![]() By most accounts, the delay was well worth it.Ĭoming in at a mere 14 ounces and touted as the world’s quietest headset, the Zulu PFX takes headset technology to a whole new level. ![]() Lightspeed Zulu PFXĢ013 would have seen another release from Lightspeed, but the much anticipated Zulu PFX, or Personal Flying Experience, was delayed until mid-to-late 2014. The whole setup comes in at a comfortable 15.7 ounces and is covered by a 5 year warranty. FlightLink also includes a scratch pad function so that quick notes can be jotted down using only your finger.Ģ AA batteries power the entire system for up to 40 hours, although heavy Bluetooth usage can have a significant impact on battery life. That communication can then be played back in order to ensure that no critical information is missed. FlightLink connects any portable Apple device (like your iPad) to your Zulu.2 headset and records any inbound or outbound communication. Once that communication has finished, ComPriority returns the audio to its normal level.Īt the same time, a directional microphone with noise cancellation was developed to ensure that words spoken by wearers of the headset would arrive clearly and without interference from other ambient cockpit sounds.Īll of this communication can be recorded, stored, and played back on demand using Lightspeed’s proprietary Apple-based application, FlightLink. ComPriority is a system which automatically lowers any auxiliary audio input, like music or a phone call, in the event of a radio or aircraft intercom communication. To that end, Lightspeed made several improvements, not only to the sound coming to the pilot but also to the pilot’s transmissions to others. While noise cancellation, music, and the ability to stay connected while in the air are all great features, the main purpose of an aviation headset is to provide a channel of communication with those in your aircraft, as well as air traffic control and other aircraft. An auxiliary cord and port was available, but only necessary if your device did not support Bluetooth. “Microport Vent” technology was developed which enhanced the headset’s ability to cancel noise at both high and low frequencies simultaneously.Ģ channel Bluetooth was added in order to provide for both phone calls and audio from a connected device. New technologies were developed to add to the headset’s noise reduction capabilities. To add even more comfort, the headband was re-engineered to create less pressure and squeeze on the sides of the head. The headset was outfitted with new earcups and seals that were designed to work well, even with sunglasses. Lightspeed Zulu.2Ģ011 saw the release of the Lightspeed Zulu.2. With two releases in the years since, the Zulu line has become a serious contender in the aviation headset space. ![]() They certainly have not been sitting idle. I thought it was time to take a look at what Lightspeed had been doing since I passed up the Zulu for the Bose A20. However, the feature set, the improved battery life, and the comfort made it an easily-justified purchase.įast forward a few years and much has happened in the headset space since then. At $1095 with Bluetooth or $995 without it, the headset was far from the least expensive option on the market at the time. I have used it for flight instruction, corporate, charter, and airline flying. Noise cancellation was great and powered for an impressive 40 hours on 2 AA batteries a significant improvement over the 15 hours with 4 AA’s offered by my outgoing Sennheiser set.Īfter 5 years and nearly 2500 hours of using my Bose A20 headset, I am pleased with my purchase. A separate, corded auxiliary audio input jack was available, however, to pick up the slack. Built-in Bluetooth made cell phone connectivity a breeze, although it lacked the ability to stream music over Bluetooth. ![]()
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