The color of the black box on an airplane is actually orange. Despite its name, the black box is designed to be highly visible for easy recovery after an accident. There are two types of black boxes: the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) that records various flight parameters and the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) that captures cockpit conversations. Together, these devices are crucial for investigating aviation incidents and improving flight safety. The bright orange color, often complemented by reflective materials, helps search teams locate the boxes in the debris more quickly after an incident.