thanks to the development of these devices, air travel has become increasingly safe over the years. By providing valuable insights into the causes of accidents, the black box has helped the aviation industry to make important improvements to aircraft design, maintenance, and pilot training.