Gear for Pilots
Discover reviews, pilot gear lists, and our personal recommendations on what you need in the cockpit.
Aug 25, 2026 · Gear for PilotsFaro G2 ANR Headset ReviewA pilot’s headset choices have been set by budget for decades, and this Faro G2 ANR aviation headset review will show you how that changes at under $400. Most pilots…Read →
Oct 21, 2025 · Gear for Pilots40+ Best Gifts for PilotsIn this article I’m going to share some of the best gifts for pilots I can find (and some I’ve even gifted). For someone outside of aviation, shopping for the pilot in…Read →
Aug 13, 2025 · Gear for PilotsBest Pilot Kneeboards | Stay Organized in the CockpitStaying organized in the cockpit is crucial for any pilot, whether you’re a seasoned aviator or just starting your flight training. A reliable pilot kneeboard can make…Read →
Feb 25, 2025 · Gear for PilotsFinding the Best Paper vs. Electronic LogbookThere’s an app for that! It’s true most of the time, even in the cockpit of your aircraft. And true to form, one of the most tedious paperwork tasks that pilots have…Read →Feb 25, 2025 · Gear for PilotsWhy This is the Best iPad for PilotsIn this article I’ll help you pick the best aviation iPad for your flying situation. Tablet computers are everywhere these days, but there are few places where they…Read →
Feb 24, 2025 · Gear for PilotsFaro AIR Review – Is This the Best Lightweight Aviation HeadsetIf you’re tired of literally being weighed down by your aviation headset, you might be drawn to the Faro Air In-Ear Headset. While an in-ear headset is radically…Read →
Feb 5, 2025 · Gear for Pilots10 Best Flashlights for Pilots (And Headlamps Too)In this post, I’ll share some of the best flashlights for pilots. A good quality flashlight is a flight bag essential. But you don’t want just any cheap light. You…Read →
Feb 4, 2025 · Gear for PilotsBose A20 Review – Is It Worth the Price?In this article, I’ll help you decide if the Bose A20 aviation headset is right for you. Like a good pair of your favorite sneakers or a well-tailored suit, the right…Read →Dec 10, 2024 · Gear for PilotsThe Best Flight Bags for Pilots | Pick the Perfect BagIn this post I’m going to help you sort through the many flight bags for pilots and pick the perfect one for you. During my 10+ years of flying I’ve gone through…Read →
Dec 10, 2024 · Gear for Pilots15 Best Gifts for Flight AttendantsIn this post I’m going to share my favorite gifts for Flight Attendants. Do you know or work with a flight attendant? Flight Attendants are maybe the most…Read →
Dec 10, 2024 · Gear for PilotsBest Gear for Pilots | 13 Pilot Essentials You Need in Your Flight BagIn this post I’m going to share the best pilot gear I carry with me on nearly every flight. Over the years the gear I carry in my flight bag has evolved and today, the…Read →
Nov 29, 2024 · Gear for PilotsThe Best GoPro Airplane Mounts — A Guide to Filming Your FlightsIn this guide I’ll share exactly what you need to use to record videos in flight and share the best GoPro airplane mounts. GoPros and action cameras are fun ways to…Read →
Nov 29, 2024 · Gear for PilotsCreating the Best Flight Simulator Setup at HomeYour home flight simulator setup can be as simple or as complex as you want. For example, you might start with nothing more than a laptop and a joystick. Then, as you…Read →
Nov 11, 2024 · Gear for PilotsBest Flight Computers: Mechanical and ElectronicThere are a few items that every pilot needs to keep in their flight bag. A paper chart or two, a chart plotter, and a flight computer are must-haves. Wait…a computer?…Read →
Oct 28, 2024 · Gear for PilotsAviation Must Reads: The 10 Best Books for PilotsAs a lifelong aviation enthusiast and now airline pilot I’ve read many books for pilots. So I put together some of my favorite aviation books I think every pilot will…Read →
Oct 28, 2024 · Gear for Pilots7 Private Pilot Books to Make You a Better PilotIn this post, I’m going to share 7 private pilot books that will help you prepare for and pass your FAA knowledge exam and practical test. When trying to pick the best…Read →
Oct 28, 2024 · Gear for PilotsLightspeed Zulu 3 Review | Is This the Best Aviation HeadsetIf you’re shopping for a really nice headset, chances are you’ve narrowed your choices down to the Lightspeed Zulu 3 headset or the Bose A20 headset. Lots of pilots…Read →
Oct 25, 2024 · Gear for PilotsBest Flight Simulator Controls – Yokes, Throttles, & RuddersHere’s a look at the best flight simulator controls for an at-home simulator. There are others, of course–especially on the high end, for use at training facilities.…Read →
Oct 24, 2024 · Gear for Pilots16 Gift Ideas for Your Flight InstructorIn this post I’m going to share with you some fun gift ideas for your flight instructor. Your flight instructor has sat crunched up with you in a hot, small aircraft…Read →
May 29, 2024 · Gear for Pilots7 Best Sunglasses for Pilots | Find the Right Sunglasses for FlyingIn this article I’m going to share the best pilot sunglasses you can buy to truly enjoy flying. Every pilot needs a great pair of sunglasses. In fact, they’re one of…Read →
Apr 8, 2024 · Gear for PilotsThe Best Aviation Headsets for PilotsIn this post I’m going to share the best aviation headsets available today. Over the course of my flying I’ve used many of the headsets on this list and spoken to…Read →Reading about it is the cheap part.
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