OUR AERO AVIATION TECHNOLOGY™ COLLECTION
The first sunglasses with lens technology developed exclusively for pilots and aviation enthusiasts.
Pilots face a unique challenge when it comes to protecting their eyes in the sky.
If sunglass lenses don't filter enough light, you're left with severe eye fatigue at the end of your flight. Choose another pair that perfectly filters the intensity of the sun's rays above 10,000 feet, and it becomes difficult to see your cockpit controls or land in low-light conditions.
While many optical brands claim their sunglass lenses address the issues pilots face in the cockpit, they haven't been developed to meet your specific needs. But this is where Art-Craft sets itself apart from our competitors ...
As the premier supplier of cockpit-approved sunglass frames for every branch of the U.S. and NATO-aligned military for more than 80 years, Art-Craft knows the pain and frustration you experience every day. That's why we've partnered with a global leader in optical lenses and visual technology to develop lenses for exclusive use by pilots and aviation enthusiasts.
Art-Craft's Aviation collection offers you American-made sunglass frames with the same superior level of durability and precision manufacturing we've honed through our decades of work with the military — and cutting-edge proprietary lenses that deliver unmatched clarity, resolution, and visual comfort at any altitude.
The Art-Craft Aero Aviation Difference
Classic Military Style Meets Luxury Finishes
We've dug deep into our archives and selected our most enduring military frames to launch this edited collection of American-made Aero Aviation sunglasses for pilots.
On that foundation of timeless style and superior manufacturing, we've added an array of high-end details — from jewelry-quality plating to handmade Mazzucchelli acetate tips and elegant branded cases.
The First Sunglass Lenses Developed for the Cockpit
Every pair of Art-Craft Aero Aviation sunglasses is equipped with lens technology designed to improve visibility at high altitudes while providing the optimal definition, contrast, and color recognition needed to balance exterior and interior lighting environments.
We've also added in 100% UVA/UVB protection, HEV and blue light blocking up to 450 nm, and anti-reflective coating for improved vision — which means our proprietary lenses offer a level of durability, optical safety, and visual comfort available nowhere else on the market.
Learn more about our Aero Aviation lens technology.
Unmatched Performance, Unmatched Durability
To date, we've delivered more than 1.5 million frames to every branch of the U.S. and NATO-aligned military — with a 0% defect rate. And we bring that same dedication to military-grade precision to every Art-Craft Aero Aviation frame we make.
American Made Since 1918
Since opening the doors of our first headquarters in downtown Rochester, New York, we've been committed to supporting our local community.
As the oldest continuously operating eyewear manufacturer in the U.S., we look forward to another 100 years of delivering premium American-made eyewear.