Sporty’s Christmas Ornament is an annual tradition for pilots, flight schools, FBOs and aviation enthusiasts. The Van’s RV-12 is the star of this year’s etched crystal ornament. The latest model from famed aircraft designer Richard VanGrunsven, the RV-12 is a two-seat all-metal side-by-side airplane. It’s also the 2014 Sporty’s sweepstakes airplane. “We chose the RV-12 […]
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A place for everything and everything in its place…
Secure your devices in the cockpit with the new Pilot Pocket from Sporty’s. You can stow small, valuable items, such as a Bluetooth GPS or cellphone, in the Pilot Pocket. Unsecured items can be a danger in flight and even become lost when you need to verify your GPS signal or make a last minute call […]
Sporty’s challenges NAFI
Sporty’s Pilot Shop, a long-time sponsor of the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) has issued a challenge grant to NAFI: If the association can $40,000, Sporty’s would donate an additional $10,000. So far, NAFI has raised more than $35,000, officials reported earlier this month. Click here to find out more
The Sporty’s Foundation concludes successful second quarter bequests
For the second quarter of 2013, The Sporty’s Foundation made bequests in the amount of $35,498 to groups and organizations promoting youth programs, making the 2013 total to date $73,996. The top program was EAA’s Next Step, a year-round initiative in partnership with the Experimental Aircraft Association, where Young Eagles are encouraged to continue their […]
Sporty’s E6B updated
Sporty’s E6B app has been updated, with new features and an all-new design. The app includes all the features of the traditional E6B, including 22 aviation functions, 20 conversions, and complete timer features. Version 2.0 of the app adds a quick-access favorites list, a redesigned interface and a new weight and balance calculator. The E6B […]
Garmin avionics for experimental aircraft now at Sporty’s
Sporty’s Pilot Shop and its on-site avionics shop, Cincinnati Avionics, have partnered to offer the complete line of Garmin panel-mount avionics for experimental aircraft. Individual Garmin components are available from Sporty’s with a basic wiring harness or with custom installation from Cincinnati Avionics at Clermont County/Sporty’s Airport, company officials explain. “Our experience with Garmin avionics […]
Sporty’s founder to speak at Atlanta Aero Club
Hal Shevers, the iconic founder of Sporty’s Pilot Shop, will be the featured guest speaker at the regular bimonthly meeting of the Atlanta Aero Club Sept. 12. Since founding Sporty’s in 1961, Shevers is one of the most recognizable entrepreneurs in general aviation. Starting with one product he sold out of the trunk of his […]
Sporty’s offers fresh approach to checklists
Now available from Sporty’s are Thru-View Checklists, which allow the checklist to remain in sight during your entire flight. The checklists, available for many models of aircraft, are printed on transparent static-cling vinyl so they can be placed on a window, a clear visor or any smooth surface. “The Thru-View Checklists aren’t intended to replace […]
Show off your treasures on new biplane shelf
Now available is the new Biplane Shelf from Sporty’s Wright Bros. Collection. This shelf not only adds an aviation touch to your home, but displays books and other collectibles on a wall or desk, according to company officials. The Biplane Shelf is sculptured of resin and painted in detail. Th front silhouette of a biplane, […]