Sunglasses Made Specifically For Pilots? | Test Flight

I have never been able to fly comfortably while using sunglasses under my headset. Is that all about to change? Watch and find out!
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[@LewDixAviation]

Use discount code ‘LEWDIX’ for 10% off 🕶 flyingeyesoptics.com/eyewear/?ref=dL-nif5XCCOhc

[@DeltaNovember1776]

I thought the code was aviation101 🤔

[@gevmage]

3:26: The knot/Cessna joke was nicely tied in here.

[@LewDixAviation]

Nicely done 😏

[@cpy]

Chatting with someone today about steep turns, and I mentioned I watched a video online with your rolls of trim. She replied right away "Oh LewDix Aviation? I bought a shirt of his when I heard he was furloughed". LewDix fans all over!

[@LewDixAviation]

Haha that’s amazing! Love it! Thanks for the mention!

[@mattwilson5186]

Another great video from a legend, love the editing in the beginning! I remember trying these on and they were indeed very light and comfortable. Can’t wait to see more of the young Bob Hoover absolutely killing his instrument training 😎

[@LewDixAviation]

I only take students with glowing recommendations from you now man. You didn’t steer me wrong with Young BH so I trust your judgement completely

[@gregellis3859]

I thought a big selling point for you on the sunglasses would be that Aviation101 wears them as well... said as I run for cover. :)

[@LewDixAviation]

Flowers can move over.. A younger, sleeker model is in town 😏

[@Aviation101]

Sleek isn’t what the people want. See comments on my recent Instagram post for more information. 😂

[@LewDixAviation]

Ah my biggest fan is here, hey mate!

[@alecboucher5984]

@@LewDixAviation LewDix X Josh Flowers OnlyFans coming soon

[@julianmatos1123]

You guys are too much..love both of your channels and you both sold me on these. Thanks guys, keep it up.

[@coppi60]

I have been wearing the Flying Eyes sunglasses for over 2 months, and I really like them very much. They are light weight, they do not give you a headache, and they slip under the headset earmuffs as advertised. Good choice by LewDix Aviation!

[@matthewpaxton2832]

Well worth the wait. Haven’t slept since the teaser clip. My biggest complaint about foggles is that they break the noise reduction seal on my headset... maybe send them a sweet whisper to make some foggles?...

[@LewDixAviation]

Not a bad idea!

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

Hi Matthew! We actually have something called a "View Limiting Device" that's meant for that exact reason! They fit on any glasses, but of course you still need something covering the sides so the frames we have to compliment them are the Golden Eagle Sports (our safety rated frame) or the Hawk Convertibles. You can find those View Limiting Devices here: flyingeyesoptics.com/accessories/#ViewLimiters

[@dillonf3537]

going to grab 2 pairs of sunglasses from them thanks LewDix!

[@LewDixAviation]

Use the link man, save some money! They are great!

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

Thanks for the support, Dillon; hope you love them!

[@JustPlaneSilly]

Dean makes a great product. Most sunglasses mess up noise cancelling headsets because the arms are too thick. Flying Eyes are really thin. I like em.

[@LewDixAviation]

They’re great!

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

Thanks for always supporting us!

[@pelinelden]

I like your energy it is really fun watching ur videos btw cool sunglasses looks very comfortable..

[@LewDixAviation]

Thank you!

[@billynaff3218]

Nice. Ok I’m off to the website now to take a more in-depth look at these 😎

[@LewDixAviation]

Do it!

[@JoshuaSobel]

I sort of like the idea of product reviews on this channel. I know we can trust you to be pretty non-biased, so I'd love to see more in the future :)

[@LewDixAviation]

I appreciate that man! This was a genuine opinion video. You wouldn’t be seeing it if I didn’t like the product and I think it’s worth sharing with my aviation followers because it helps us. Happy to review things like this, it was a lot of fun

[@HamBown]

I have been window shopping these for a while b/c all my decent shades are polarized. Looking great!

[@LewDixAviation]

They are great! Thanks mate!

[@js_filming7701]

Awesome! Will need something like this when i start flight school...... Regular glasses as well.

[@CraigLewis]

“Cost is only an issue when there us an absence of value” I will check those sunglasses out, thanks

[@networkl00p]

Great video! Just placed my order. Have had a set of Oakleys for many years and I was about due for a change :P Perfect timing!

[@LewDixAviation]

You will be very happy! I love these glasses!

