A person wearing Method Seven Pilot Ascent Aviator FLT18 sunglasses for pilots.

ASCENT SKY18

Pilot Sunglasses

$275.00

Description plus minus

The world leader in visual performance, SKY mineral glass lenses define the pinnacle of contrast and clarity. The SKY18™ has a medium VLT of 18%, making these sunglasses a perfect choice for mixed conditions.

Lens Technology

Method Seven’s lens technology delivers cutting-edge non-polarized glare reduction, allowing for clear, unrestricted vision without the drawbacks of polarized lenses. Using advanced notch filtering technology, Method Seven sets a new standard for optical performance and protection. Notch filtering allows for enhanced color accuracy, contrast, and clarity, providing a sharp and vibrant visual experience. Method Seven lenses provide complete UV protection and are designed to maintain clarity without distorting electronic displays or aircraft windows.

SKY Lens Technology plus minus

SKY lenses are Method Seven’s flagship pilot lenses, crafted from premium German glass with advanced notch filtering. These lenses incorporate eleven rare earth elements, including neodymium, molecularly bonded within a crystalline structure. Thirteen proprietary coatings block harmful UV rays and infrared heat, ensuring unparalleled color and clarity. For top-notch performance, nothing beats mineral glass for clarity and scratch resistance, and SKY lenses excel in light filtering tailored specifically for pilots' needs.

Crafted with precision across the globe: cast in Germany, polished in Italy, chemically hardened in China, thin-film coated, and set in titanium frames in Japan. Then, shipped to California for quality control before arriving at your hangar. The most complex and unique lens, exclusively for the complex conditions experienced by pilots.

18% Visible Light Transmission plus minus

Method Seven’s FLT18 lenses feature a Visible Light Transmission (VLT) of 18%, meaning they allow 18% of light to pass through the lens. This makes them perfect for most sky conditions, from overcast to clear of clouds. This versatile VLT is ideal for a broad range of pilots and aircraft, providing excellent performance in various weather conditions. With a VLT similar to the level recommended by the FAA, these lenses ensure optimal light management without sacrificing clarity or color accuracy, offering pilots superior adaptability and reliable performance across diverse flying environments.

Frame Technology

Designed for flexibility, durability, and longevity, Method Seven Pilot eyewear won't break your headset seal, ensuring you never miss a radio call. Timeless style meets endless comfort, without interruption. Developed and tested with real pilots across various professional and general aviation aircraft and cockpit configurations.

The Ascent plus minus

The classic aviator—elevated. The Ascent is crafted from aerospace-grade titanium, offering unmatched strength-to-weight ratio and durability. Bayonet temples taper down to less than 1.00 mm, ensuring comfort and compatibility with headsets and flight helmets when properly fitted. This lightweight aviator is designed to minimize audio interruptions and never impede the use of oxygen equipment.

Titanium Frame Technology plus minus

Our titanium frames are hand-tooled by expert craftsmen, ensuring durability for everyday use and flexibility to conform to your head's shape. Titanium is naturally hypoallergenic and resistant to corrosion, making these frames a great investment in essential flight gear that will last for years to come.

Method Seven Pilot

Method Seven scientifically develops eyewear in-house and rigorously tests it in the field. Our mission is to unlock the full potential of the greatest flight instrument of all: the human eye. We are committed to enhancing vision, providing unmatched clarity, and ensuring superior protection for all pilots.

Eric Tucker

Method Seven is all I wear when soul surfing the skies.

Airshow pilot Eric Tucker holds single-engine commercial, multiengine ATP, CFI, and glider and floatplane ratings, with over 6,000 hours logged. Coming from a long line of aviators, including his father who is an airshow pilot and crop duster, Tucker had his first airplane ride before he was born. Today, he wows crowds by landing a Piper J-3 Cub on top of an ambulance speeding down the runway at 55 mph.

Overall rating: 4.7619047 / 5 from 21 reviews.

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Awesome Pilot Shades!

"I love these glasses for flying. The case is sturdy and built for the rigors of everyday travel. I love the look of glasses. I can see the screens in the airplane very clearly with non polarized lenses."

James E. (5/5)

Great

"Very clear and easy to wear."

David M. (5/5)

Thanks

"I love those glasses"

franck v. (5/5)

Most agreeable eyewear.

"TheSky18 is the easiest on my eyes. I love them."

Greg M. (5/5)

These are amazing!!!

"These are excellent glasses! They look great, they're very well made with quality materials. They feel solid and snug on my face. I love that they're not big like other aviator glasses out there. I can't recommend them highly enough!"

Dan H. (5/5)

Great Buy

"Incredibly comfortable and the quality is top notch. I can’t get over just how clear the lenses are. I’m very happy with my purchase."

Nicholas H. (5/5)

Great glasses!

"Great! But kinda now wished got the wrap around. But great!!"

Rick G. (5/5)

Great out of the gate

"I brought my other brand glasses with me for comparison and I was better able to spot traffic with my Ascent Aviator SKY18s. Would high recommend!"

Neil G. (5/5)

Fit was difficult for me

"Hello All, Theses glasses definitely work the way they were advertised to work. I definitely found it much easier to read my LCD screen letters, numbers and graphics while still maintaining good shade from the outside sun. That said, my issue with these glasses had to do with the fit. The Sky 18 have a glass lenses which certainly lends a feel of quality to the glasses. However, the tradeoff is in weight. I found that no matter how I tried to adjust the nose piece, the glasses would tend to fall forward and slip down my nose. I felt too often that I needed to adjust the glasses by pushing them back up. In addition, the weight contributed to some discomfort on the bridge of my nose, which resulted in me returning the glasses. I opted for another model with polycarbonate lenses, which are much lighter and more comfortable. I feel like the glass option is more premium, but in the ended decided usability was most important."

Rick S. (4/5)

Excellent!

"Well constructed and unbelievable clarity. Can finally read the HUD. Would be nice to have a version with larger lenses to fit some face shapes."

David G. (5/5)

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