Like every GA pilot, you have your own reasons for flying: the freedom of the skies, providing service to others, access to amazing, out of the way places; the thrill of stunt flying or air racing, or whatever else calls you to the skies. Each pilot’s life is a journey, from student to enthusiast to seasoned veteran, so your interests and needs probably change over time. The one unchanging thing that all pilots share is the desire to come home safe from every flight.
At Lightspeed Aviation, we get it because we’re pilots, too. For over 25 years, we’ve been on a journey to create the best aviation headsets to fit every pilot’s interests, priorities, and budget—headsets that make the flying experience better, more comfortable, and more fun, while helping keep pilots and their passengers safe.
Our journey started with unparalleled active noise reduction (ANR) technology that delivers clearer communication, reduces pilot fatigue, and protects hearing. We innovated with high quality materials for comfortable, rugged construction and the best warranty and customer service in the business. Then came the safety features including break-away cables for safe egress in emergencies; personalized, adaptive sound; and integrated hazard sensors. And progress continued with features to make flying better and more enjoyable such as Bluetooth connection to record communications and play music through headsets, and an integrated application for customizing features and tracking conditions in the cockpit.
Finding the Right Fit
We know your aviation headset has to fit not just your head but your life in the cockpit. With our broad range of headsets, you can choose one that works for you and always know you’re getting exceptional quality, safety, and comfort.
Lightspeed Sierra is a great value for student pilots and hobbyists who want to move from passive noise reduction (PNR) to the superior hearing protection, sound quality, and intelligibility of ANR. (Better yet, skip PNR and get clearer communication and better hearing protection from the start.) For experienced and frequent flyers, Sierra is also a great headset to keep aboard for family and other passengers because it protects their hearing, too, and comfortably fits a wide range of head sizes.
“My Lightspeed Sierras are great. I can hear my instructor and ATC so much more clearly, and I’m not distracted by a headset smashing my ears. I wish I would’ve bought these in the beginning. Thank you, Lightspeed.”
– Michael Ford, private pilot
Lightspeed Zulu 3 is our most acclaimed headset, made for experienced private or professional pilots who spend many hours in a plane and need a headset with exceptional sound and comfort. The Zulu 3 headset will be as comfortable at the end of a cross-country flight as at the beginning, and the premium ANR is great for crystal-clear comms and for playing music or communicating with passengers.
“The Zulu is the most comfortable, quiet, durable headset I have ever worn. One of the best characteristics, at least for a helicopter pilot, is that it is durable. . . the Zulu will withstand normal wear and tear that you experience as an operator. Another great feature for us is the Bluetooth phone capability. This feature has allowed us to keep our dispatch informed of where we are and where we are going, without risking the safety of the flight. And for those long solo x-countries, the adapter for the iPod and Front Row Center make the flight much more enjoyable.”
– Tyler Sturdevant, director of operations, Precision Helicopters
“I have used Lightspeed headsets since the day I started flying. To me, nothing beats the style and fit of their headsets. With flying there are so many factors you constantly have to worry about, so having a reliable headset shouldn’t be one of them. I recently upgraded to the Zulu 3’s and have been consistently impressed with its noise reduction capabilities as well as the strength and durability of the Kevlar cable. My Zulu 3’s have been there with me through Pilots N Paws dog rescue missions, multiple flights across the country and many inverted flights. I can confidently say that I trust my Lightspeed headset to provide comfort and clear communication on any flight and I can’t wait to see what adventures we go on next!“
– Savannah Raskey, private pilot
The Lightspeed Delta Zulu is a premium aviation headset that combines Lightspeed’s superior ANR, comfort, and quality with lifesaving safety technology. A built-in CO (carbon monoxide) detector is with you all the time, in any plane you fly, alerting you to problems before disaster happens. And, especially for the veteran pilot, sound customized to your hearing profile compensates for hearing loss, helping ensure that comms are intelligible in a range of conditions. Lightspeed Delta Zulu delivers top-of-the-line hearing, safety, and comfort.
“Lightspeed has produced an amazing headset. The Lightspeed Delta Zulu is a must have in any cockpit. When I fly, I fly assured that in the case of a carbon monoxide issue, I can be alerted in time to get myself or even my family back on the ground safely. I use this headset for work, and my captains always mention what an awesome product the Delta Zulu really is! Thank you, Lightspeed.”
– Caleb Jackson, professional pilot
“What Lightspeed has done with this headset is a game changer … If you’re looking for a new headset, I would encourage you to get this. It could save your life.”
– Dan Bass, private pilot
We also know that an aviation headset is an investment, so we protect your investment with the industry’s best warranty and customer service plus a generous trade-up program that helps you get the next-level best-in-class headset for every stage in your piloting journey.
Lightspeed for Your Life
For most of us in aviation, flying is a lifelong passion, from the first solo flight through all the adventures and highlights of a pilot’s career. No matter where that passion takes you, protecting your performance in the cockpit will extend the length and success of your flying life. So, whatever you need, wherever you go, Lightspeed will be with you all the way.
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