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An Affordable Wireless Headset for General Aviation

Lightspeed Aviation's Tango wireless headset nearly matches the esteemed Bose A20 in audio quality, and it costs only $800! Features on the Tango include a remote control module, transceiver, lithium ion batteries, boom microphone, LEMO interface, and much more. Read on for a full analysis of the headset.

When we evaluated the EQ-Link wireless aviation headset a couple of years ago, we struggled to find a $1000 reason to invest in its cordless design, especially since it didn’t have the comfort of even mid-priced traditional models. So as the industry marvels at Lightspeed Aviation’s recently introduced $800 Tango wireless ANR model, we still wonder what—if any—problem this technology solves. Moreover, what problems might a wireless headset create?

To find out, we ordered the new Tango and put it through the paces in a few different aircraft. Overall, we’re pleased with its performance, value and the technological progress it represents, but have a few nits to pick about its user interface. To watch a demonstration of this product, click here.

Larry Anglisano

Editor in Chief Larry Anglisano has been a staple at Aviation Consumer since 1995. An active land, sea and glider pilot, Larry has over 30 years’ experience as an avionics repairman and flight test pilot. He’s the editorial director overseeing sister publications Aviation Safety magazine, IFR magazine and is a regular contributor to KITPLANES magazine with his Avionics Bootcamp column.