[@wwm0611]

Thanks for visiting the home airport for me - also I have been wearing the Flying Eyes Sunglasses for a while know - they are the best! Come back anytime

[@LukePylypciw]

I wear the kestrel aviators and they’re the best!

[@gsp-greenstripepilot9508]

About to pull the trigger on a pair of these but the sapphire mirror like you are wearing I was curious , how much darker does it make the cockpit? I have 53 year old eyes and don’t need things very dark but reducing the squint would be nice plus they look cool

[@LewDixAviation]

The sapphire ones have a tint that I can best describe as sepia for lack of a better term. It doesn’t darken uncomfortably and they give great protection in my experience

[@gsp-greenstripepilot9508]

@@LewDixAviation thank you sir

[@gsp-greenstripepilot9508]

@@LewDixAviation ordered the King Fisher mirrored Sapphire. Thanks for the discount code.

[@LewDixAviation]

@@gsp-greenstripepilot9508 no problem!

[@gsp-greenstripepilot9508]

@@LewDixAviation got my Flying Eyes in today. Really nice. Love the look and feel. Good recommendation. Sporting my “Lewdix Aviation “ decal on my kneeboard also!

[@namanphoenix]

Hey mate, what do you use to mount your GoPro under the wing? Thanks in advance

[@LewDixAviation]

Hey mate. Use this link: www.mypilotpro.com/product/mypilotpro-swivel/?wpam_id=14

[@namanphoenix]

@@LewDixAviation thanks guv! Love your work

[@andreamiotto7231]

I got my PPL in Merritt island last summer... really good times there also cause of the cherokees

[@jmg1403]

Hi may i asked who you trained with there?

[@andreamiotto7231]

@@jmg1403 i have trained with an Italian CFI

[@spelldaddy5386]

Great vid, Lewis. While insanely interested in aviation, I don't think I'm ready for flight training at this point in my life, so no need for the glasses, but still entertaining. Can you do a reaction video on Addison Smith's video from a few months ago where he had an engine failure after takeoff? I know engine failure is something you train for a lot with your students, so I would be interested to hear your take on how he handled the situation from the CFI perspective.

[@Tiago_aviationFlys]

The second landing butter 🧈

[@jonathanmcphail5254]

What next? Hanging the Bose up to be sponsored by Lightspeed? Josh would be so proud. 😁

[@LewDixAviation]

😂 nah man I’ll wait for Bose to call... It’s been 4 years an no call yet 🤨

[@benchilds5805]

Always trying to keep up with Flowers, eh Lew? Next thing we know, you'll be buying a Cessna. Yeah, nah, for real, I have been eyeing off a pair of these for myself. See what I did there. 👀

[@ethan_c5_992]

Omg you went to my airport KCOI come say hi next time

[@HoosierPilot]

I’ve wondered about those. Finding a pair of sunglasses that don’t hurt after wearing a headset for an hour is tough.

[@LewDixAviation]

They work. I was skeptical, but they work very well.

[@rigor.m9422]

*screeches in prescription eyeglasses*

[@HoosierPilot]

@@LewDixAviation I’m probably going to look into a pair. I always have to have sunglasses on when I fly so it seems like a worthy investment.

[@HoosierPilot]

@@rigor.m9422 😂

[@LewDixAviation]

@@HoosierPilot and you could look just like me... why wouldn’t you want to do that? 😏

[@douglasb5046]

I’ve enjoyed my flyingeyes sunglasses/reading glasses for a few years now. My only complaint is that pre/post flight without the headset to keep them clamped to my head they tend to slip forward when I tilt my head down. Suspect this is as I have a smaller head (hopefully not my brain 😅😅) but would be nice to have temple arms angled in more. Not a deal-breaker but slightly irritating.

[@PaulGarthAviation]

Assuming FlyingEyes are non-polarized. Also, can you get Rx Progressive lenses?

[@PaulGarthAviation]

Went to their site. All you need is to find an optometry store that will handle curved Rx lenses, which I'm sure is doable.

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

@@PaulGarthAviation You answered your own question as well as we could, nice! Also just to clarify; all of our lenses by default are non-polarized!

[@homertalk]

Randolph Engineering is what I wear!

[@Victordamus98]

That's what I wear too. Awesome sun glasses!

[@johnnyhamann7630]

Nice vid, glad to see my home airport :)

[@brianpetrow7218]

Thanks Lew - I'm contemplating a welcome-to-the-sky but cfi may not appreciate...haha..joys of learning in a charlie.

