Pilot Supplies for Every Phase of Flight

Navigation & Cockpit Supplies

Kneeboards & Cockpit Cases

A pilot kneeboard is one of the highest-value pilot supplies you can own. Strap it to your leg and your checklists, clearances, frequencies, and notes are right where you need them, with no fumbling in turbulence. The ASA VFR Kneeboard is a simple, proven aluminum board that every student pilot should have. Pilots flying with an iPad or tablet will want the Battleboard Kneeboard Tech Edition, the top-rated iPad kneeboard for EFB integration in the cockpit. For tri-fold organization with extra pockets and chart rings, the ASA Tri-Fold VFR Kneeboard is a step up. See how they compare: 10 Best Pilot Kneeboards →

Flight Computers & Plotters

The E6B flight computer is one of aviation's most enduring tools, and every student pilot still needs to master it for the FAA knowledge test and checkride. The ASA Premium Aluminum E6B is the durable, professional-grade version that will last a career. The ASA Paper E6B is a lightweight, budget-friendly starting point used widely in ground school. Browse all flight computers and plotters including electronic models and navigation plotters.

FAA Charts

Current FAA aeronautical charts are a legal requirement for VFR flight and one of the most frequently restocked pilot supplies in any flight bag. Sectional charts, terminal area charts, IFR en route low and high altitude charts, and approach plates are all available through Pilot Mall. Charts are updated on the standard FAA revision cycle, so you always get the most current edition.

iPad & Tablet Accessories

The modern cockpit runs on an EFB. Our iPad and tablet accessories collection covers mounts, cases, kneeboards, and power solutions specifically designed for cockpit use. Pair a quality tablet mount with a portable ADS-B receiver and your tablet becomes a full situational awareness system.

IFR Training Products

Instrument rating training requires view-limiting devices for simulated instrument conditions. The ASA Overcasters clip over your existing glasses and block outside visual references cleanly. Classic Foggles IFR Training Glasses are the standard standalone option. Both are accepted for logged instrument time under CFI supervision.

CO Detectors

Carbon monoxide is odorless and can incapacitate a crew without warning. An aviation CO detector is one of the lowest-cost, highest-value safety items you can add to any aircraft. The ASA Carbon Monoxide Detector is a simple spot-type card that changes color when CO is present, under $5 and effective. For a digital readout with audible alarm, the Sensorcon AV8 Inspector is the professional-grade option.

Pilot Essentials

Aircraft Checklists

Flying without a written aircraft checklist is flying without a safety net, and a current checklist is among the most essential pilot supplies required on every flight. Our pilot checklist collection covers 134+ aircraft-specific titles, from Cessna 172s and Piper Warriors to complex multi-engine and turbine types. Printed on durable laminated cardstock and organized to match standard cockpit flows, each checklist is designed to stay legible through years of cockpit use.

Pilot Logbooks

Your pilot logbook is your official FAA flight record. Every hour logged toward certificates and ratings lives here. Student and private pilots should start with the ASA Standard Pilot Logbook, trusted for over 30 years. Commercial pilots and instructors who log thousands of hours prefer the Jeppesen Professional Pilot Logbook for its hardbound construction and 10-year capacity.

Flashlights

A reliable aviation flashlight belongs in every preflight kit and flight bag. For hands-free night operations and instrument flying, the Seitz Mike Light 3 attaches directly to your headset microphone boom and uses NVIS-compatible green LEDs. The classic Mini MagLite 2AA is a compact, high-intensity backup that fits in any flight bag pocket.

Fuel Testers & Gauges

Checking fuel quality and quantity is a required preflight item, not optional. A proper aircraft fuel tester lets you drain and inspect each sump point quickly. The Daansen Multi-Function Fuel Tester adds a built-in screwdriver to the standard sump cup, so one tool handles multiple preflight tasks.

Pens & Writing Pads

Copying a clearance at cruise altitude is not the time to discover your pen has dried out. The Fisher Military Space Pen writes at any angle, in any temperature, and in zero gravity, which means it will absolutely write upside-down in your cockpit. Pair it with a Checkmate FlyWrite Cockpit Writing Pad or the ASA Flight Planner Pad for organized pre-flight notation. Both are pilot supplies that cost under $10 and earn their place on every flight. Browse all pens and writing pads.

Motion Sickness Relief

Student pilots and passengers in light aircraft commonly experience motion sickness, particularly during maneuver training. Carrying a motion sickness solution is good airmanship. The Sic-Sac Secure Seal Bag is a compact, single-use option that stows flat in any flight bag or seatback pocket.

Aircraft Supplies

Tie Downs, Chocks & Gust Locks

Properly securing your aircraft on the ground protects it from wind damage and is required at many airports. Our tie down and chock selection covers everything from standard rope sets to high-strength anchor systems like The Claw, which screws directly into the ground and holds in winds up to 70 mph without permanent installation.

Aircraft Manuals (POH)

The Pilot Operating Handbook is required to be on board every flight. Our aircraft manual collection covers popular training and GA aircraft types. If you need a POH for weight and balance, performance data, or systems review, browse by aircraft type.

Cleaning, Polishing, Seat Cushions & More

Keeping your aircraft clean and comfortable is part of ownership and professionalism. Browse aircraft cleaning and polishing supplies, seat cushions and covers, RAM Mounts for cockpit device mounting, and aircraft power accessories for charging tablets and running cockpit electronics.