Obviously, it’s in every aviator’s best interest to know when the aircraft is losing cabin pressure. But, when it comes to sensing pressure points in the body, many pilots are incognizant of the potentially damaging effects.

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.

Recently, The ROHO Group conducted a market focus group to obtain feedback about the AIRHAWK aviation seat cushion. Pilots were asked:

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

Extended flights call for comfortable measures. There’s nothing worse than soloing a plane for several hours when the feeling of relentless pain inundates the backside. It’s a condition that plagues many pilots. To determine which products offer the most comfort, several brands were tested.

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.

Airline accidents and catastrophes are glaring reminders about aviation safety. On the Internet, a myriad of Web sites are committed to keeping pilots informed about new safety guidelines and practices. Below are three national organizations, advocating airline safety and accident prevention, to bookmark.

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.

In Oshkosh, Wisconsin, an epic aviation event takes flight on July 27, 2009 through August 2, 2009. Some 800 exhibitors will showcase a 5.2-mile stretch of aircrafts, antique classics, war-birds, ultra-lights, rotorcrafts and more. Each year, the extravaganza attracts pilots, enthusiasts and families from all over the world

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.”