FARO Low to High Impedance Adapter (Aviation Headset Converter) General Aviation (GA) and Military Headset Adapter

Well it was buy one of these honies or a whole new headset when I switched from rotor to fixed wing flying and I really have no complaints. It does add some length to the cord which really isn't a problem while sitting in the cockpit, but other than that it works exactly as advertised. In one aircraft the intercom was touchy about picking up my voice, but that was the only one out of seven that had any trouble.

*****Update******* I have since bought another adapter to use for my Bose headset that I received from the military to use in my Cessna and it works perfectly! So I have now used these adapters for the David Clarks and the Bose with great results.I have good quality in transmitting and receiving and no issues or static. I would highly recommend this adapter to anyone who finds a need! This allow me to use my David Clarks that I had in the military to be used in my Cessna! I can hear clearly and able to transmit as well. There are no issues with static or problems with transmitting to others. Very pleased that I can use my headset from the military in my plane. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to do the same!

Did not work. The headphones worked but the mic didn't work

This adapter does nothing to change the impedance of the circuits. I found that the headsets with ANR boxes USUALLY work, but sometimes not, and it depends on the aircraft. Hardwired headsets like the traditional David Clark or Astrocom haven't worked for me at all on the three different C172s that I have tried to use them with. I purchased one of these to go with my Fightcom ANR headset that was issued when I worked on KC-135s. Yes I didn't want to have to purchase another headset for GA lessons on Cessnas. For over $70 this little thing is WAY overpriced. Like I said, it just connects the circuits and does nothing to change the impedance.It is assembled well though. The ends are solid and appear to be made with quality parts. You will have to keep an eye on the headset plug end though, because the stubby headset plug likes to pop out with the slightest pull. The female end of this adapter doesn't hold it in securely like you would see with other female receptacles. Tape.Like I said, it also depends on the avionics package of the aircraft and how it "likes" the circuit once your headset is plugged in. With one C172 aircraft, the adapter worked fine with my ANR headset but I had to turn the mic sensitivity all the way up. One of the G1000 aircraft wouldn't accept it at all.Summary: if you have an expensive, issued ANR headset that you want to use, then roll the dice and see if this adapter will work for you. If you have a general set of DCs that you want to use, just because, then I would recommend just spending the extra $40 for a nice new headset or purchasing a used one for the price. I wish I would have done that in the first place and saved myself some headache.

I love it. I am a KC-135 driver and have the standard Bose headset but wanted something to use when flying GA in a C-172. I have used them for about 3 flights so far. I love the adapter. The only downfall I would say is that the connection from my military bose headset to the FARO adapter is a little loose. It seems that the FARO adapter is probably a few micrometers too big.

Works great, exactly as advertised. Tested with a military Bose headset for the KC135, and worked flawlessly in a Cessna 172. Not much else to say!Update: Still working great 18 months later, and changed headsets from the old Bose Aviation X headset to a new Bose A30 headset, with the same results.KC-135 to C172, 1980's model.

I am an airline pilot and bought this for my old military headset so I could use it as a spare. Good construction, seems durable. But there is a audible sidetone or whine in some of the planes I fly when the "hot mic" is on. Generally I just turn the "hot mic" off anyway and it works fun. It is not super noticeable but if you are on a long trip with an uptight dude or dudes, they might complain.

Exactly what you need. Fits Cessna 172 ports and Flight Comm noise canceling headset. Perfect if you have a military headset and want to utilize it in general fixed wing aircraft