Preferred by pilots, year after year

Bose pioneered active noise reducing headsets in aviation almost 20 years ago. And we continue to be the headset pilots prefer.

Aviation Headset X®

Aviation Headset X®

  • Full-spectrum noise reduction, clearer audio, lightweight fit 
  • Significantly less clamping force than most active noise reduction headsets 
  • At least 40 hours of performance from just two AA alkaline batteries 

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Free Bose® in-ear headphones when you order by December 31, 2009. A $99.95 value.

Connection options to meet your needs

When you order an Aviation Headset X, you can choose one of the following connection options.

Portable headset with straight cable
  • For pilots who fly multiple aircraft
  • Battery powered, dual plug
  • Automatic smart shutoff, electret microphone
Portable headset with coiled cable
  • For civilian helicopter pilots
  • Battery powered, U174 plug
  • Automatic smart shutoff, electret microphone
Installed headset
  • For aircraft owners
  • Requires installation by FAA-certified technician
  • Includes wire harness and electret microphone

Acclaimed for noise reduction, clarity and fit

Noise canceling headphones dramatically reduce engine roar

Enjoy reduced noise, greater audio clarity and a lightweight fit with Bose® Aviation Headset X. For eight years in a row, it's been rated #1 in Professional Pilot's annual survey, claiming 2008's top honors for clarity, comfort and technical advancement.

Pilot headset rated #1 by professional pilots

Packed with Bose innovations

Proprietary Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headset technology dramatically reduces the amount of engine roar that reaches your ears. Other proprietary Bose technologies deliver accurate, tonally balanced audio from a compact earcup design.

Lightweight communication headset with reduced clamping force

Lightweight and comfortable

Aviation Headset X weighs only 12 ounces, and its magnesium headband has significantly less clamping force than most active noise reduction headsets.

Quote reprinted with permission: Professional Pilot's 2008 headset preference survey, 12/08.