AsterixInspector

AsterixInspector is a lightweight, handy application that enables you to display the contents of ASTERIX files on your computer, in order to analyzer them in a more efficient manner. ASTERIX is a binary format and files of this type are used for information exchange in aviation.

Since it is portable, this application does not require you to install it on the target computer, as simply unpacking the archive it comes compressed in and launching the executable grants you full access to its functions.

More so, it does not tamper with any of your Windows registry entries, nor does it generate any additional files on your computer without your explicit permission. Given that it is portable, you can run it from removable storage media such as USB flash drives or external HDDs, as well.

Contrary to its quite technical usability in deciphering the contents of ASTERIX files and letting you analyze them to their finest detail, this program's interface is rather dull and unappealing.

However, its simplicity ensures that even users that do not have previous experience with this particular application can operate its functions without significant efforts. No additional configuration is needed and its controls can be accessed easily.

In order to analyze a file you need to import it by using the Open function from the File menu or hitting the Ctrl + O keyboard shortcut and selecting the desired item from your PC.

The application lets you access details such as offset values for the blocks, records and items, length or field types for analyzed files and also generates an XML report that you can save on your PC for future reference if needed.

AsterixInspector is a lightweight tool that can help you open and analyze ASTERIX files on your computer without significant efforts. It comes with a plain user interface but its simplicity makes it possible to interact with its functions with ease.