This page will help you find additional flight gear that may be needed during your training. While most gear will be issued, there are certain pieces of flight gear you may elect to purchase to make things easier during training. Below are select vendors which offer quality products and competitive prices for the various items.
Disclaimer: T6BDriver.com offers the vendors listed on this page as a source of finding the various needed products and is not responsible for purchasing and orders done through these vendors. All pricing, policies, and orders are set by each vendor and any sales are strictly between the purchaser and vendor and not T6BDriver.com. Any prices mentioned on T6BDriver.com are not final and are subject to change by the vendor. Actual prices can be found at each appropriate website.
Disclaimer: T6BDriver.com offers the vendors listed on this page as a source of finding the various needed products and is not responsible for purchasing and orders done through these vendors. All pricing, policies, and orders are set by each vendor and any sales are strictly between the purchaser and vendor and not T6BDriver.com. Any prices mentioned on T6BDriver.com are not final and are subject to change by the vendor. Actual prices can be found at each appropriate website.
Initial-Attack is an established defense contractor offering a comprehensive line of the most recognizable brands in the military and tactical markets. They have an extensive product line when it comes to tactical gear.
Wiley X - Aries Gloves
These gloves have been approved to fly with and have the tips removed on three fingers. This will allow a better feel in FMS button pushing/data entry as well as finding pages in the approach books. IA has the lowest price we've found. (Approx. $65) You can find out more information on the Aries Gloves Product Sheet. You can also use the Sizing Chart to ensure you order the right size gloves. |
Pilot's HQ is a smaller business operated out of Michigan. They have great prices on supplies, headsets, aviation equipment, and more. Their prices are very competitive and it can be an easy one-stop to grab everything. Click on the link to go to the product page.
Flyboys - Pilot Kneeboard w/clipboard
An extremely well-built kneeboard with all the needed features. Having used one of these for over a decade, we can tell you it is a good product. You can attach IFG, checklist, etc with the rings, hold approach plates/charts with the clear strap, or hold lineup cards/note pad with the clipboard. It also has pen/pencil holders as well as a small pouch where you could put a sick-sac if needed. (Approx. $39)
An extremely well-built kneeboard with all the needed features. Having used one of these for over a decade, we can tell you it is a good product. You can attach IFG, checklist, etc with the rings, hold approach plates/charts with the clear strap, or hold lineup cards/note pad with the clipboard. It also has pen/pencil holders as well as a small pouch where you could put a sick-sac if needed. (Approx. $39)
Flyboys - MapStrap
Constructed of the same materials as the kneeboard. It is adjustable to fit just about anyone and features a see-through strap with hook-and-loop to keep things secure. It has an adjustable/elastic circumference and measures 2 inches at the widest point. (Approx. $15)
Constructed of the same materials as the kneeboard. It is adjustable to fit just about anyone and features a see-through strap with hook-and-loop to keep things secure. It has an adjustable/elastic circumference and measures 2 inches at the widest point. (Approx. $15)
Flyboys - Pen Loops
Easy way to keep a pen or pencil attached to your hand and ready for quick use. Options for the deluxe model of just a regular one. (Approx. $9/$5)
Easy way to keep a pen or pencil attached to your hand and ready for quick use. Options for the deluxe model of just a regular one. (Approx. $9/$5)
Flyboys - Pubs Bags
An extremely sturdy and useful pubs bag without getting too big. This bag will hold multiple approach plates & charts as well as your Flyboys kneeboard, leg strap, small flashlight, pens and such. You can have it embroidered or have velcro sewn on to allow for a nameplate/patch attachment area. (Approx. $28)
An extremely sturdy and useful pubs bag without getting too big. This bag will hold multiple approach plates & charts as well as your Flyboys kneeboard, leg strap, small flashlight, pens and such. You can have it embroidered or have velcro sewn on to allow for a nameplate/patch attachment area. (Approx. $28)
Plotters
The same plotters you check-out from Book Issue. You need one as a pilot, so you might want to get one. Besides, do you want to keep checking one out? (Approx. $11/$7)
The same plotters you check-out from Book Issue. You need one as a pilot, so you might want to get one. Besides, do you want to keep checking one out? (Approx. $11/$7)