Survival Gear Contest 2nd Place Winner
March 11, 2021
Aviation Survival Kit – Pedro Fonseca Recently Lightspeed Aviation hosted a Survival Gear Contest, asking to see pilot’s aviation survival preparedness kit and had each submission scored by our panelREAD MORE
Jeanette Eaton Named Recipient of HAI’s Salute to Excellence Award For Excellence in Communication
March 1, 2021
Alexandria, Virginia (March 1, 2021) – Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Jeanette Eaton, vice president of commercial strategy and business development for global commercial and military systemsREAD MORE
Aviation Headsets For Youth
February 25, 2021
In the world of aviation headsets, there are many options for adult pilots, from passive to those with Active Noise Reduction. From basic models to premium ANR headsets for theREAD MORE
Pilot Profile: Civil Air Patrol – Services Rendered, Dreams Fulfilled
February 10, 2021
Like many kids, James Hutches fell in love with airplanes. A frequent flyer for family vacations and holidays, he loved the view of the world from the sky and theREAD MORE
The Technology of Last Resort: How will rescuers find you if needed?
January 25, 2021
As pilots, we are trained to overcome adversity in the cockpit. From weather issues to electrical, mechanical, and even total engine failures, we are taught to never stop flying theREAD MORE
What’s in a Warranty?
January 22, 2021
You may have always known that your Lightspeed Aviation headset came with warranty coverage. Were you also aware that Zulu 3 came with an industry best 7-year warranty, or thatREAD MORE
Off Airport Landings – Choosing the Right Spot and Enhancing Survivability
December 28, 2020
So you have done your job as a pilot and prepared for the worst by staying proficient in power-off landings, by having a well thought out survival kit, and byREAD MORE
Just Plane Festive Photo Contest
December 24, 2020
To celebrate the Holiday season, Lightspeed Aviation asked our friends and followers to share their best photo of their planes or helicopters in a setting that evokes a festive atmosphereREAD MORE
Reflections on 2020 – pilot stories of resilience and a positive outlook for the future
December 21, 2020
This has been a year for the history books, including aviation history. The pandemic’s economic effects on commercial aviation have made the headlines. But it has also affected general aviation,READ MORE
A peek at the Pipistrel Panthera
December 15, 2020
Last week Lightspeed had the opportunity to explore the Pipistrel Panthera aircraft as part of the exclusive U.S. dealer demo tour. We are honored to sponsor this innovative tour ofREAD MORE
310 Pilot shares his New England Swing series
December 11, 2020
Friend of Lightspeed and Brand Ambassador, Kevin Thornton, is a self-proclaimed “country boy” who loves to share his flying adventures in his Cessna 310 with his wife, Jamie, and theirREAD MORE
You’ve made an off-airport landing – now what?
December 8, 2020
As pilots, we train for emergencies that may lead to making an unexpected landing in an unexpected place. With sharp skills, good flight planning, a positive attitude, and a littleREAD MORE