visAIRion MIL
Laser safety glasses for military aviationThe challenge
Laser attacks on aircraft, particularly helicopters, have become a concerning issue in recent years. These incidents typically involve individuals using handheld lasers to shine beams at aircraft, which can pose significant risks to pilots and passengers. The bright light can temporarily blind or distract pilots, leading to dangerous situations, especially during take-off and landing.
The motivations behind these attacks can vary, ranging from pranks to more malicious intents. In some cases, individuals may not fully understand the dangers associated with pointing lasers at aircraft. However, the consequences can be severe, including criminal charges, fines, and potential jail time for those caught engaging in such behaviour.
Our solution
To address the sophisticated threats faced by military aviation, visAIRion MIL has been meticulously designed. This advanced protection system is capable of shielding pilots from both visible and infrared laser emissions, covering five specific spectral ranges. It integrates state-of-the-art features such as high colour fidelity, exceptional visible light transmission, and full compatibility with Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS).
Developed with direct input from military pilots, visAIRion MIL laser safety glasses are engineered to seamlessly integrate with various aircraft cockpit and helmet systems. They support both daytime and nighttime operations, ensuring pilots maintain crucial visibility and colour recognition—essential for interpreting cockpit indicators and external visuals.
Moreover, visAIRion MIL emphasises comfort and customisation, offering over 100 different variations to suit individual preferences and operational requirements. These variations include multiple lens types, frame sizes, temple lengths, and materials, ensuring each pilot can find a perfect fit.
The effectiveness and reliability of visAIRion MIL have been rigorously tested and validated through collaborations with esteemed institutions such as the German Institute of Aerospace Medicine and the Bundeswehr Technical Center for Aircraft and Aeronautical Equipment (Wehrtechnische Dienststelle 61), along with direct feedback from frontline military pilots.
Features and benefits
Benefits
- Developed for all mission types
- High degree of comfort
- Individualisation with more than 100 variations
- High transmission for optimal vision
- Optimum colour fidelity for maximum safety
Product family
Designed specifically for the general aviation sector, visAIRion PS provides robust protection against the prevalent threat of visible light lasers and additional coverage against infrared lasers.
This version of the safety glasses also covers the same five spectral ranges and features high color fidelity, excellent visible light transmission, and NVIS compatibility.