What are the different parts that make up a helicopter helmet? This is a question that we often get from our customers. We will outline all of the different parts found in a helicopter helmet. If you require a replacement part or need your helmet repaired, our team at Helicopter Helmet can help you out. We have an extensive inventory of helmet parts and accessories; rest assured that we have what you need. Helicopter helmets are more complex than they seem; keep going to learn about all of the helmet parts.
Types of Helmets
We have parts for:
- Alpha Helmets
- Evo Helmets
- Gallet Helmets HPH, Phoenix
- And parts for similar helmets.
Helicopter helmet parts from the Alpha series are made in America and represent high-quality craftsmanship. We carry microphone cords and Eagle memory foam comfort liners for your convenience when purchasing our full line of accessories. These include Boxell ear seals that provide noise isolation as well. Helicopter Helmet offers you all these fantastic options at competitive prices. Contact us today about what is best suited to meet your needs.
Evolution helmets have been the standard for what a flight helmet should be. Helicopter Helmets have everything you need to customize your EVO-052, -152, or -252. Whether it's an ANVIS NVG screwed support carbon visor cover, main cord U174, or a general aviation straight cord with a volume hush kit, combo ear cups, and foam inserts; we have it.
Gallet Helmets are specifically designed for aviation pilots. Helicopter Helmet offers a complete line of helmet parts for MSA Gallet helmets, as well as repairs if you're looking to have your own repaired. We have multiple colors for the Gallet helmets and are sure we carry everything you need.
Phoenix is a civilian helicopter helmet independently tested by the United States Army Aeromedical Research Lab. Here at Helicopter Helmets, we carry the microphone wind covers, chafing pads, glue-less edge beading, cross straps, ear seals, and more for this helmet. Whatever the part may be, Helicopter Helmets has it.
The Parts of a Helmet
Many elements make up a helmet. Each specific part has a duty, whether it's to keep you safe or for added features that will make things easier for you to function. These parts include:
- Visors help protect your face and eyes.
- Helmet liners and ear seals provide added comfort and protection.
- Gradient lenses block sunlight, but allow the pilot to see controls below them.
- Pilot skull caps are placed under your helmet to absorb sweat and keep your helmet clean.
- Bluetooth adapters are Bluetooth transmitters that connect to your helmet head seat, allowing you to receive data and talk through them.
- Comm cords are connected to the craft's communications system, allowing the person wearing the helmet to hear and be heard.
- Microphones allow the person wearing the helmet to hear without removing the helmet.
- Earphones also allow the person wearing the helmet to hear.
- MIC cables are used to connect from the main cord of the helmet to the microphone.
- An aircraft egress device is used to connect your helmet headset to airplanes or helicopters using a specific connector like U174 or TP 120.
There are also field repair kits that you can purchase, which include assorted parts to repair your helmet if needed.
Now, you have learned about all of the parts of a helmet. We usually don't think that so many features are included in a helmet; therefore understanding how each part functions is essential when choosing the fitting helicopter helmet.
Helicopter Helmet has everything you need to keep your helicopter helmet in good condition and inform you about all of the fantastic features available. Whether customizing or repairing, we offer quality helmet parts that will work for any make and model of a flight crew member's headgear. With all of the products and repair kits that we have to choose from, you can take our advice or ask any questions needed by calling (321) 821-4724.