Goggles

[sto]

Hi there,

can anyone here recommend some goggles that I can wear with my glasses? For flights in open cockpits. I found some for motorcycling, not sure whether that would work for flying as well.

Thanks!

[o7i]

MARK 9 PILOTS GOGGLES (http://www.transair.co.uk/sp+MARK-9-PILOTS-GOGGLES+8650)

You may be called biggles though!

[hoodie]

Those don't look as if they would work over spectacles, as the OP (and me!) want. Do they?

[Crash one]

I've got a pair of them & no they don't fit over specs

[hoodie]

Thanks, that's a shame.

They're not an absolutely ridiculous price, either.

[o7i]

Sorry... I clearly didn't read the most important bit!

Type 521 Goggle (http://www.gibson-barnes.com/Type+521+Goggle/id/18/cat_id/25/prod_id/99/)

Here are some which hopefully should work but are in the US. I have read though that they are best with thin frame glasses.

[The500man]

I don't know if they would be suitable but have a look at diving masks/ goggles, obviously without the snorkeling/ rebreather attachments. Anything without the word aviation on the packaging will be a lot cheaper.

Edit: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Speedo-Glide-Mask/dp/B00243HKC2/ref=sr_1_17?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1311627660&sr=1-17

[rusty sparrow]

These work over my glasses: LEATHER CHROME Flying Goggles motorbike bike open top | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LEATHER-CHROME-Flying-Goggles-motorbike-bike-open-top-/200339175178?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Helmets&hash=item2ea525370a#ht_2822wt_1141) I use them in a Jodel D6.

[foxmoth]

I don't know if they would be suitable but have a look at diving masks/ goggles

Certainly not ideal as they go over the nose and are designed to give an airtight seal, I suppose you could cut a hole in the nosepiece to evercome this.

[rjtjrt]

I hope this isn't a silly question, but can you use snow ski goggles in an open cockpit?
John

PS Perhaps this maybe of help -
Helmet options (http://www.campbellaeroclassics.com/id66.html)

Bolle Commando SWAT Tactical Goggles w/ Double Lens - 100170010 FREE S&H 100170010. Bolle Goggles. (http://www.opticsplanet.net/bolle-commando-tactical-goggles.html)

[Teejman]

Not a silly question, about 5 years ago I saw someone taxiing a Tigermoth wearing blue tinted ski goggles.

[LH2]

Certainly not ideal as they go over the nose and are designed to give an airtight seal, I suppose you could cut a hole in the nosepiece to evercome this.

Well, then do add the snorkel and you're sorted. No bugs on your teeth either.

Don't forget to post a picture. :E

[sto]

I bought those and they fit perfectly over my glasses:

Motorcycle Goggles to Wear Over Spectacles (http://classicpartsltd.com/vision-goggles-over-spectacles.html)

Thanks for you advise!

[swopiv]

The snorkel would come in useful in the event of ditching I suppose. Best get all the gear: go for flippers too.:ok:

[IO540]

Are goggles allowed for a JAA IR flight test?

I would have thought you would have a guaranteed pass even before you started the engine.

[Genghis the Engineer]

Communica and Lynx both do very comfortable hard shell helmets that will go over glasses. I use a Communica helmet, separate headset, and as required sunglasses, for my open cockpit flying.

G