Clay Simmons, a 22-year old aircraft builder and pilot based in Knoxville, Tennessee, is the winner of the sixth annual Richard L. Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots.
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Preparing for your checkride
A new post on Sporty’s Flight Training Central offers six tips to help pilots prepare for their checkride, as well as a list of Do’s and Don’ts.
Sporty’s named official provider of Cirrus owners association merchandise
The newly unveiled merchandise collection features a variety of shirts and hats for members of the Cirrus Owners and Pilots Association (COPA).
New microphone turns everyday headsets to aviation headsets
New from Sporty’s is the NFlight NOMAD, a microphone that attaches to consumer headsets to convert them into use in your flying.
Sporty’s releases guide to private pilot training
The new book, filled with “honest advice from Sporty’s team of flight instructors,” is a “step-by-step guide to the flight training process,” according to Sporty’s officials.
Flight Gear collapsible sunshades debut
Crafted from UV-resistant materials, the sunshades serve as your aircraft’s shield against the sun’s harmful effects, according to Sporty’s officials.
Iconic aircraft featured in limited edition diecast models
Sporty’s has introduced limited edition diecast models of iconic general aviation aircraft, including the Cessna 172M Skyhawk and Piper J-3 Cub.
Sporty’s introduces iPad Cleaning Cloth for pilots
The cloth can be used for all of your aircraft’s screens and also functions as a flight resource with important reference information printed on both sides. Pilots can instantly access basic VFR weather minimums, cruising altitudes, intercept procedures, and more, according to Sporty’s officials.
Flight Gear Bite Light introduced
“Having both hands available on the flight deck is essential, so using a hand to hold a flashlight can compromise safety,” Sporty’s officials noted. “The Flight Gear Bite Light was specifically designed to solve this problem with an innovative silicone bite ring on the back so the light can be comfortably held in your mouth, freeing up your hands for other important tasks.”