New Gear For Pilots And Aviation Enthusiasts

A round-up of products pilots and aviation enthusiasts will love.

Boeing Airplane Stapler
Boeing Airplane Stapler
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The article reviews a selection of pilot-focused products, including the versatile Peak Design Travel Backpack (expandable 35-45L, recycled nylon) and the Icom A16 VHF COM handheld radio for backup communication.
  • It features cockpit essentials like the MyGoFlight iPad Cooling Case, which uses thermal blower technology to prevent overheating, and The Pilot's Pen, an LED-integrated ballpoint pen for night use.
  • Further items include Ray-Ban Gunmetal Raptor sunglasses with G15 non-polarized lenses suitable for pilots, and a novelty Boeing Airplane Stapler for aviation enthusiasts.
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Icom A16 Radio
Icom A16 Radio

Icom A16 Radio

The A16 VHF COM handheld provides a great backup radio for the airplane in case of a comm outage as well as a useful tool for those on the ground who want to stay connected. With 6 watts of power and an extra-loud 1500 mW speaker, this radio cuts through the noise of the flight line or the cockpit to provide clear audio. The radio features a full keypad, 200 memory channels and an exclusive button for 121.5MHz emergency calls. Users can also utilize the side tone function to hear their voice through a headset.

Weighing little more than half a pound and measuring around a third of a foot in length, the A16’s compact size makes it easy to carry. Its rechargeable battery lasts for 17 hours, and it’s waterproof to boot. The radio is available for $259.95, and a Bluetooth-equipped version is available for an additional $40.

Learn more at sportys.com.

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