All pilots must practice instrument procedures as part of their training curriculum, from private pilots to those working towards an instrument rating. This is usually accomplished by wearing a view-limiting device to restrict the pilot’s vision to the instrument panel, which prevents the pilot from looking outside the cockpit for a visual reference to his or her attitude and location.
A lightweight plastic hood that does the job inexpensively, Jiffyhood stows rolled up in a flight case, or even in your pocket. Has an adjustable elastic headband for comfortable fit.