Mastering the Night Sky: ASU in AIN Online
We’re thrilled to announce that AINOnline recently featured our groundbreaking work in NVG training! The article, titled “Learning to Fly with Night Vision Goggles“, delves deep into the intricacies and importance of mastering nocturnal flight operations. Why NVG Training Matters Flying at night presents unique challenges. Limited visibility, discerning terrain, and navigating in low-light conditions […]
Celebrating 100 E3 NVGs Sold
We are proud to announce a significant milestone: the sale of our 100th E3 Night Vision Goggle (NVG). ASU extends its gratitude to those who were among the first 100 adopters of the E3 NVG, including U.S. Customs and Border Patrol, PJ Helicopters, Heli-Austria, HELI-FLIGHT JLR gGmbH, Delaware State Police, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services, […]
Norwegian Air Ambulance E3 Night Vision Goggles and Cockpit Modifications
Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Inc. announced an agreement with Skytec AS today from European Rotors. The agreement will deliver 14 new ASU E3 night vision goggles and five cockpit modifications for the Norwegian Air Ambulance. “We have been working with clients in Europe for years and hold EASA STCs for H145 and H135 aircraft operated by […]
The “Why” behind E3
This post describes the insights and concerns that spurred the creation of E3, our innovative lightweight night vision goggle. Limited ANVIS System Improvements: Over the last 40 years, the ANVIS system has seen minimal advancements, except for incremental improvements in image tube performance (e.g., FOM) and a transition from P43 Green to P45 White output […]
E3 Night Vision Goggle Passed FAA-TSO 164a
We are delighted to share that our originally designed E3 night vision goggle has successfully passed all environmental testing required for TSO 164a. Testing includes all of the following: Standard Operational Performance Requirements E3 night vision goggle meets and exceeds industry-standard operational performance requirements, ensuring you receive a product of the highest quality. Environmental Testing […]
Introducing Element 3 (E3) NVG
We’re thrilled to introduce the lightest night vision goggle for aviators. After years of development and feedback from the aviation community, we announce Element 3 (E3) Lightweight Night Vision Goggle. • 30% lighter than the current AN/AVS-9 (390 Grams) • P-45 white phosphor high performance image intensification technology • Intuitive diopter and objective adjustments improving […]