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Sporty’s updates Learn to Fly Course

By General Aviation News Staff · February 17, 2015 ·

Sporty’s has released a new version of its Learn to Fly Course, with nearly four hours of new high-definition video content and animations added, along with improved features for the written test prep application.

SportysNew video content includes training in cross-country flight operations that focuses on airspace, chart interpretation, planning, and weather analysis that takes advantage of the latest products and technology available from the Aviation Weather Center and Lockheed Martin Flight Service, Sporty’s officials note.

Sportys2Real-world cross-country scenarios examine pilotage and dead reckoning while also incorporating GPS and modern iPad EFB applications.

There are also new tips and techniques for those transitioning to night flying.

SportysVideoonIpadSporty’s has also improved functionality within its written test prep application, which allows users to earn the written exam endorsement directly from the course. Test prep, included with the Learn to Fly Course, allows customized study sessions and simulated exams to be created with access to plain English explanations written by Sporty’s instructional team.

At each login, online and app users gain access to new content at no additional charge. Sporty’s is regularly updating and refining video content, adding graphics and enhancing test preparation. Users are guaranteed to pass their written, oral and flight tests, according to Sporty’s officials.

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The online Learn to Fly Course or Learn to Fly App is available for $199.

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