Lightspeed has introduced a premium wireless ANR headset using technology developed in-house.
The Lightspeed Tango was released last night, featuring Lightspeed Link technology and a rechargable battery.
"For years pilots have been asking us when we will be coming out with a wireless headset," said Allan Schrader, President and CEO of Lightspeed. "There are a number of electrical and acoustic issues that made the project a challenge. I am very proud of our development team for finding novel solutions to those hurdles, enabling our customers to enjoy this new experience in their flying. Having numerous flight hours on it myself, I discovered there is an unanticipated sense of freedom that comes from not having a cable on your headset!"
"One of the greatest challenges was to develop technologies that offered the audio fidelity Lightspeed is known for with the reliable signal connections pilots require," said Schrader. "With Lightspeed Link, we developed a unique solution that accomplishes this while also delivering the excellent ANR that pilots expect from Lightspeed."
The Tango is powered by rechargeable lithium ion batteries in the headset and the panel interface. The batteries, which measure 35 mm x 54 mm and weigh just 29 grams, delivers 12 continuous hours of use and can be charged fully in two hours, or to 75% in one hour.
The Lightspeed Tango is expected to sell for around $US800.
More information is available on the Lightspeed website.