Of course, when you’re the one flying the plane, you don’t think of yourself as being inactive. Your mind and much of your body are very active, but your rear end certainly is not! And that’s where the problems begin.

Passengers on airplanes are encouraged to get up and walk the aisles once in a while to keep the blood flowing. Pilots, especially on small planes, just don’t have that luxury. So, as a pilot, you have to find ways to improve blood flow to the legs while strapped in.

Using an AIRHAWK cushion every time you fly is one good defense against DVT because it was specifically developed to maximize blood flow while seated. The AIRHAWK is made of the same material and uses the same engineering as the ROHO cushion that has been used on wheelchairs for decades. The ROHO is the most trusted cushion in the medical community for people who are at the highest risk for pressure sores. Pressure sores are caused by inadequate blood flow over time.

The AIRHAWK, like the ROHO, is built for the extreme. The ROHO was made for people who sit 12+ hours a day, and the AIRHAWK for pilots who may sit up to 8 hours in any given day, who are also getting the bumps of turbulence and the vibrations of the engines. Sitting on an AIRHAWK is the closest thing to sitting on air.

If you ever notice after a flight that one of your legs is swollen, looks a little red or feels warm, this could be the first sign of DVT. Or, you may feel some pain in your calf or thigh when you touch it or stand. Be sure to see your doctor right away, as DVT can be life-threatening.

We think every flight should be a joy, whether short or long, and there’s just no reason not to fly in comfort.

AIRHAWK Cushion Pressure Map

Whether one’s a commercial pilot or a recreational aviator, comfortable seating is a paramount issue. In fact, numbness can transpire into several immobilizing chronic medical conditions. Aside from the repercussions of severe pain, there’s a high risk for nerve damage, decubitus sores, or even ischemia.

Sitting for 90-minutes or more can be injurious on the back and posterior. For the best protection, an effective aviation seat exceeds one’s comfort level. Pressure plays a significant role. It’s a grave misnomer that gel and foam aviation cushions outperform air.

Since gel and foam aviation cushions inhibit regular blood flow, they ultimately giveaway to high surface tension, promoting hot pressure points, diminutive deformations and indentions in the skin. (The illustration on the left depicts these hot pressure points).

On the contrary, the AIRHAWK aviation seat cushion’s Shape Fitting Technology’s® patented system interrupts the development of painful hot spots, diverting pressure and promoting consistent circulation.

Handcrafted from soft, pliable materials, the AIRHAWK outdistances foam and gel aviation seat cushions for a myriad of reasons. Here’s how and why the AIRHAWK aviation seat cushion diverts pressure:

• Reduces heat build-up with a breathable outer cover

• Non-hardening neoprene molds to the body’s posterior

• Open mesh side panels enable circulation between air cells

• Conforms to your discerning comfort level with a built-in bulb pump

• Blocks out moisture, enhancing unadulterated, cool comfort

Read more about the Shape Fitting Technology ® of the AIRHAWK’s patented system.

What is your most cherished flying necessity?

Pilots shared their unique reasons for flying with AIRHAWK.

•    I’m not the type of person who can sit for long hours.  My glutes are prone to numbness. Thanks to the AIRHAWK, I’m enjoying my time up in the air. – Harry Billings, Montana

•    My flight instructor taught me the importance of riding safely and comfortably. For me, comfort and safety start with my AIRHAWK aviation seat cushion, Gene – Naples, Florida

•    I never take off without the AIRHAWK aviation cushion. Joshua – Kansas City

•    As a type 2 diabetic, nerve damage is always a concern. The cushion inflates and slips into position, maintaining pure, butt circulation.  Ingrid – San Antonio

After a comprehensive assessment, unbiased research shows that AIRHAWK® aviation seat cushions surpass other brands. Aviation cushions were evaluated, testing the following criteria:

•    Aircraft compatibility
•    Customization
•    Quality

Aircraft seat compatibility
Findings showed the AIRHAWK to be compatible with a variety of aircrafts.

Customization
In the customization department, pilots raved about the bulb pump attachment, which allows them to adjust their cushion according to their anatomy’s specifications.

Quality
While other seats promised comfort seating, the AIRHAWK went the entire distance, promoting consistent blood flow. Compared to gel seats that can harden over time—AIRHAWK’s patented Shape Fitting Technology’s® outlasted the endurance of the gel and foam cushions, eliminating painful pressure points.

And, as if the manufacturing quality of the AIRHAWK is not enough, quality is backed by a 2-year money-back warranty.

Test pilot the bounds of the AIRHAWK Aviation Seat Cushion.

Aviation Safety Resources and Links

Aircraft Owners Pilots Association (AOPA)

The AOPA  is a philanthropic advocacy foundation, providing a wealth of services: information, fund-raising services as well as the promotion of aviation safety awareness, and an extensive list of other aeronautical resources.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

The FAA is a government-sponsored association, acting as the watchdog, policymaker and resource for safe aircraft operations.

Flight Safety Foundation

Flight Safety Foundation serves flight crewmembers manufacturers, air carriers, aviation regulatory agencies, vendors, and maintenance organizations with information, ideas and tactics to assure safety.

For information on flying in comfort, be sure to visit The ROHO Store.

The festivities are abounding. Attendees can expect 2,500 show aircrafts. The Learn to Fly Center is the ultimate destination for visitors who want to learn to fly.  Aviation leaders, aircraft engineers and NASA researchers will host 500 forums throughout the week. For children and the young at heart, there’s so much to discover at the KidVenture expo, where hands-on training includes flying simulators, building gliders or rockets. Daily air shows soar the skies at 3:30 PM.

Be sure to stop by ROHO’s AIRHAWK exhibit #3124 in Hangar C, where pilots test  AIRHAWK® comfort.

Read more about the “World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.”

The ROHO Group has patented a Shape Fitting Technology system and developed the AIRHAWK Aviation seat cushion.  The seat cushion helps to relieve painful pressure points so that you can enjoy the flight.  It’s a customizable seat cushion that is portable so you can use it on any plane and for any pilot.  It has a non-skid base so it won’t slide around on your seat and it is made to allow circulation to help keep you cool.

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