How to Choose a Suitable and Good Aviation Headset?

1. Why Do We Need an Aviation Headset?

A suitable and good aviation headset is one of the most important things a pilot needs in the cockpit.

As pilots who are accustomed to cockpit noise, depending on the type of aircraft we fly, we may not even think the noise is all that loud.

However, The FAA Hearing and Noise in Aviation safety brochure reminds us that sound levels in a small single engine cockpit can reach 90 dB, and sustained exposure to noise over 90 dB can cause permanent hearing loss.

This means it's time to reach for hearing protection in the form of a pilot headset.

The Aviation headset provides more than just hearing protection and decreased cabin noise though. They also offer hands-free communications with ATC and passengers, making it even more appealing to fly with a headset.

2. What Factors Should We Consider When Choosing a Good Aviation Headset?

There are so many brands and styles of headsets to choose from, plus a slew of features that can easily seem overwhelming at first.

Before you aimlessly click through pages upon pages of potential options, decide what features you are looking for. This will narrow your search results to only the headsets that are the best fit for you.

Consider the following variables when picking an aviation headset:

• Noise Reduction

• Headset Style (In-ear/On-ear/Over-ear)

• Budget

• Amount of Flight Time

• Weight and Comfort

• Frequency Response Range

• Signal Type

• Microphone Type

• Bluetooth Capability

• Warranty

3. Find the Suitable and Good Aviation Headset for You and Your Team

RayTalk is a senior manufacturer of aviation headset and two-way radio accessories from China, with a history of more than 14 years.

 We're committed to researching and producing affordable and good headsets for pilots. You can buy the headsets that suit you the best at an acceptable price.