Icom A14 handheld radio headset?

[tstock]

Hi, I purchased an Icom A14 handheld to carry with me flying, but I
really don't want to be juggling it in the cockpit. Is there a
popular headset among glider pilots which will work with this radio?

Something lightweight, but I'd prefer an over the head headset rather
than behind the ears, single earplug, etc.

Thanks
Tom

[sisu1a]

>*Is there a
> popular headset among glider pilots which will work with this radio?
>
> Something lightweight, but I'd prefer an over the head headset rather
> than behind the ears, single earplug, etc.


my personal favorite (very popular at gliderport!): http://tinyurl.com/2ds4eb8

oh, my bad. over the head. got it (may slightly obscure vision):
http://tinyurl.com/c9plkj :|

-p

[JC]

There is a remote PTT button for the A 14 that you can attach to the
stick or brake handle. You can clip the radio to your shoulder harness
and it´s small enough that it doesn´t bother much. You kind of have to
talk out of the corner of your mouth but it beats fumbling around with
your left hand when it should be free for the brakes, flaps, etc..
A speaker/microphone is another option but I prefer the remote PTT.
I don´t like headsets in gliders. You can´t listen to the glider well
and they get uncomfortable on long flights.
My 0.02... Regards.

Juan Carlos

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On May 7, 12:34*pm, sisu1a > wrote:
> >*Is there a
> > popular headset among glider pilots which will work with this radio?
>
> > Something lightweight, but I'd prefer an over the head headset rather
> > than behind the ears, single earplug, etc.
>
> my personal favorite (very popular at gliderport!):http://tinyurl.com/2ds4eb8
>
> oh, my bad. over the head. got it (may slightly obscure vision):http://tinyurl.com/c9plkj* * :|
>
> -p

The classic Plantronics MS50/T30 aviation headsets are great in a
glider. Because you don't have engine noise to deal with you can
simply dispense with the ear piece and use the handheld speaker or on
board speaker. The mic quality of these is amazing and they are so
tiny and lightweight you forget you have them on. They can be clipped
to sunglasses or worn with a headband. No matter which way you turn
your head the mic is right there which is even nicer than a boom mic.
In a training glider which you are getting into and out of regularly
managing the cords and headsets is a pain so boom mics are in order in
that case.

[tstock]

On May 7, 2:02*pm, JC > wrote:
> There is a remote PTT button for the A 14 that you can attach to the
> stick or brake handle. You can clip the radio to your shoulder harness
> and it´s small enough that it doesn´t bother much. You kind of have to

Juan, this sounds like a good idea. I think I'll try this first,
thanks!

-tom

[Bob]

On May 7, 11:17*am, tstock > wrote:
> On May 7, 2:02*pm, JC > wrote:
>
> > There is a remote PTT button for the A 14 that you can attach to the
> > stick or brake handle. You can clip the radio to your shoulder harness
> > and it´s small enough that it doesn´t bother much. You kind of have to
>
> Juan, this sounds like a good idea. I think I'll try this first,
> thanks!
>
> -tom


Go to http://sportys.com/PilotShop/product/14346

Bob T.
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[Tim Mara]

most popular and best price /quality is Plantronics MS50-T30-3
see http://wingsandwheels.com/page9.htm
the Telex 5x5 Pro-III is also excellent.but a bit more expensive
I also suggest using the IC-PTT along with the Icom headset adapter for the
simplest and least cumbersome remote PTT switch though you can use some
cheaper G/A types (I have these also)
regards
Tim

Please visit the Wings & Wheels website at www.wingsandwheels.com

"tstock" > wrote in message
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> Hi, I purchased an Icom A14 handheld to carry with me flying, but I
> really don't want to be juggling it in the cockpit. Is there a
> popular headset among glider pilots which will work with this radio?
>
> Something lightweight, but I'd prefer an over the head headset rather
> than behind the ears, single earplug, etc.
>
> Thanks
> Tom
>
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