The weather is finally warm, and aviation fans are eager to update their aircraft and home flight sim setups. Browse the 10 top-selling items that FLYING readers scooped up in April 2025.
Lightspeed Zulu 3 Premium ANR Aviation Headset
Enjoy quiet and comfortable flights with the new Lightspeed Zulu 3 ANR Headset. Its active noise reduction (ANR) features reduce a broad range of low frequency noise, while magnesium ear cups block out high-frequency clutter.
Lightweight and designed for longevity, it has patented technology to automatically lower the volume of other devices when radio or intercom transmissions come in. You can record incoming and outgoing communication with its free FlightLink app for Apple iPads and iPhones.
Price: $899
‘Flight: The Complete History of Aviation’
For readers looking for a broad overview that weaves together the tapestry of aviation—from hot-air balloons in the 18th century to the sleek jets of the 21st—R.G. Grant’s Flight: The Complete History is an excellent choice.
This richly illustrated volume charts the major innovations, personalities, and events that propelled humanity from tentative first flights to space-age achievements.
Price: $28.24
Jeppesen Student Pilot Logbook
This compact logbook can be thrown into any flight bag. With 96 easy to read green pages that are bleed resistant, you can log 520 entries making it a go-to for any entry level pilot.
With a hard cover that’s scuff resistant, it’s easy to keep this piece looking nice for years. The basic layout this logbook offers keeps it simple for all new pilots to keep track of flights with ease.
Price: $20.28
Yaesu FTA550 Handheld VHF Transceiver
The Yaesu FTA-550 is a popular and reliable handheld transceiver for aviation use. The large dot-matrix LCD display wins praise for its readability, even in varying lighting conditions.
It’s a good option for those seeking a dependable backup radio or a primary handheld for VFR flying.
Price: $199
Holy Stone Mini Drone for Kids
For those looking to find a drone under $50, the Holy Stone option is a can’t-lose pick. With a low price point, you are not going to get many of the features that come with more expensive drones. For example, the drone has some cool features like different speed modes and pre-programmed flips, but it does not have a camera, and the flight time is only seven minutes per battery. But for the price point, it’s a good drone.
Features: This mini drone offers endless fun with features like Toss to Launch, Circle Fly, 3D Flips, and Auto Rotation, perfect for kids and beginners. User-friendly functions like Altitude Hold and Headless Mode ensure stable, carefree flying, while three included batteries extend flight time to 21 minutes. Its protective guards keep kids safe and prevent damage, making it an ideal gift for young adventurers.
Price: $39.99
Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flightstick
The Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flightstick is a versatile simulation controller offering good value, with many programmable buttons and responsive controls.
It’s well-suited for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The flightstick is ergonomic, fitting most hand sizes, and is generally praised for its build quality. It features 27 programmable buttons, POV hat, and rapid-fire trigger.
Price: $109.99
‘Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying’
Though not strictly a “history” book, Stick and Rudder was first published during World War II and remains a relevant foundational read for flight students and veteran pilots alike looking to polish the fundamental skills of flying. Langewiesche’s aim was to demystify the process of flying an airplane, explaining aerodynamics, stalls, landings, and turns in clear, jargon-free language.
Decades later, Stick and Rudder continues to shape the way pilots learn. Its enduring popularity reflects the universal truths Langewiesche identified—truths that pilots from the 1940s to the present day rely on. Although not necessarily a standard student pilot read these days, the book laid an important foundation for the future of flight training, from which we can still learn a lot.
Price: $17.28
Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S Throttle and Joystick
The Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S. (Hands On Throttle-And-Stick) is a popular flight simulator controller, especially for those diving into space sims and modern flight games. It boasts a massive amount of buttons, switches, and analog sticks, providing a high degree of customization and control.
The software allows for extensive customization of button mappings and RGB lighting. The adjustable spring system on the joystick allows for personalized resistance.
Price: $199.99
Potensic ATOM 3-Axis Gimbal 4K GPS Drone
The drone is lightweight, compact, and foldable, making it easy to take with you wherever your adventures find you. The ATOM has a Sony CMOS sensor and captures 12MP images along with 4K 30fps video. If you are looking for longer flight times, the ATOM has got you covered. Flight times on this drone can go up to 31 minutes on a fully charged battery.
There are several different flight modes, including video (slowest), normal, and sport (fastest). Additional features include GPS-assisted functions like Follow Me, Points of Interest, and Circle Flight, enhancing the creative possibilities for users. The drone can even transmit video up to 4 kilometers away. Beginners will love this drone, but given all the built-in features, so will more experienced pilots.
Price: $359.99
Ray-Ban RB3025 Classic Aviator Sunglasses
These iconic Ray-Ban sunglasses have been providing pilots clear views for decades. The pilot in your life will love the protection they’ll have from glare, whether in flight or on the ground.
This lens delivers the trusted eye protection you need at any angle.
Price: $180
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