[@Brave_Aviator]

This is late but I want to get a pair of these so bad because I keep trying to find sunglasses and they are all polarized. And i found a match which are these but gotta save more moneyyyyyy.

[@robindoulton7220]

Ray bans do a pair of aviators with carbon arms. they are super thin and fit perfectly under the A20 cups.... they are an absolute dream. I have three pairs. one for car, one for flying bag and a third pair for 'just in case'.. but these do look pretty good.

[@james6164]

How is the optical clarity?

[@LewDixAviation]

Best I’ve seen. Between Oakleys, Ray Ban and some others I’ve had, Flying Eyes blow them away in clarity and comfort for me

[@capta1nc]

I bought a pair of Aviators when I started flying (the clues in the name, right?!) and had the same issues - also a lot of pain on the bridge of the nose even when not using a headset, possibly due to the weight. I begrudgingly switched to my "daily driver" Oakleys, which were much more light and comfortable, but I also have to rest the arms on top of my headset (due to the broken noise-cancelling seal, and also some head pain), which looks ridiculous but at least is functional. That said, a problem I haven't solved, is the fact I often have to take them on and off all the time, because they are "too good" - so I'm interested to know what the low-light performance is like? Probably not a huge issue in Florida, but in Norway the light is often at a very annoying junction between too bright/glarey without sunglasses, and pitch black with sunglasses on, especially in the winter with the low sun and possible snow-glare... You mentioned that these were "more effective" than the Oakleys, but that doesn't necessarily mean they are darker in low-light situations. What do you reckon?

[@LewDixAviation]

In my short history with the ones I’m wearing in this video, I’ve noticed that while they protect my eyes very well from the sun, the lenses are clearer than other sunglasses I’ve worn. I used them as the sun was going down the other day and had no issue.

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

Hi Russell! We totally understand this issue, and because of that we offer gradient tint lenses in neutral gray and copper. It sounds like those might be the solution you're looking for! You can find them in almost all of our frame styles.

[@capta1nc]

@@FlyingEyesWorld Thanks for the reply - gradient Kingfishers do seem like a nice option... Maybe I'll give those a whirl first and see, I suspect a "one season fits all" lens isn't really possible, since in the winter if there is snow on the ground, I'd need the gradient to be the other way round :)

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

@@capta1nc The whole team has been brainstorming this and I think we've found a solution. Give us a call at [phone] or email us at [e-mail] and we'll help you find the right lenses!

[@brandonsmith6675]

Bought a pair a few months ago after getting tons of their ads. They’re legit! Though I dropped mine on pavement & need to get a lens replacement... No fault of their quality though.

[@LewDixAviation]

Yea man I was skeptical but they are legit!

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

Sorry to hear that your lenses got scratched Brandon! Reach out to [e-mail] or call [phone] and we can get that taken care of for you!

[@deeanna8448]

You look really cool in them!😎

[@LewDixAviation]

Thanks Dee!

[@pilot.in.scrubs5592]

Hey Lewis, do we get any kinda discount if purchasing the GoPro mounts using the link you provide?

[@LewDixAviation]

No discounts unfortunately. They are great mounts though

[@Warkip]

5:54 thats funny, where i take flight lessons (EHSE) its the exact way around, we have most of the time rnwy 25 in use

[@BATAviation]

What airport is that? We fly out of Orlando Sanford International.

[@louisadamo2510]

Those glasses look like they work very well but I fly with Maui Jim aviators and they work great with a headset and they are crystal clear. Love the videos by the way

[@LewDixAviation]

Thanks man!

[@randc47]

I’m def gonna get a pair when I get back on the pony. F you COVID! My classic RayBans let so much noise in.

[@johnhodgkiss9882]

Do they export to the UK without import duty?

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

International shipping costs $55 and you would be responsible for duties upon arrival. I would recommend checking out Sky Fox GmbH in Germany; they are a retailer of ours and may be a good solution to avoiding international shipping costs.

[@Ichibuns]

I wear a pair of AO sunglasses. The original aviators that astronauts wore on the trip to the moon. They have spaded earpieces that can slide on and off with the headset donned. They also cost a lot less than these.

