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Keep your electronics charged

By Ben Sclair · May 2, 2012 ·

Pilots have plenty of batteries to keep charged these days, from iPads to smartphones to portable ADS-B receivers. Many of these gadgets require special high amp charging devices, and Sporty’s now offers a complete selection of pilot-tested gear to meet these needs.

The Dual 2.1 Amp Cigarette Lighter Adapter [#7565A – $14.95] plugs into any cockpit power plug (12 or 24V) and provides two high amp USB ports. It’s ideal for charging an iPad and Stratus at the same time.

For those without a cigarette lighter plug, Sporty’s offers the Backup Battery [#2126A – $99.95] pack, with a long-lasting internal battery that can increase the endurance of an iPad by 150%. With five USB ports, it also allows for multiple devices to be charged simultaneously. There’s even a built-in flashlight for backup illumination.

To make sure pilots always have a spare cable on hand, Sporty’s now offers a 3.5’ iPad/iPhone Charging Cord [#9059A – $8.50 or $5 each for four or more] for the unbeatable price of $8.50. One can be left in the airplane, one in the car and one at home.

All products may be ordered at sportys.com or by phone at 800-SPORTYS.

About Ben Sclair

Ben Sclair is the Publisher of General Aviation News, a pilot, husband to Deb and dad to Zenith, Brenna, and Jack. Oh, and a staunch supporter of general aviation.

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