Gear for Pilots and Aviation Enthusiasts

Check out some of the latest gear, products, and equipment for pilots and aviation enthusiasts.

SPOT X 2-Way Satellite Messenger

The SPOT X 2-way satellite messenger is geared toward helping travelers stay safe and keep in touch while on the move. The handheld device offers two-way text messages, short emails, and SOS alerts while off the grid using the Globalstar network. With the network, SOS messaging capabilities are available essentially anywhere around the globe, while two-way messaging coverage is provided in the Americas, Europe and most of Africa. Users can also post text-only updates to Facebook and Twitter from the device.

The black and orange design features a small keyboard for messaging and an SOS alert button located behind a separate protective cover. It comes equipped with a built-in compass and provides GPS tracking using Google Maps. The SPOT X is priced at $249.99 and requires an annual service fee, with options starting at $11.95 per month.

Sectional Ties, Socks, Coasters And More

Pilots with a soft spot for a certain city, airport or slice of airspace can now celebrate it with a personalized product featuring a unique bit of self-selected sectional chart. Pilots can have the sectional transplanted onto a tie, coffee mug, socks, coaster, shoulder bag or wallet. Both the tie and the socks are made of poly satin, with a glossy finish for the tie. The single-strap shoulder bag measures 8.5 inches high and 7 inches long and features a zipper center pocket. The wallet is a tri-fold design equipped with three card slots.

Airplane Corkscrew

This nickel plate airplane corkscrew is a fun gadget for the aviator who enjoys a good glass of wine. The 6-inch-tall design features an aircraft propeller for the traditional corkscrew twist handle, along with wings and a stabilizer at the bottom of the device. The product is part of the Aviator Tavern Collection and is available for $18.43.

Garmin Fēnix 5 Plus

The latest GPS sportwatch from Garmin offers a host of capabilities in a manageably sized model. The watch provides topographical maps with popular route information, along with heart rate monitoring and on-watch music storage. A total of up to 500 songs can be stored on the watch. The model lets users track their fitness history and easily compare their workout intensity over time to their ideal fitness level. The fēnix 5 Plus also offers contactless payments, so users can make purchases quickly and easily with just their watch. Users who opt for the 5X Plus model will receive a built-in pulse oximeter, a key benefit for aviators flying at higher levels who need to track their blood oxygen levels. The watch offers position tracking not only through GPS but also through GLONASS and Galileo. The fēnix 5 Plus comes in more than a dozen different variants and starts at $699.99.

Runway Accent Rug

This aviation-themed accent rug brings a fun reminder of one's passion for flying into the home. The plush blue carpet features a playful runway and airplane design laid out in a 21.75-inch-wide-by-64-inch-long runner. The carpet is 1-inch thick and contains a diamond-cut pattern throughout. The rug is machine-washable and also has a skid-resistant back in order to prevent movement on the floor. The rug is priced at $89.99.

Prist Windshield Cleaner

Prist aircraft windshield cleaner provides pilots with a safe and effective means of keeping an airplane's exterior in top condition without worrying about causing unwanted damage or corrosion. The Prist cleaner can be safely used on acrylic, polycarbonate, glass, metal and vinyl surfaces, making it a good option for cleaning both windshields and the body of an aircraft alike. Each can contains 13 ounces of cleaner, which is emitted as foam that is easy to identify and spread. The cleaner, specifically developed to use on aircraft, provides quick removal of bugs and residue.

Garmin InReach Mini

Garmin's new InReach Mini provides remote satellite connectivity in an easy-to-use and lightweight device. The 3.5-ounce Mini features two-way texting through the Iridium satellite network, along with 24/7 SOS capabilities. The Mini can pair with Garmin wearables to send and receive messages, and it can also link to the Garmin Pilot app to share flight tracking data. For easier texting, the Mini can be connected with a user's phone contact list so that a friend or family member can be reached with just a few taps. Users can also receive weather forecasts on the Mini if they choose, and there are both basic and premium packages available for such data. The Mini sells for $349.99, and subscription plans start at $11.95 per month.

Airplane Heartbeat T-Shirt

This airplane T-shirt provides a subtle yet clever design for those who live and breathe aviation. Featuring an EKG with an airplane in the mix, the T-shirt comes in a number of different colors, including brown, black, dark blue and gray. The first three color options are made of 100 percent cotton, while the heather gray version is 90 percent cotton and 10 percent polyester. All of the variants are machine washable. Male, female and kid sizes are available. The shirt is priced at $17.99.