Posted for "Rienk Ayers" <rienk.ayers@sreyaaviation.com>:

 Steve,
 You're better off getting a FLIR camera, such as what is available at
 www.foresight-flir.com ; it lets you see at night, through smoke and
 fog, and still lets you see all your instruments properly (even has its
 own battery backup in case you lose all power). If you want the ultimate
 in night time safety features, this is it. Though this is the one we are
 working with, there are others as well.
 RA

"""
 What do you guys think about night vision goggles for added safety
 factor for single engine night flying.  I'm talking about for the
 unfortunate event of engine failure, not tooling around wearing them
 ;).  The prices on them have been reduced over the years, and it
 would be cheaper than buying a twin.  Any thoughts?
 
 Steve Reeves
 Glasair 1FT 38SR
"""