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From: larson@sri-unix.UUCP
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Subject: Re: Headset inquiry - (nf)
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Date: Tue, 19-Jul-83 14:41:31 EDT
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Posted: Tue Jul 19 14:41:31 1983
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sri-unix!larson    Jul  9 23:17:00 1983

  I use Koss K-6 stereo headphones with an adaptor.  I used to use
the Pro-4AA's but the cord and the pads flaked out (I am still looking
for parts to fix them).  Under the headsets I wear earplugs (generally
wadded kleenex -- not nearly as good as EAR plugs, but with the headsets
they do the job).  The comment about noise being a fatigue factor is
very true.  After 5 hours of smooth VFR in the 172 I am relaxed and
calm with my ear protection, without it, I used to be nearly exhausted.
  The 172 has a button for transmit on the yoke, and I have used a
plantronics for a mike (with my normal headset).  I went back to the
standard mike.  I learned one thing relevant from my instrument instructor:
communications is less important than flying the plane.  Wait until you
have time to reach for the mike.  I will continue to think about flying
until I have time to think about talking instead of multiplex.
	Alan