Gear

If you are ever flying over terrain that is not near populated areas, DeLorme’s inReach Explorer is a piece of equipment that has the potential to save your life. This portable unit is connected to the Iridium satellite network, which means you can connect with emergency personnel, friends and family wherever you are in the […]

Breitling’s classic triple-time-zone chronograph, the Chronoliner, is now available in an all-black livery. Following the steel model and red-gold limited series, the new Chronoliner Blacksteel features a high-tech ceramic bezel with a black steel case, inspired by styles from the 1950s and 1960s. The black steel case is coated with a high-resistance carbon-based treatment and […]

Share surround video on the fly with this rugged little camera that shoots immersive, 360-degree video with a single lens — no stitching required. Combining technology with practicality, the 360fly is shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, and equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Mount the 360fly, effortlessly capture every angle of your flight, and share ­directly to social […]

Hartzell’s composite propeller technology brings lightweight, efficient props to a growing number of airplanes. Versions of the propellers are available on light taildraggers such as the Aviat Husky with a two-blade configuration; high-performance aerobatic airplanes such as the Extra 300 with three blades; and heavy turboprops such as the Dornier Do328, which has six blades […]

The use of a pulse oximeter allows pilots to monitor the oxygen saturation of hemoglobin in their blood. How a pulse oximeter works is pretty ingenious. Rather than directly measuring hemoglobin concentration, the small device, which costs about $40 and can be purchased online, takes constant measurements of the absorption of specific wavelengths of light […]

If you are looking for a kneeboard that holds a tablet, here’s a new offering from Flight ­Outfitters. This is the first kneeboard we’ve found that allows for an iPad to be mounted while still attached to a protective case. The mounting plate rotates to provide the perfect position. A side pocket, which fits an […]

David Clark DC-One X

We’re going to come right out and say it: VedaloHD’s ­Azzurro2 sunglasses are hands down the best eyewear we’ve tested in flight. The proprietary SolarMax copper-rose lenses magically cut through haze, and the ultrathin arms fit perfectly beneath a headset earcup. To try them is to love them. $249 MSRP; vedalohd.com SkyNext: Pedego Latch Foldable […]

Pedego’s Latch foldable electric bike accelerates smoothly when power is applied through a twist throttle on the handlebars. It’s easy to ride and powerful enough to get up hills. Without muscle assistance, the Latch will travel about 15 mph on flat ground. At 50 pounds, it’s not light, but the chargeable lithium battery slides out […]

Garmin today announced its D2 Titanium, an aviator watch designed for functionality inside and outside of the cockpit. The D2 Titanium, which retails for a suggested priced of $899, features a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated hybrid titanium band and scratch-resistant sapphire lens. Its numerous in-flight features include access to METARs and TAFs, total flight time, […]