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ViBAN redefines IFR training with a game-changing view-limiting device—proudly crafted in the USA. At just one ounce, this featherlight marvel is the lightest, most comfortable IFR hood you’ll ever wear. Say goodbye to scratches, breaks, or blinding glare from the foggy types. Viban also blocks harsh sunlight effortlessly, no sunglasses required, turning stressful flights into focused precision manuevering.

Unmatched in design and durability, it delivers top-tier performance without compromise. Add to cart now for a free hard case and cord, plus free US shipping ($19.95 worldwide), and elevate your training today.

AWARD WINNING VIBAN

ViBAN isn't just equipment—it’s the backbone of your training, clocking more airtime than anything else in your kit, so it has to deliver comfort and performance under fire. When the cockpit turns chaotic—gauges demanding split-second reads, light flickering from blinding sun to murky haze—Viban holds you steady, keeping your focus razor-sharp. Forget the torture of bulky hoods or safety glasses that dig into your nose, pinch your temples, and grind your ears into submission after an hour aloft; ViBAN’s ultra-light, one-ounce frame feels like nothing’s there, letting you sink into the rhythm of holds, approaches, and recoveries without distraction. Crafted to shrug off wear and tear, it’s the silent partner that turns grueling sessions into second nature, giving you the edge to nail every checkride."

THE SAVVY AVIATOR'S SECRET

ViBAN’s sleek black finish isn’t just style—it’s science. Black calms the eyes up close, a neutral shield against the jarring sting of white, yellow, or frosted alternatives that grate on your focus during long IFR sessions. We engineered it to fold down compactly, slipping effortlessly into its compact hard case—space-saving genius for a cockpit where every inch counts. That case? It’s got a rugged belt loop, keeping Viban right at your hip, ready to deploy when the gauges call. Built tough yet featherlight, it’s designed to endure the grind of training without ever weighing you down. Add to cart today and snag free U.S. shipping, plus the case and cord at no extra cost—your ticket to smarter, stress-free check flights.

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Customer & Magazine Reviews

When it comes to IFR training you should choose personal comfort and compatibility. Of the hood design our top choice is the hybrid-design ViBAN. It has good durability and comfort plus it's easy to put on and take off.
- THE AVIATION CONSUMER Magazine - July 2019

These ViBAN have become very, very popular as they don't fog up with a mask on!
- University of North Dakota Flight School

Viban is the absolute best view limiting device, had them for many years - being able to put them on without disturbing a headset is absolutely marvelous, and having the entire instrument panel in view all the time is a great aid in preventing air sickness.

With other products like Foggy types, the field of view is, maybe, 10-15 degrees, requiring a significant side-to-side head movement for a proper instrument scan, especially when using the radio stack.With Viban, the lateral head movement is minimal, which greatly reduces the possibility of vertigo. VERY important when doing unusual attitudes form an IPC.

The are three other significant advantages of Viban:

1. It is very easy to use, even with a headset; the strength of the frame also makes it simple to insert the frame under a headset, even if wearing sunglasses.
2. There is no better lateral vision than under the Viban; no clear plastic in the sight path like Foggy types; also a much better vertical range.
3. With the visible edge flat black, it also eliminates distraction from shadows when maneuvering.

- Lee L.

The ViBAN view limiting visor has been tested by students and instructors of the College of Aviation and they prefer ViBAN over other view limiting devices because of their fit and the fact that they weigh just an ounce.
- Western Michigan University College of Aviation

The first task I give my new instrument students before we start training is to find a view limiting device that they like. There’s the hood that everyone hates or the foggy type, which usually end up becoming very uncomfortable very quickly. The headset ends up pressing the sides into the side of your head, leaving lumps and scars that hurt for days. Well, there is finally another solution that combines the two. Meet the ViBAN. It’s easy to put reading glasses on underneath while still blocking the view of the exterior of the plane. It doesn’t leave bruises against the side of your head, either.
- Hank G.

Get your ViBAN! It provides a perfect view of the instrument panel while completely blocking the forward and side views. It is inconspicuous and folds into a sunglass size case.
- PLANE & PILOT Magazine

Thanks for making a great product. I'm a pilot and after seeing your product drove an hour away the very next day to get my very own set. Many thanks!
- Jim B.

The most versatile hood we've found. Not only is the ViBAN hood the most comfortable view-limiting device we've worn but it's lightweight and easy to use. ViBAN fits under all types of headgear and is portable. Fold it up for easy storage in your flight bag.
- AVSHOP Pilot Store

ViBAN has been a staple at our flight academy for some time. We like them because they are simple yet effective.
- Danien R., Training Manager, International Aviation Academy, New Zealand

I've used quite a few hoods and the ViBAN is by far my favorite. It comes with an unobtrusive nose rest and easily slides on and off without having to remove your headset.
- Matthew W.

For me, Foggles are too tight to wear comfortably and they are hot in the summer. Traditional hoods were too bulky and didn't fit well with a headset. Then I saw ViBAN in an issue of Plane & Pilot and bought one to try it. I love it. Lightweight, comfortable, and easy to take off and on under a headset.
- Sloan E.

Buy this view limiting device and it will change your world! My flight instructor showed me this when I was working on my private when I was still trying to simply track to a VOR. I knew that I wanted this pair when I started work on my instrument rating and to eventually use with my students. It is comfortable, fits easily in a flight bag and they are extremely durable. Most importantly it restricts your view, when looking forward all you can see is the instrument panel.
- Taylor R.

ViBAN provides a clear view of the instrument panel while its vision occluding frame helps restrict vision on the sides better than other hoods and effectively limits the view out the window.
- FLYING MAGAZINE

We found ViBAN to be lightweight and comfortable and it stayed firmly in place.
- AOPA FLIGHT TRAINING Magazine

ViBAN provides a clear view of the instrument panel while its vision-occluding frame helps restrict vision on the sides better than other hoods and effectively limits the view out the window.
- FLYING Magazine