IHMC Haptic Gloves have been designed with aviators in mind. Aviation requires operators to interface with both analogue and digital tools at extreme altitudes. Current gloves issued to pilots offer good thermal protection but are often removed because they impede aviators' ability to operate aircraft. In the event of a punch-out, operators who have removed their gloves run significant risk of permanent hand injury.

Unlike standard issue gloves IHMC Haptic gloves provide thermal protection without impeding operational capability in the context of aviation. 

Gloves act as a barrier between an operators' hands and hazardous materials. However, most gloves also prevent operators from efficiently performing their jobs and are often removed. IHMC Haptic Glove technology enables operators to perform their duties as normal without potentially exposing themselves to hazardous materials. 

In cold weather emergency medical contexts, health care professionals are often forced to remove their cold weather gloves to save lives. IHMC Haptic Gloves allow medical professionals to protect themselves from the elements while maintaining the ability to perform fine motor tasks such as suturing.