Nice quality shoe. I like
"Nice quality shoe. I like the features on soles for flying. I found, though, I would have to loosen the laces after a couple hours of flying. I will be swapping out the laces for elastic ones to see if that helps."
Air Boss - Ultraknit
AV-FWABU-BK-9
$139.00
The Air Boss Ultraknit is one in our line of sport-style shoes made specifically for pilots. Featuring our patent pending engineered heel slider and a dual density EVA midsole for the perfect combination in any cockpit.
Features:
- Flight System™ Engineered Heel Sliders (Patent Pending)
- Lightweight and comfortable to walk around in, Ultraknit shoes wrap your feet in a form-fitting mesh fabric.
- Response Core™ dual density EVA midsole is durable and lightweight.
- G-Traction™ bi-lateral Grip System designed to directly interface aircraft rudder pedals
- Ortholite® performance insoles are cushioned, highly breathable, and anti-microbial
- Oil Resistant, Slip Resistant, and Heat Resistant performance outsole
- Highly cushioned sole provides comfort in the heel and increased flex in the toe
Note: This shoe runs true to size with a D Width.
Lightweight. Breathable. Comfortable
The Ultraknit upper wraps the foot in a lightweight, form-fitting mesh that delivers enhanced breathability and long-lasting comfort in and out of the cockpit.
Superior Rudder Control
Out pilot shoes feature a unique, patent pending Rudder Control Heel Slider. The injection-molded, frictionless cleat glides effortlessly along the floorboards, providing smooth, precise movement for enhanced rudder control.
All-day cushioning
OrthoLite® performance insoles give you all-day cushioning that holds its shape. The open-cell foam compresses less than 5% over the life of the shoe, so the fit and comfort you feel on day one carry through every flight. That same open-cell structure lets air circulate and pulls moisture away from the foot. An antimicrobial treatment is built into the foam to resist odor-causing microbes.
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 10 reviews.
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"Amazing product! Performance is as stated on the labels. I have less fatigue when handling precise foot work on rudders or especially antitorque pedals. Also for the heat, these breath very well & the grip on these shoes hasn’t failed me yet. P.S. I like the American Flag touch on the straps. Happy 4th of July, & 250years of USA!"
I love these shoes have
"I love these shoes have several pairs over the years my only issue is the top lace hole pulls out"
Great shoe and very comfortable
"Wore these shoes now a couple of times in flight and very comfortable and easy use on rudder pedals. Also love the design, very clean look. Highly recommend this product if you're looking for the right shoe for flight!"
Very good quality and pleased
"Very good quality and pleased with my purchase !"
Practical
"Flew with the shoes yesterday. Needless to say, the most practical flying shoes I have ever worn! I don't know how many pairs of shoes I have gone through just to find this one. One thing I do hope they incorporate in the future is wide width. I got the regular and although it works, I can't tighten the shoelaces completely, because I have rather wide feet. Other than that, I will still wear them simply for the practicality."
Excellent quality, they just don’t
"Excellent quality, they just don’t fit."
2nd pair. Finally wore out
"2nd pair. Finally wore out the first pair after many aerobatic flights"
comfortable, apparently well-made, still getting
"comfortable, apparently well-made, still getting used to slippery heel which also "clip-clops" on hard surfaces"
Good purchase
"Love the shoes, my feet are on the wider side but these fit fine. They look great, are breathable and have pretty good arch support. The ONLY thing I really don’t like about them is they are noisy walking on any type of hard floor. Sounds like I’ve strapped wood blocks to my feet."