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Hate shipping charges?

By Janice Wood · August 24, 2011 ·

Sporty’s has unveiled its Free and Fast Shipping Club, where pilots can pay an annual membership of $49, which covers shipping costs for a year.

“If you’re an active pilot, it only takes a few orders for you to recoup your investment,” says Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “Free shipping applies to any product ranging from a single chart to a Bose headset. And whether the package is going to you or to another address to a friend as a gift, free shipping applies.”

Membership brings other rewards as well, he said. You will receive guaranteed same-day shipping for orders that are in stock if the order is received by 5 p.m. Eastern Time, and your merchandise will be shipped via two-day express delivery.

Sporty’s Free and Fast Shipping Club will also be alerted to exclusive email offers and take part in fun contests and events.

“You’ll still get Sporty’s time-honored great service if you don’t join. And you’ll still be entered to win our Sweepstakes Skycatcher,” says Zimmerman. “But if you want to order anytime you need the smallest item, this club is a real convenience.”

For more information: Sportys.com or 800-SPORTYS

About Janice Wood

Janice Wood is editor of General Aviation News.

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