Choose the Shading Level That Fits Your Flying Style
Both shading levels block 99.9% of harmful UVA/UVB rays and are designed to maintain the outside visibility needed for flight. The main difference is how much light, heat, and glare each shading level reduces.
How Your Shading Level Selection Works
Your shading level selection applies to eligible windshield, skylight, cabin, or rear window shades, depending on the aircraft and package selected. Pilot/Copilot Side Shades are always produced in High Visibility to help maintain visual detail for traffic awareness and safe operation.
High Visibility
- Light bronze finish (subtle, non-reflective exterior)
- Provides the greatest outside visibility for traffic scanning and viewing surroundings in flight
- Reduces glare while maintaining a brighter cockpit
- Ideal for lower-light conditions and pilots who prefer lighter shading
High Performance
- Dark blue finish (mirrored exterior)
- Maximum heat and glare reduction for high-sun conditions
- Darker shading for stronger light reduction
- Pilot/Copilot Side Shades remain High Visibility
| Metric | High Visibility | High Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Glare Reduction | 70% | 80%+ |
| Infrared Heat Reduction | 82% | 94% |
| Solar Heat Reduction | 61% | 84% |
| Light Reduction | 73% | 96.5% |
| UV Protection | 99.9% | 99.9% |
Choose High Visibility if: You want strong sun protection with the lightest shading and the least change to your outside view.
Choose High Performance if: You want the darkest shading with the strongest reduction in heat and glare.