While these helmets provide some protection, don't think they're on the level of a similarly-priced motorcycle helmet. I asked about DOT and Snell certification at OSH and the Bonehead people were up front about how they wouldn't pass that sort of testing because the helmets aren't lined with impact-absorbant foam. They can't have the foam because that would make them too tall for most cockpits. I'm not sure how they get around that problem in race cars.

They look like they should be helpful against lacerations like the gross one on Page 1 of this thread. But I'm not sure how much protection you'd get from blunt trauma. Some, probably. Just be aware that these are basically "skid lids," not "crash helmets."

StuBob wrote:While these helmets provide some protection, don't think they're on the level of a similarly-priced motorcycle helmet. I asked about DOT and Snell certification at OSH and the Bonehead people were up front about how they wouldn't pass that sort of testing because the helmets aren't lined with impact-absorbant foam. They can't have the foam because that would make them too tall for most cockpits. I'm not sure how they get around that problem in race cars.

They look like they should be helpful against lacerations like the gross one on Page 1 of this thread. But I'm not sure how much protection you'd get from blunt trauma. Some, probably. Just be aware that these are basically "skid lids," not "crash helmets."

Agreed, good for lacerations but limited in actual protection. I wear one all the time in an open sport plane I also fly, but I'm well aware that I have three friends that died flying with helmets, there's only so much they can do for aviation type impacts. I'll still wear it for my open sport plane, though, better than nothing, and my Lynx hemet does have the foam and is designed for headsets.

Sorry, this is what my daughter refers to as a "dork of the month " photo, but it shows the Lynx helmet, which has a relief in the foam and padding for your headset. Doesn't sit high like e a DOT helmet, nor does it meet that standard, but it does offer protection.

Zenithguy, I think you look cool. I've spent a fair amount of time in Lynx helmets too.

Zzz wrote:Zenithguy, I think you look cool. I've spent a fair amount of time in Lynx helmets too.

Trust me, she flies too and has her time in that helmet also. Good to see others that learned to judge airspeed by the sound in the wires…..

StuBob wrote:While these helmets provide some protection, don't think they're on the level of a similarly-priced motorcycle helmet. ..

They look like they should be helpful against lacerations like the gross one on Page 1 of this thread. But I'm not sure how much protection you'd get from blunt trauma. Some, probably. Just be aware that these are basically "skid lids," not "crash helmets."

I think you are right. However, the secondary crash forces might be a bit lower in a FW cockpit than the direct contact - primary crash - motorcycle helmet (or helicopter helmet) is designed to mitigate. A helmet doesn't eliminate the need for other in-cockpit crash mitigation. A four point harness is, IMHO, the minimum restraint system for front seat occupants. I think combining a good harness with one of these 'skid lids' as you aptly describe them goes a long way toward increasing survivability with minimal risk of a serious injury.

A good helmet is better than a bad helmet. We can probably all agree on that. But a bad helmet is better than no helmet. An FAA guy was here a couple weeks back. Said they have a couple of those David Clark helmets where the helmet took the brunt of a head impact in a crash. The helmets broke in two. But the guys wearing them sustained minimal damage. Any helmet is better than none...


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Good topic. Timely. I bought one of the PT's. It wasn't comfortable. After a short while it gave me a headache. The Bonehead product looks good. Kevin, did you experience any 'hot spots' after wearing it for a few hours several days running? Does it have ventilation for hot weather flying? Thanks again for the topic.[/quote]


The Aries has an air vent option:

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Funny, I was just thinking that I'm a reasonable man that wears a helmet whenever prudent but your post made me realize I'm way too old school to wear a helmet on a horse. Just ain't right.

Funny, the comment about wearing a helmet when driving. A friend of mine is a radiologist that lives on a rural road near where I grew up. When the roads get snowy or icy he wears a helmet while driving his Lexus SUV and he doesn't give a damn what people think, He says he has seen too many nasty x-rays that would have been prevented by a helmet.

For me, a helmet will be one of my first purchases after an airplane. Much of my flying will be alone and remote. I figure a helmet might make the difference between an embarrassing rescue and a tragedy.

albravo wrote:

A1Skinner wrote:

Funny, I was just thinking that I'm a reasonable man that wears a helmet whenever prudent but your post made me realize I'm way too old school to wear a helmet on a horse. Just ain't right.

It's not about being old school for me, it's survival. That and I know more people that have died/broken there necks wearing a helmet on a horse then not.

I keep hearing about how driving is more dangerous than flying...The Bonehead has arrived


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Ahhhh so that's the bone head...

So the "head set"is built into the helmet? I'm still a little confused on that point. If so I think I'll end up getting one.

aktahoe1 wrote:I keep hearing about how driving is more dangerous than flying...The Bonehead has arrived


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SkyLarkin wrote:Ahhhh so that's the bone head...

So the "head set"is built into the helmet? I'm still a little confused on that point. If so I think I'll end up getting one.

aktahoe1 wrote:I keep hearing about how driving is more dangerous than flying...The Bonehead has arrived


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Thats good Kev, wearing it in the truck where it will do the most good.

Cheers...Rob

SkyLarkin wrote:Ahhhh so that's the bone head...

So the "head set"is built into the helmet? I'm still a little confused on that point. If so I think I'll end up getting one.

Yup, built in. You can get them passive, active or CEP. A friend recommended the CEP, which didn't work out for me at all, because he didn't think the ANR was as good as it should be. But the people there are great and will help work you through fitting and usage questions.

He doesn't wear a helmet……..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjTuJpgyaW8

Zenithguy wrote:He doesn't wear a helmet……..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjTuJpgyaW8

Maybe the sooner he gets his Darwin award, the better off the world will be.

Cary

Flight test today proved very good. I chose the ANR because I don't want ear buds or things in my ears. I too was skeptical on the ANR at first, then I figured out the volume. There will always be neigh-sayers but the helmet fits very well, it's comfortable and the sound is excellent. The tinted visor is a bonus.


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TradeCraft wrote:Pretty rad brain bucket! For those balking at the price, here is a decent alternative, though definitely less protective...

PT A-Bravo Half-Shell. Comfortably and functionally fits DC's, Bose & Lightspeed. $61

http://www.protechelmet.com/products.asp?cat=14

Good topic. Timely. I bought one of the PT's. It wasn't comfortable. After a short while it gave me a headache. The Bonehead product looks good. Kevin, did you experience any 'hot spots' after wearing it for a few hours several days running? Does it have ventilation for hot weather flying? Thanks again for the topic.

Anyone order one of these lately?
I ordered 2 just to have for passengers. took my money, no shipping confirmation yet, have sent a couple of emails and the phone calls are answered by the secrataries recording of leave your name and # and will call back? Have not heard anything back yet??
Has been 2 weeks?

Kevin, the traditional military style aviation helmets have a visor cover to help protect the visor from scratches and finger prints. I looked at the Bonehead website and didn't see any kind of visor cover. I'm curious, how does the Bonehead helmet protect the visor? I really like that the Bonehead is a more compact helmet...keeps you from feeling like this guy.

4Whitey wrote:Kevin, the traditional military style aviation helmets have a visor cover to help protect the visor from scratches and finger prints. I looked at the Bonehead website and didn't see any kind of visor cover. I'm curious, how does the Bonehead helmet protect the visor?

They have two helmets. One is designed as you are talking about. It tucks into the shell. It's bigger as a result. The other has an externally mounted visor, so it's more compact but you do have the scratch risk.