[@ralbertin]

I’ve been wearing that exact pair (blue tint lenses) for about a year and a half now. They are vastly superior when it comes to “no sound leakage” and the thin arms are great. HOWEVER, after 2-3 hours of flying non stop with the A20s over them they start to dig in your head all the same. Don’t get me wrong - still think they’re awesome, but haven’t solved the problem completely on longer flights. My other complaint is that I don’t like the sepia look everything gets with the sapphire lenses - but I assume it’d be different with the other tint options, I was just too lazy to return them after I got them

[@LewDixAviation]

I can appreciate that review. Anything clamped onto the side of a pilots head is going to be felt eventually. It’s just a fact. The sepia in these are definitely a change from my other sunglasses but I love it!

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

Hey Ricardo, it sounds like the Kingfishers might be a bit too large of frames for you. I would strongly recommend trying out the Golden Eagle Sports or the Kestrel Aviators instead, as they are a little smaller and typically solve the issue you're describing when the Kingfishers are too large for the wearer. As for the sepia look, that only applies to our mirrored sapphire lenses and there's a similar tint in the copper lenses that's not quite as strong. All other lens styles we offer are neutral gray when wearing them! I hope this helps. Please reach out to [e-mail] or give us a call at [phone] and we can help you further!

[@elik1491]

Yeah they’re pretty awesome but honestly super expensive for me. $10 non polarized aviators off Amazon for me 😂, great video man

[@Jdrew27]

Off topic but curious. Taking off runway 11 where will you be headed if your below 500 feet on your takeoff climb and have an engine failure? Is there any good spots over there?

[@LewDixAviation]

Water probably. I’m a good swimmer

[@Jdrew27]

@@LewDixAviation haha noted be on top of your emergency game /be swimming proficient

[@LewDixAviation]

@@Jdrew27 and bring your speedos. That’s the key to all of it

[@Jdrew27]

@@LewDixAviation damn you should be paid for these life saving tips! (writes down bring the orange speedo for easy visibility)

[@soccersoar3]

I am currently looking for a plane to rent, what is the best way to find a plane to rent.

[@sizzlingsteak5046]

You should’ve tested them in the Cessna

[@PaulGarthAviation]

The bernouilli effect, similar to a Cessna wing "floating design", over the top of the (RayBan) legs would cause the legs to rise up a bit.

[@XavierXaviiThomas]

That’s the airport I trained out of... did all my training there up to CMEL

[@TheFlyingZulu]

I snagged a pair from ebay for 95$ (total cost) and they seem to be great. I took the pair to optometrist offices and they have said the lense do appear legit and they do have UV protection. Cool.

[@scottpapera228]

Bought a pair of them with your referral... mostly because I feel guilty for stealing your "welcome to the sky" when I fly with my students. ;) Hope you get back to the 121 world soon.

[@LewDixAviation]

As long as credit it given and you tell them about my channel, all is forgiven 😏

[@scottpapera228]

@@LewDixAviation I do... I say, "Welcome to the sky... trademark LewDix Aviation."

[@LewDixAviation]

@@scottpapera228 thats what I like to hear haha

[@diamondhands6065]

@@scottpapera228 lmao 😂

[@kevinjarchow8812]

So...and I'm surprised no one has told you this yet. If you get some electronic (black)shrink tube and put them on the RB's the "digging into my head" thing would go away.

[@unfinishedstory9333]

I have a pair. They’re nice but a little too dark. Tough to see in the cockpit.

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

Sorry to hear that! Have you tried our gradient lenses? They're made to block the sun while still being light enough to see panels. Contact us at [e-mail] or call us at [phone] and we can work something out for you :)

[@unfinishedstory9333]

I appreciate your response. I’ve decided to use them when I drive, just not when I fly. I’ll look into the gradient lenses. Thank you.

[@johanjansen6303]

6:23. I don't understand, pls explain?

[@justsmy5677]

If a pilot flies into airspace he is not supposed to enter, or commits a similar violation, ATC (Air Traffic Control) will request that you call them after you land in order to discuss the violation or mix up. The radio call sounds something like “November Five Mike Yankee, request you call me at your earliest convenience, advice when ready to copy phone number!” Never a good radio call to receive!

[@johanjansen6303]

@@justsmy5677 Thanks!

[@AV8OR51]

I know you are a CFI..still it is refreshing to see you are using paper charts and paper checklist..

[@LewDixAviation]

Too many people around these days that don’t know how to get by with just paper.. I like a healthy balance of both paper and electronic!

[@Saslow]

How come the discount from Josh is 11% and yours is 10%? 🤪 Just kidding! Just ordered a pair to try out with your coupon code. 😂

[@LewDixAviation]

That extra 1% goes towards the marina fee for parking his boat.. Great stuff man!! Thank you!

