Sporty’s now can create a custom framed print showing the track map of all IFR flights you made in a time period up to one year. Using data from Flight Aware, this print shows all IFR flights, including departure and destination airport identifiers and the actual route flown. “Then we add a custom-engraved plaque with […]
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Sporty’s Fly-In draws enthusiastic crowds
Sporty’s Ninth Annual Fly-In went off without a hitch last Saturday despite the all-day threat of thunderstorms. About 100 aircraft made the trip to Ohio’s Clermont County Airport (I69), coming from as far away as Virginia, Maryland and Michigan. “We’re thrilled with the number of attendees, especially from the local community” says Sporty’s President Michael […]
Sporty’s debuts approval service for iPad/ForeFlight cockpit use
Pilots flying large turbine-powered airplanes governed by Part 91F or flying as a fractional on-demand or Part 135 operation may need formal FAA approval to use an iPad in pursuit of a paperless cockpit. Now these pilots have some help from Sporty’s. “Gaining approval for your iPad as an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) can be […]
Sporty’s Foundation makes grants to ensure next generation
For the first quarter of 2013, The Sporty’s Foundation made bequests in the amount of $37,500 to groups and organizations promoting youth programs. EAA’s Next Step continues to be funded year-round by The Sporty’s Foundation. This program partners EAA with Sporty’s to make Sporty’s online Learn to Fly Course available to any Young Eagle. “The […]
Sporty’s teams with AIC Title Service
Sporty’s and AIC Title Service have partnered to help pilots through the process of buying an aircraft. AIC Title Service’s title search product provides ownership details as well as aircraft lien status. The title search package also includes copies of Major Alterations and Repairs as reported on Form 337s. “With AIC Title Service, we now […]
Solo celebrations
How many people do you know who took flying lessons but never made it to first solo? Probably a great many. Solo is the first major step in what is a often a long journey to becoming a pilot. The folks at Sporty’s Academy, in Batavia, Ohio, recognize this, and go all-out when a client […]
Sporty’s launches second-generation Stratus
Sporty’s Pilot Shop, along with partners ForeFlight and Appareo, released a second generation Stratus ADS-B receiver today at SUN ’n FUN. The new Stratus adds ADS-B traffic and a built-in AHRS. “Stratus has been tremendously successful and practically invented a product category,” says Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “Now, just 12 months later, the new […]
Sporty’s Academy president honored
Sporty’s Academy President Eric Radtke has been named Distinguished Alumnus for 2013 for the University of Cincinnati’s Clermont College. The award is bestowed upon individuals who have distinguished themselves through significant professional accomplishment, made contributions to their community and attended UC Clermont College for at least one year. “Eric demonstrates his superior administrative ability, work […]
AWOS now operational at Sporty’s
As of March 7, 2013, an Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) is operational at Sporty’s/Clermont County Airport (I69) in Ohio. The AWOS represents a significant safety enhancement to pilots as it provides a comprehensive local weather picture, Sporty‘s officials note. It’s anticipated that even lower instrument approach minimums will be available at the airport given […]