Designed for students, new pilots, and value-conscious experienced fliers, the Echelon 100 offers comfort, top quality communication for safety, excellent hearing protection, and value. This lightweight (14.2 oz/403 g) headset offers passive noise reduction of 21 dB for hearing protection and a quieter cockpit. Volume control and high performance amplified noise cancelling electret mic add even more flexibility for safe, clear, communications. Comfort features include a low profile headband for even weight distribution, three position tension adjustment for custom fit and lightweight foam ear cushions. Headband also features stainless steel at the stress points for durability.