Overview

Enjoy full-spectrum noise reduction, comfortable fit and clearer sound when you fly with the BOSE® Aviation Headset X®. Thanks to unique Bose acoustic technologies, this unmatched combination of benefits is available in one lightweight headset. And with our AdaptiSense® headset technology, you can enjoy the performance of the Aviation Headset X® for at least 40 hours from just two AA alkaline batteries.

From a pilot's point of view

For the ninth consecutive year, Aviation Headset X® has been voted #1 in Professional Pilot magazine's annual headset preference survey (December, 2009). Aviation Headset X® was rated the best overall active noise reduction headset, claiming top honors for clarity, technical advancement and comfortable fit. Flyer magazine says the Aviation Headset X® “is the closest thing to not wearing a headset at all”.

To best understand how revolutionary our Aviation Headset X® is, listen to the real experts—pilots just like you.

"I count on Bose to provide the best active noise reduction, in the most comfortable and lightest package, while providing the best quality of sound ...."
- John B. Davis, Cessna 152 and 172 pilot 

Technology, the source behind the performance

As a pilot you've got high expectations for your equipment. But most active noise reduction headsets require large earcups and considerable headband force to reduce aircraft noise. Through 25 years of research, we've developed a better solution with the invention of the TriPort® headset structure. This proprietary innovation enables our smaller, more comfortable headset to deliver full-spectrum noise reduction.

BOSE® Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headset circuitry monitors sound at the ear, identifies unwanted noise and creates an out-of-phase signal to reduce it. Our active equalization circuitry delivers clean, full sound with improved intelligibility of radio and intercom audio. In fact, US Air Force tests with our Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headsets achieved intelligibility scores of 95% at 115dB.

A comfortable fit is mission critical

The TriPort® headset acoustic structure enables the Aviation Headset X® to offer 50% less clamping force than most active noise reduction headsets. The solid magnesium headband is extremely lightweight, yet durable. The sheepskin cushion eliminates hot spots, and soft, padded ear cushions provide an effective seal—even over glasses. The result is superior noise reduction in a comfortable headset that weighs only 340 grams.

"After a few hours of flying with my old headset in a noisy cockpit, I felt exhausted. Since switching to the Bose Aviation Headset X, I feel like I can fly all day. This is how flying should be."
- Shane E. Bise, C-172, PA-34, BE-90 pilot

Longer battery life, smarter controls

Our proprietary AdaptiSense® headset circuitry allows at least 40 hours of use from just two AA alkaline batteries. It supplies power as needed, detects when you've stopped wearing the headset and automatically shuts off the active electronics after you have finished flying to preserve battery life. The ergonomic control module puts this technology and all other features, including dual thumbwheel volume controls, within easy reach.

"Considering that I can spend anything from 4-6 hours a day in a helicopter, I should have made the investment 10 years ago."
- Andre J. Hutchings, helicopter pilot

Try the BOSE® Aviation Headset X® for yourself at your local authorised Bose sales partner. Choose the configuration that best fits your flight needs: either portable or installed. Experience its full-spectrum noise reduction and see how comfortable it still feels after several hours in the air. We think you'll agree with thousands of other pilots that this is the best you've ever worn.

"The Bose Aviation Headset X brings quality, performance, and safety into my cockpit. It's quite simply the best product on the market."
- Mattias Kling, Boeing 737 pilot