The ABCs of Aviation Headsets

When it comes to aviation headsets there is a lot of information you need to know in order to buy the right aviation headset for you. Two of the most popular are the Telex headset and the Peltor headset. It is important to understand that there are three different types of headsets as well as many different brands. As a result it is important to review all the information before making a purchase.

First of all, there are Active Noise Cancelling sets. These sets can cost up to $900. Some of the most popular brands of ANC headsets are Telex, David Clark, Sennheiser, and Bose. All of these headsets range form $660 – $900.

The next type of aviation headset that is available is the passive noise cancelling headset. These are considerably more affordable and generally cost in the $90- $300. Some of the best models included the David Clark H10- 13.4, which is super light as it only weighs 13.4 ounces. Other Clark models include the H10-60, h10-20, H10-80, and H10-40. The Flightcom 4DLX is a good passive noise cancelling headset as well as the Peltor and Telex models. If you are buying a headset for a child then the Peltor is certainly the best.

The final type of headset is the Walkman or open air style. If you are flying a jet or a sailplane then you will likely find this type of headset enjoyable. If you are flying a prop aircraft then you need to opt for a different style.

As you can see there are a variety of different types of aviation headsets that range from quite affordable to rather expensive. If you do a little bit of research and ask around then you will be able to find the best headset for you for the most affordable price. It may take trying on several different headsets and even saving up some of your paycheck for a while to buy the one you want, but keep in mind that if you make a good investment your headset will likely last for many years.