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Pilot USA PA-80D/Digital Audio Recorder Adapter for David Clark Headsets
Record cockpit intercom and ATC audio directly to your digital recorder using the Pilot USA PA-80D/Digital adapter for David Clark 10-pin panel-powered headsets. Simple, reliable, and built for flight use.
Captures clear intercom and ATC audio to external digital recorders
Designed for David Clark 10-pin panel-powered headsets (no battery)
Passive design draws power from headset panel — no extra wiring
Compact, lightweight adapter built for cockpit durability
Plug-and-play setup — ideal for CFIs, students, and content creators
Perfect for flight review, training debriefs, and synchronized video/audio
The Pilot USA PA-80D/Digital Audio Recorder Adapter is engineered to provide dependable, high-quality capture of cockpit communications from David Clark 10-pin panel-powered headsets into stand-alone digital recorders. Its passive circuitry uses the headset’s panel power, eliminating the need for onboard batteries and reducing cockpit clutter. The adapter installs inline between the headset and recorder with simple plug-and-play operation, preserving headset comfort and full intercom functionality while routing both intercom and ATC channels to your recorder. Built with aviation-grade components and a compact footprint, the PA-80D/Digital is ideal for flight instructors, students, and aviators who require accurate, time-synchronized audio for post-flight analysis, training, or content production.
Specification
Detail
Model
PA-80D/Digital
Weight
Approx. 3.6 oz (≈102 g)
Power Source
Panel-powered headset (no internal battery)
Input Connector
David Clark 10-pin (panel power)
Output Connector
Digital recorder input (3.5 mm TRS/TRRS or recorder cable as required)
Compatibility
David Clark 10-pin panel-powered headsets
Operation
Passive plug-and-play — no configuration required
Use Case
Record intercom & ATC audio for training, debriefs, and synchronized video
Best priced around great and speedy service!
Also is the better of the 2 options since it is rated at 5,000 psi, not that I go to that high of pressure but I like the safety and security knowing that my chances of it blowing up in my face are a whole lot better and I can also purchase replacement seals for them at the same shop!!!
I bought the DC PTT because I know and trust the DC quality/durability to hold up to using every day. And so far it’s the best PTT I’ve used. I have a couple other no-name PTTs and the cable sheathing is crumbling and falling off. The DC PTT has worked even in sub zero cabin temp conditions when I didn’t have a functioning heater. I bought two to have a spare but the first one has been working great for 300hrs so far.
