Sporty’s has created T-shirts inspired by three of its most popular catalog covers from the 1970s and 1980s.
These vintage t-shirts are modeled after classic catalog covers and offer a glimpse into the airplanes that remain as popular today as they were when they were first manufactured. Each catalog cover was originally hand-drawn by a Sporty’s artist. [Read more…]
General aviation icon Richard Collins has released his latest book, “Logbooks: Life in Aviation.” [Read more…]
New from Sporty’s is a Personal Weather Station.
The wireless Weather Station from Fody not only measures weather, but it reports and transmits the results in real-time via Bluetooth technology, Sporty’s officials note. [Read more…]
Sporty’s new Takeoff app, with a selection of aviation content that’s continually updated, includes video tips, blog posts, podcasts, photos, and aviation news — all with the goal to make flying safer and more fun. [Read more…]
Sporty’s has once again enhanced its Learn to Fly Course with dozens of additions. All-new HD video segments were added for nearly 20 learning topics ranging from taxi tips to steep turns, from runway safety to ground reference maneuvers. [Read more…]
Sporty’s has launched its new Breakdown Assistance Program for aircraft owners who need mechanical help away from home.
In cooperation with Mike Busch’s Savvy Aircraft Maintenance Management, Sporty’s Breakdown Assistance Program is a 24/7 partner for aircraft owners. With just one phone call to a toll-free hotline, an aircraft owner gains immediate access to Savvy’s team of A&P/IA mechanics. [Read more…]
Now available from Sporty’s are images of classic aircraft and vintage warbirds taken by renowned aviation photographer Tyson Rininger, printed in the United States on 24-gauge steel. [Read more…]
The Sporty’s Foundation made bequests totaling $152,500 during 2015, acting on its commitment to attract more pilots and aviation technicians to general aviation. [Read more…]
Hal Shevers, founder of Sporty’s, sent along this photo of Paul Puehler, a retired Delta Air Lines avionics professional and instructor for University of Cincinnati – Clermont Aviation Technology program, who is instructing students on jet engine operations. [Read more…]
Sporty’s has teamed with Prevailance Aerospace to offer flight training to general aviation pilots looking to hone their skills.
Two courses are offered, taught by former military aviators, to address leading causes of general aviation accidents while improving basic airmanship skills.
“These are TOPGUN pilots – graduates of the Navy Fighter Weapons School,” says Sporty’s Academy President Eric Radtke. [Read more…]
