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1. Why buy a portable oxygen system?
Increase pilot safety
Hypoxia is a far more common problem than most
pilots admit, and is not limited to pilots of turbocharged or high performance aircraft. Many pilots need oxygen below the 12,500 feet specified in the FARs. Carrying a portable oxygen system is the only way to protect against the serious and difficult to detect symptoms of hypoxia.
Increase passenger comfort
Do you or your passengers always arrive tired or with a headache? It’s probably because of mild hypoxia. Spending three hours at 10,000 feet is often enough to cause discomfort. And on average, women need oxygen 2,000 feet lower than men. An oxygen system can help you and your passengers arrive comfortably.
Increase your airplane’s utility
When 12,500 is no longer a barrier, you can truly make the most of your high performance airplane. You’ll be able to out-climb turbulence or weather, make use of favorable tailwinds, and even enjoy the lighter traffic between 10,000 and 20,000 feet.
2. Why choose SkyOx Portable Oxygen Systems?
Value
SkyOx offers complete, advanced systems, with all the features you need for safe, comfortable high altitude flight. And best of all, these systems are available from Sporty’s at excellent prices.
Oxymizer® cannula, with low profile pendant
The breakthrough Oxymizer conserving cannula is the comfortable and efficient way to use oxygen up to 18,000 feet. It nearly triples the duration from each bottle, storing oxygen in the pendant reservoir, so you only get oxygen when you need it. This is not the “mustache type” cannula found on other systems. Eating, drinking and talking with passengers are easy.
Easy to Use
While SkyOx systems feature advanced features and quality construction, there are no confusing electronic controls, no batteries to replace, and no multi-port valves. Just plug in, set your altitude and sit back.
Large variety of sizes and construction
No matter what your needs are for an oxygen system (be it backup or everyday use), we have a size and configuration to match, in both steel and aluminum cylinders.
Made in the USA for over 30 years
All of our oxygen systems are proudly made in the USA, guaranteeing exceptional quality and lasting value.
Padded Carrying Bag included free!
Each SkyOx system includes a custom carrying bag. A $65 value—free!
Note - If you would like a filled system, please contact Sporty's Customer Service at 1.513.735.9000 for more details and pricing.
Specifications - Capacity/Size/Weight/Duration
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6 Cubic Feet Aluminum Cylinder
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| 2-Place Mask Oxygen System (2 masks) |
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9 Cubic Feet Aluminum Cylinder |
| 2-Place Cannula Oxygen System (2 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 2-Place Mask Oxygen System (2 masks) |
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15 Cubic Feet Aluminum Cylinder |
| 2-Place Cannula Oxygen System (2 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 2-Place Mask Oxygen System (2 masks) |
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| 4-place Cannula Oxygen System (4 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 4-Place Mask Oxygen System (4 masks) |
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20 Cubic Feet Steel Cylinder |
| 2-Place Cannula Oxygen System (2 nasal cannulas & 1 mask) |
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| 2-Place Mask Oxygen System (2 masks)
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| 4-Place Cannula Oxygen System (4 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 4-Place Mask Oxygen System (4 masks) |
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24 Cubic Feet Aluminum Cylinder |
| 2-Place Cannula Oxygen System (2 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 2-place Mask Oxygen System (2 Masks) |
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| 4-Place Cannula Oxygen System (4 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 4-Place Mask Oxygen System (4 masks) |
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40 Cubic Feet Steel Cylinder |
| 2-Place Cannula Oxygen System (2 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 2-Place Mask Oxygen System (2 masks) |
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| 4-Place Cannula Oxygen System (4 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 4-Place Mask Oxygen System (4 masks) |
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50 Cubic Feet Steel Cylinder |
| 2-Place Cannula Oxygen System (2 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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| 2-Place Mask Oxygen System (2 masks) |
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| 4-Place Cannula Oxygen System (4 nasal cannulas, 1 mask) |
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 | Headset Cannula and Hose
This new cannula mounts to virtually any headset and eliminates the wrap-around feel of traditional cannulas with their tubing. Simple to install and compatible with fittings, flow indicators and hoses from other SkyOx systems. Adjustable like a headset boom mic.
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Quick Disconnect Fitting (for Sky Ox systems only)
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 | Flow Indicator
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| Latex Hose (4 feet))
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 | Check Mate Pulse Oximeter
Instead of guessing whether you need supplemental oxygen, a pulse oximeter can tell you exactly what your blood oxygen saturation is as a percentage. Totally self-contained and non-invasive, it shines a red light through your finger, and a sensor detects how much light is absorbed.
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Accessories
| Mask & Hose Assembly |
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| Cannula & Hose Assembly |
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| Deluxe Mask with Microphone (w/o hose) |
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Dangers of Hypoxia
(Oxygen Deficiency)
- Decreased night vision beginning as low as
5,000 ft. above sea level.
- At 10,000 ft., forced concentration,
fatigue, headache.
- At 12,000 ft. & above, deterioration of
alertness and mental efficiency.
- At 14,000 ft., forgetfulness, incompetence,
indifference, distinct impairment of
mathematical and reasoning capabilities
make flying hazardous.
- At 17,000 ft., serious handicap and
collapse may occur.
- At 22,000 ft., pilots have less than 5
minutes of useful consciousness
without oxygen.
- Smokers will experience these symptoms
3,000 - 4,000 ft. lower.
Do I Really Need Oxygen?
Medical professionals advise that pilots use oxygen below 94% blood oxygen saturation and that passengers use supplemental oxygen below 90%. During a recent trip in an unpressurized airplane-3 hours at 11,000 feet-our test pilot was shocked to find his blood oxygen saturation was 85%! He has since carried oxygen on every trip.
We encourage you to try the FlightStat and see if you need one of our oxygen systems-we think you'll be surprised at the results.
click here to read Sporty's "Think O2" article
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