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Bose A30 Aviation Headset with Bluetooth

The Bose A30 is the most comfortable around-ear headset Bose has ever created. It dramatically elevates every flight with the best combination of comfort, audio clarity and active noise cancellation available on the market.

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Yes, all Bose A30 headsets allow you to connect to your smartphone or MP3 player via a 3.5mm patch cable or via Bluetooth on the Bluetooth model. It can also connect to other devices such as a GPS or traffic warning system. An Audio Priority switch on the A30 allows you to control if/when external audio will cutout during an ATC transmission. The A30 headset also has other Bluetooth profiles, including hands-free calling and multi-point, which allows you to connect to more than one wireless device simultaneously.

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We are currently offering a headset trade-in program that allows you to trade in your current, working, headset towards the purchase of a new Bose A30. We also offer quantity pricing if you are purchasing more than 4 units at a time. Contact us for details. We'll also pay for the shipping and insurance on your new Bose A30.

For most of you, you'll want the Bose A30 with the standard dual plugs found on almost all fixed wing civilian airplanes. These will work on everything from a Cessna 150 to a Boeing 777 and everything in between. The Fixed Wing Portable option is the best choice for people who rent airplanes. If you are flying helicopters, get the Helicopter Portable model with the standard single U-174/U plug. Bose A20 Dual Plugs Bose A20 Helicopter Plug U-174/U.

The panel powered option means the headset has a 6-pin plug called Redel or LEMO instead of the standard dual plugs that you often see. Some people just refer to it as a "Bose style jack". The panel powered option uses the aircraft electrical system to power the Active Noise Reduction technology in the headset instead of getting power from AA batteries. If you are a renter, the panel power option is probably not the best choice for you since many of the planes that you rent will not have a Redel style jack to plug into. Of course you could always get a Bose Panel Power to Fixed Wing Adapter and have both bases covered. Bose A30 Panel Power Redel / LEMO.

Sure! Many newer aircraft are made with options for plugging in either a panel powered headset or a headset with dual plugs. For example, Cirrus SR20 and SR22's have both options. If you own an aircraft without a LEMO jack, you can get our panel power install connector kit and have your local avionics shop install it in your aircraft.

Yes, the Bose A30 is a modular system that allows you to replace the entire cable assembly with a different type (i.e. go from military to civilian or from Airbus to standard dual plus). Or, we have adapters that convert from / to almost any combination you might need.  No tools required!  It's literally a 15 second swap!

Yes, the Bose A30 is FAA TSO and EASA E/TSO-C139a certified, proving its durability in tough conditions. It meets or exceeds all FAA requirements. A Technical Standard Order (TSO) is a minimum performance standard for specified materials, parts and appliances used on civil aircraft. When a company is authorized to manufacture a material, part or appliances to a TSO standard, this is referred to as TSO authorization. When a company receives a TSO authorization, it is assured that the product meets these minimums in both design and production. Bose Corporation meets all and exceeds many TSO requirements.

The A30 operates for a minimum of 45 hours from two AA alkaline batteries in typical aircraft noise. With continuous operation of the Bluetooth® function, battery life will last 25-plus hours. As always, battery life varies with the type of battery, noise environment and features used during flight. The headset has a battery life indicator light to signal when batteries need to be replaced.

If you let the AA batteries full deplete, the Bose A30 will still continue to function as a normal passive noise attenuation headset. You will not get the benefit of active noise cancellation or Bluetooth, but you will still be able to transmit and receive normally with ATC.

Can I use rechargeable batteries?

Yes. However, flying-time battery life may be lower than the acclaimed 45-hour life, depending on the type of battery chemistry used. Rechargeable batteries may also alter the accuracy of the battery status indicator light; when the light changes to amber, pilots will likely have less than eight hours of flying time remaining. Multiple battery chemistries can be used, including lithium-ion batteries.

Yes, the aircraft powered version of the A30 headset has both auto-on and auto-off capability, so when the avionics have been turned on, the headset will turn on automatically once aircraft power is detected. Battery-powered versions of the headset have auto-off, but require that you press the power button to turn on the headset.

Yes. The integrated boom mic and cable can be attached to either side of the headset with the toolless connector mechanism in a few simple steps.

Yes. The earcups' supple leather-covered foam cushions are designed to provide an effective acoustic seal even over glasses. You should be able to wear your glasses comfortably without significantly diminishing the headset's noise reduction benefits. There is no need to calibrate or recalibrate the headset to maintain optimal performance. The headset adjusts automatically.

Nope. The A30 really includes everything that you will need right out of the box. A carrying case, batteries, ear seals, microphone muff, they're all included.

The Bose A30 is covered by a 5 year Bose manufacturer warranty.

It's a lot of money to spend and we want you to be happy with your headset. Take it up for a few flights. If it's not everything that you hoped it would be, return it in the original condition within 60 days for a refund. No risk!

We offer quantity discounts if you are buying 5+ units at one time. Email or call 480-556-0500 for details.

Yes! We will accept your used, good condition, headset as a trade-in towards the Bose A30. This includes the previous generation Bose A20, Bose X (10) which was also known as AHX-02, AHX-03, AHX-04, AHX-05, AHX-06, AHX-07, AHX-08 as well as headsets from other manufacturers such as Lightspeed, David Clark, Sennheiser, and others. See our headset trade-in program page for more details.

We are happy to accept all US government, school, military purchase orders on Net terms. Purchase orders are also accepted from US corporations upon approved credit. Email or call 480-556-0500 for details.

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