Flying equipment queestion...

[FlyingFortress]

Do sna's and nfo's fly with oxygen masks in the T-34 or do they just use a mic? What else do you wear while flying in primary? Thanks.

 

[virtu050]

just your helmet with attached mic... O2 mask if you're going above 10K', otherwise u leave it dangling by your side. you'll also wear a survival vest (SV2) and gloves.

in multi-engine advanced you just wear a headset and sunglasses (if req).

 

[airgreg]

Detachable O2 mask above 10,000' AGL or during some simulated emergencies.
Boom mic with adjustable swivel all other times.
SV-2 Survival vest & Parachute.
Helmet with visor, flight suit, gloves, flight boots, kneeboard, and dog tags. Most people also wear ear plugs to drown out the background noise.

95% of the flight time is without the O2 mask on. It's is connected to the O2 supply, but you don't wear it very often.

 

[squeeze]

...and then there's guys in jetland... who look cool ALL the time :icon_smil