Flying Eyes Optics

Flying Eyes Optics

Company type	Privately held company
Industry	Fashion, manufacturing, aviation
Founder	Dean Siracusa, CEO
Headquarters	Austin, Texas [1] , U.S.
Products	Sunglasses, eyewear, apparel
Owner	Summer Hawk Optics, Inc.
Website	flyingeyesoptics.com

Flying Eyes Optics (Flying Eyes) is an American eyewear manufacturer based in Austin, Texas. ^[1] Founded in Buda, Texas in 2013, the company is recognized for its eyewear designed for pilots, motorcyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts.

History

Flying Eyes Optics was founded by pilot and travel enthusiast Dean Siracusa to create eyewear compatible with helmets and headsets and uses a patented microthin temple technology. ^[2] The company attributes the need for renewed sunglass compatibility due to the innovation of clamping springs in headsets, ^[3] causing discomfort when used with traditional sunglasses.

Innovations

In 2018, the company certified two frames, the Golden Eagle Sport and the Hawk Convertible, to meet ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2015 safety standards to be used by first responders. ^[4]

In 2021, the company introduced prescription-compatible eyeglasses using their patented polymer-based material called Resilamide with 1mm temples. ^[5]

Community Engagement

Flying Eyes participates in aviation-related events such as the National STOL Series. ^[6]

References

1. "Flying Eyes Golden Eagle Sport Sunglasses Review". webikeworld.com. 2017-11-29. Retrieved 2025-02-01.
2. Anglisano, Larry (2025-01-29). "Flying Eyes Glasses: Versatile, Flexible". avweb.com. AVWeb. Retrieved 2025-02-02.
3. "About Us". Flying Eyes Optics. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
4. "Flying Eyes Improves Eyewear for First Responders". firehouse.com. Firehouse. 2018-10-21. Retrieved 2025-01-31.
5. "New Gear: Flying Eyes Optics' Prescription-Compatible Eyeglasses". Rider Magazine. 2021-12-01. Retrieved 2025-02-01.
6. "Swamp Stol, Jennings LA R37". National Stol. 2023-03-18. Retrieved 2025-02-02.