Sporty’s free webinar series continues into fall and winter with a mix of topics designed to help pilots stay informed, proficient, and safe.
Each interactive session is led by an experienced flight instructor or industry expert and includes a live Q&A session, according to company officials.
Upcoming live webinars include:
- Getting the Most from Your Home Simulator, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, 8 p.m. Eastern: Ryan Koch explains how to use a home simulator effectively to sharpen real-world skills, avoid pitfalls, and get beyond “button pushing.”
- GA Pilots’ Legal Playbook: Sources, Process and Current Issues, Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, 3 p.m. Eastern: Aviation attorney and CFI Mark Kolber offers a practical look at the legal issues every pilot should understand, from everyday cockpit decisions to broader aviation law topics.
- Engine Operations in the Real World, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, 3 p.m. Eastern: Ryan Koch dispels myths and shares practical techniques for balancing efficiency, economy, and workload in piston aircraft.
- Flying with the iPad as Your Digital Copilot, Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, 3 p.m. Eastern: Bret Koebbe, editor of iPad Pilot News, covers best practices for using ForeFlight and the iPad in the cockpit, from flight planning to in-flight weather.
All webinars are free to attend and registration is open now.
Pilots who missed the live broadcasts earlier this season can now access the following recordings:
- Q&A with ATC: Three veteran controllers (and GA pilots) share what matters most from the other side of the mic and offer tips for smoother radio work.
- Industry Update: Pilot Hiring Trends and Insights: James Onieal examines the current hiring landscape, including strategies for low-time pilots and how AI is shaping recruitment.
- Choosing the Right Aviation Headset: Doug Ranly breaks down the latest headset technology and helps pilots sort through features like ANR and Bluetooth. This presentation also includes a look at the brand new Lightspeed Zulu 4.
Recordings are available on Sporty’s YouTube Channel.
For more information: Sportys.com/Webinars