[@tylermartin9553]

Private written day for me let’s get it

[@LewDixAviation]

How did it go?

[@tylermartin9553]

@@LewDixAviation I passed but I’ve been studying like crazy for the past week

[@garretthoffee4059]

Pit vipers always

[@av8or971]

looks like you need to work on those landing a bit more.. a little rough? AHAHHAHA, i wish i had landings that smooth.. checkride soon.. praying i NAIL IT

[@LewDixAviation]

😂 the first was a touch flat. Couldn’t flared more. I’m always very hard on myself when it comes to flying!

[@av8or971]

@@LewDixAviation hahaha. i have been watcing your movies for some time. They have helped me towards my PPL, checkride in 2 days. ! Gareth needs to get back to videoing himself as well, :(

[@LewDixAviation]

@@av8or971 that’s great man! Good luck on the ride!

[@av8or971]

@@LewDixAviation Thanks! Let me know if you are ever near KMLI or KDVN( my home airport).

[@av8or971]

@@LewDixAviation I passed!. Woohoo I watched your videos alot, learning etc. Thanks for your passive assistance. Hopefully someone else will also find your videos helpful for their journey.

[@mikeyswingsacrossthesky2244]

That turbulence was a result of sharp intakes of breath from one Josh Flowers, Dan Millican and Christy Wong realising it is now a 3 way fight as to who sells the most Flying Eyes!!! One of you needs more than 10% My video seems to have dropped out and I missed the bit about your......... other head?

[@LewDixAviation]

One of those 3 is my biggest fan, another used my catchphrase in a video and the last one sent me a friendly message on instagram.. I'll let you work out which is which haha

[@paigesimons1540]

Was waiting for your goose impression... disappointed 😜😂😬

[@sebassifyy]

I likeie

[@julianmatos1123]

Just got my kingfisher from Flying Eyes, with my 10% ..thank you @LewDix (Sorry Josh 😆 @Aviation101)

[@LewDixAviation]

😂

[@dajai-6394]

Cobra manuever ok

[@jom5826]

A Sedanos flyers

[@panther590]

You sound like you have a British accent?

[@LewDixAviation]

An astute observation

[@ImNotAFederalAgent]

12:16 Girl on frequency used to be an A10 pilot "bRrRrR" lol

[@benjaminlane8508]

Negative, she was a "BUSH" Pilot!

[@phoenixsun007]

COI fam checking in. Unfortunately, my voice was not in the video 😂😂

[@canadiandude1974]

....X-ray. Full stop. What does the X-ray signify?

[@LewDixAviation]

X-ray signifies the letter X which is the letter used to confirm the latest ATIS weather report

[@AV8R_1]

Hey Flying Eyes... I have an aviation youtube channel too! No one watches it, but I'll take a free pair for review! XD

[@pilotmedic]

The only thing In my opinion, they might have to start doing the glasses with cheaters (bifocal)

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

We have +1.5, +2.0 and +2.5 bifocal strengths in several of our framestyles! Check out our website to find out more

[@gregellis3859]

They do sell them in bifocals of 3 different non-RX strengths. They are on their website.

[@ground.zero.aviation]

Hey Lew! Big fan, here! Great stuff! I finally did my first solo after a long time. It would be so kind of you if you comment on it (posted on my little channel) and let me know of your opinion.

[@prestontoborg4149]

Buuuut. Are they polarized 😆

[@LewDixAviation]

Nope!

[@scottwillson5562]

10% off of $200 is ... too much.

[@tomdavis3038]

Surprised that there are sunglasses made especially for pilots? I’m surprised anyone works be surprised. Ummm “aviators” (since 1937) Cheers

[@jacbob5824]

They look good. But 10% doesn't quite make a big difference for a poor student pilot. I guess I'm going to continue looking like a moron

[@LewDixAviation]

It’s 100% off if someone else buys them for you..... 😏 I’m a genius

[@FlyingEyesWorld]

We just recently added "PayPal Pay in 4" to our site because we know getting into the aviation industry can cost a lot up front, but we believe protecting your eyes are so important! You can use LewDix's discount code and split your purchase over 4 payments. Also keep in mind our lifetime warranty is free and covers your glasses breaking for almost any reason! Give us a call at [phone] or email us at [e-mail] if you have any questions.

[@jamesr2622]

They're called Aviators. Does this generation Z seriously not know what Aviators are?

[@ambienceclarity1123]

A teardrop shape frame sunglasses

[@kevinjarchow8812]

Luddite Aviation.....