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Lift Merlin Fire‑Resistant Aviation Footwear – Pilot Shoe with Carbon Midsole
Short Description: Professional-grade pilot shoes engineered with a carbon fiber midsole, heel slider, and fire-resistant liner for optimized rudder control and cockpit mobility.
Flight System™ engineered heel slider offers smooth, low-friction movement over floorboards
G-Traction™ outsole grips rudder pedals and resists oil, heat, and abrasion
Fire-resistant Carbon X® liner and Nomex® laces (fire-resistant for cockpit safety)
Premium leather upper with perforated Clarino™ liner for breathability
The **Merlin Fire‑Resistant MD** model is Lift’s flagship aviation shoe designed specifically for cockpit environments. With a patented heel slider and rigid carbon arch support, the footwear provides pilot-focused traction and precise rudder control. The fire-resistant Carbon X® liner and Nomex® laces meet aviation-grade safety standards. Whether performing in a flight deck or on the ramp, the high-heat, oil- and slip-resistant outsole delivers stability under demanding conditions.
Key Features:
Flight System™ heel slider
Response Core™ carbon fiber midsole
G-Traction™ high-heat, slip-resistant outsole
Fire-resistant liner and laces
Breathable leather with perforated Clarino™ interior
Pilots HQ had the best price on the pump needed to replace the one on my plane that was failing. It actually shipped ahead of schedule, arrived quickly to my IA who was ale to install it and get me back in the air in a timely manner. Great service and price.
I stopped in looking for some very specific AN bolts. The ladies up front went way out of their way to help me find the bolts I needed. Got my annual done that weekend thanks to Pilot HQ.
