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Holiday Gift Guide
by Sean Fulton
 TWIN TASK XENON/ LED FLASHLIGHT
Do the Mini Mag one better with this clever hand-held flash light that combines a super-intense Xenon bulb with three power-saving LED lights for a dual-purpose light that is ideal for every aviation use. The Xenon bulb provides a high-intensity beam, while the LED lights cast a more subtle glow that can last for up to 80 hours. An anodized aluminum body with O-ring seals ensures this light won't break when you need it most. Attractively priced at just under $30. Available from avshop.com.
B17 CLOCKS
Two time-pieces designed to commemorate the famous B-17 that ruled the skies during World War II. The wall clock features facts about the airplane, while the alarm clock wakes you up with turning propellers, glowing headlines and realistic airplane sounds. Priced at $77 for the alarm clock, or just $30 for the wall clock, from eaa.org.
ZULUBOARD NEXT-GENERATION KNEEBOARD
This nylon-covered remake of an old standard offers several clever features that make it a must-have in any cockpit. Pockets in the nylon cover accommodate charts, an E6B and even a Mini Mag flashlight. The board also has a unique Velcro fastener that allows you to re-position it for a comfortable writing angle for both left- and right-handed users. Economically priced at about $30 from zuluboard.com.
SPEAKING OF FLYING
Speaking of Flying is your ticket to adventure, featuring the funny, and inspiring stories of 44 of America's most celebrated pilots. Topics range from barnstorming in the U.S., flying aerial combat missions in World War II and Vietnam, test piloting new aircraft to visiting historically significant aviation sites. This 448-page volume from the Aviation Speaker's Bureau is from pilotmart.net for $19.95.
SEAPLANE OPERATIONS
If our story on seaplane flying has wet your aviator's proverbial whistle, then this book will make the perfect gift. Seaplane Operations is a comprehensive text on basic and advanced techniques for floatplanes, amphibians and flying boats from around the world. Written by Dale DeRemer and Cesare Baj, this volume features museum-quality photographs and illustrations throughout. Priced at $34.95, from asa2fly.com.
 PELICAN L1 LED WITH HELMET ATTACHMENT KIT
The Pelican L1 flashlight is a close-quarter flashlight designed be mounted on your headset. This light uses LED technology to provide extended battery and lamp life over traditional incandescent flashlights. The kit includes the L1 flashlight and all accessories needed to mount it on your headset. It also includes both a green and red lens and a lanyard cord. Priced at about $35 from pilotmall.com.
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