On Our Radar: March’s Aviation Picks From FLYING Magazine

These standout flight products and services are worth a closer look.

Gold Seal Ground School course [Credit: Gold Seal Ground School]
Gold Seal Ground School course [Credit: Gold Seal Ground School]
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Key Takeaways:

  • The article showcases editor-recommended aviation products from FLYING's March Issue 968, focusing on practical tools and thoughtful solutions for pilots.
  • Featured products enhance safety and preparedness, including a survival knife with multi-tools, a compact finger light, and a satellite messenger for emergency communication and navigation.
  • Other recommendations improve pilot comfort and operational convenience, such as an innovative oxygen cannula adapter for headsets.
  • An online ground school program is also highlighted for flexible, self-paced pilot training and education.
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Here is a collection of editor-recommended aviation products and services that are worth a closer look. From practical tools to thoughtful solutions,  this is what caught our eye in the March Issue 968 of the FLYING print edition.

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Dex Finger Light [Credit: Sporty’s Pilot Shop]
Dex Finger Light [Credit: Sporty’s Pilot Shop]

Dex Finger Light

This compact light from Sporty’s Pilot Shop has a green beam that can be adjusted for intensity. It’s powered by a rechargeable battery and can be customized for best fit. 

Pilot survival knife [Credit: Flight Outfitters]
Pilot survival knife [Credit: Flight Outfitters]

Pilot Survival Knife

A pilot should always be prepared in case of an off-airport landing in the wild. This knife from Flight Outfitters features a fire starter, LED light, window breaker, and seat belt cutter. 

Garmin inReach Mini [Credit: Garmin]

Garmin InReach Mini

This satellite-based messenger can access downloadable maps and U.S. NOAA weather charts. It can also send an interactive SOS message with your GPS coordinates to an emergency response center. 

Aithre Boom Cannula and Adaptor [Credit: Aithre]

Aithre Boom Cannula and Adaptor

This lightweight adapter mounts to a pilot headset, allowing a flexible boom-style cannula to swing into place when oxygen is needed. It improves comfort without interfering with fit.

Gold Seal Ground School

This online ground school enables you to study at your own pace. Presentations are usually less than 10 minutes, and a feature allows CFIs to track their clients’ progress. 


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