The Air Race Classic takes off today, with 49 teams departing Lake Havasu City, Arizona. According to a story at the HavasuNews.com, the racers have eight airports that they must either land at or fly over before reaching their final destination in Batavia in southern Ohio at Sporty‘s headquarters.
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Sporty’s to award Legend Cub in 2013 sweepstakes
Sporty’s has chosen the Legend Cub as the airplane for its 2013 Sweepstakes. For more than 20 years, Sporty’s has awarded a new airplane to a lucky customer. All Sporty’s Pilot Shop customers are automatically entered to win the airplane every time they place an order. “The Legend Cub combines the best of both worlds,” […]
Sporty’s Fly-In draws record crowds
Thanks in part to an ideal day for both flying and strolling around a beautiful general aviation airport, Sporty’s annual fly-in drew more than 1,000 attendees, arriving both by car and airplane. Approximately 200 aircraft arrived during the fly-in, making Clermont County/Sporty’s Airport one busy place on Saturday, May 19. Attractions included dozens of commercial […]
Apps provide weather flying tips for general aviation pilots
Sporty’s has released a four-part weather flying series, now available for iPad and iPhone, featuring general aviation weather expert Richard Collins breaks down the challenges and opportunities for flying in the different seasonal weather conditions. Richard L. Collins’ Advanced Spring Weather Flying, Advanced Summer Weather Flying, Advanced Fall Weather Flying, and Advanced Winter Weather Flying […]
Sporty’s Fly Away Cleaning Kit debuts
Sporty’s has assembled a pint-sized cleaning kit to keep in your airplane. One pint containers of an assortment of cleaning supplies will ensure your airplane gleams even after a long flight. The small size of the containers makes sure your weight and balance won’t be thrown off with bulky gallon bottles, company officials note. The […]
Sporty’s Fly-In coming up
Sporty’s Annual Fly-In and Open House is set for Saturday, May 19, at Clermont County/Sporty’s Aiport (I69) in Ohio. Sporty’s Fly-In includes seminars and exhibits, and, of course, the company’s signature free hot dogs. Sporty’s officials will be announcing the winner of Sporty’s Sweepstakes and one lucky customer will be awarded an all-new Cessna Skycatcher […]
Commemorate your first solo
Whether it’s your own first solo or that of a friend or family member, Sporty’s First Solo Commemorative Wooden Plaque will keep that memory vivid. The alder wood, laser-etched plaque is custom engraved with the pilot’s name and airplane on two lines. The words on the plaque read: “Rare is a sense of accomplishment felt […]
Sporty’s introduces Stratus
Sporty’s Pilot Shop has introduced the first completely wire-free weather receiver for the iPad — and it requires no monthly subscription. Stratus combines an ADS-B and GPS receiver into a single unit that wirelessly streams NEXRAD radar, text weather, TFRs and aircraft position to the popular ForeFlight Mobile app for iOS devices. “Stratus delivers exactly […]
Record your flights with NFlightcam Cockpit Video Cameras
Now at Sporty’s are two new models of NFlightcam Cockpit Video cameras ideal for CFIs, students and owners. The NFlightcam is compact and portable, so you can take it on every flight: Record your landing at a unique airport, preserve the memory of your first solo cross-country, or post an aerobatic flight to YouTube. These […]