# Slick Aviation Headsets Sennheiser S1 Digital Headphones Bring Style & Performance to Captains By Matt Ho | Published 2011-07-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-s1-digital-headphones References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2011/07/25/bmw-designworksusa-x-sennheiser-s1-digital-aviation-headphone-for-pilots/) & [press.bmwgroup](https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?outputChannelId=6&id=T0118453EN&left_menu_item=node__2367) Believe it or not, the [Sennheiser](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hdb-headphones) S1 Digital Headphones are not designed for gaming or music listening; instead, it's for pilots. [BMW Group](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-filament) and Sennheiser are collaborating with one another to bring a new series of [aviation headsets for pilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mmx-150-wireless) -- in fact, it's the first of its kind. The Sennheiser S1 Digital Headphones will bring both comfort and high-performance to the wearer. The headset features an "inner metal band made of spring steel that ensures a tailored fit on different head shapes and works with a lower contact pressure," according to BMW Group. There's even a glasses zone designed to comfortably accommodate sunglasses. Technical aspects include Bluetooth connectivity, NoiseGard for noise-cancellation and a mouthpiece. Not a bad item to fly with at all. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aviation Headsets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced aviation headsets that combine style, comfort, and high-performance for pilots. - **Collaborative Partnerships:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Form partnerships between automotive and audio companies to create innovative products for niche markets like aviation. - **Tailored Fit Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable headsets using spring steel and lower contact pressure to ensure a tailored fit on different head shapes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Aviation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced technology and comfort features into aviation products like headsets to enhance the flying experience. - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new markets and collaboration opportunities with audio companies to expand product offerings beyond traditional automotive solutions. - **Audio Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop specialized headset technology for specific industries, such as aviation, that offer improved performance and comfort. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless High-Res Audio Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hdb-headphones.md) - [Elegant Multi-Day Battery Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-accentum-headphones.md) - [Linear Acoustics Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hd-560s.md) - [Wire-Free Television Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-tv-headphones.md) - [Adaptive Best-in-Class Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-momentum-4-wireless.md) - [3D-Printed IEM Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ie-600.md) - [Hybrid ANC Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-accentum-plus.md) - [Custom-Designed Driver Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowers-wilkins-px7-s2.md) - [Open-Back Mixer Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hd-400-pro.md)