# Aircraft-Inspired Timepieces The G-Shock G-Aviation Watch Goes Eco and High-Tech By Matt Ho | Published 2011-03-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-shock-g-aviation References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/03/casiog-shock-g-aviation-gw3500b-1a-watch/) & [gshock](http://www.gshock.com/news/75E48476-947E-4D32-98F4-AE0FBECA0A90) The G-Shock G-Aviation timepiece is the to come from the well-known watch manufacturer. The company promises that the combination of style and functionality is worth the price. In terms of specs, the watch is compatible with six transmission stations worldwide due to its built-in multi-band 6 radio-control system. The needles on the G-Aviation can adjust itself should it be displaced by shock or magnetic force. The best part about the timepiece is that it’s [solar-powered](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-mtgb4000), which means it’s to likely last a long time before a replacement is required. As for the design of the G-Shock G-Aviation, it has the standard G-Shock interface look but with a [cockpit-inspired display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gav01) and a bulging case that protects the screen from scratches. The watch is black and highlighted with yellow accents for a more vibrant look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aircraft-inspired Timepieces:** The aviation-inspired aesthetic presents opportunities for high-tech functionality in watches. - **Eco-friendly Timepieces:** The development of solar-powered watches offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the watch industry. - **Shock-resistant Watches:** Shock-resistant watches with built-in multi-band radio control systems create opportunities for functional innovation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watchmaking Industry:** The watchmaking industry can utilize the aviation and high-tech aesthetics to create innovative timepieces. - **Renewable Energy Industry:** The development of solar-powered watches presents an opportunity for the renewable energy industry to expand into the watchmaking industry. - **Electronics Industry:** The integration of multi-band radio control systems in watches presents an opportunity for the electronics industry to expand into the watchmaking industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Durable Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-models.md) - [Recycled Resin Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-g5600bg1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Ruggest Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g5600bg5.md) - [Alien-Like Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gav01-series.md) - [Metallic All-Analog Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gsteel-gstb1000.md) - [Rugged Fashion-Forward Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gsteel-gbm2100-series.md) - [Sustainable Durable Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordura-eco-fabric.md) - [Durable Luxury Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-luxury-watches-the-new-full-metal-gshock-models-are-rugged-but-eleg.md) - [Retro Calculator-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gw6900nasa241.md)