Kids who fly as part of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Young Eagles program will have access to an improved benefit, as long-time partner Sporty’s has made several updates to its Learn to Fly course.
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New collaboration adds flight sim scenarios to Sporty’s Learn to Fly course
Sporty’s has partnered with Infinite Flight to integrate its scenario-based flight simulator training with Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course, allowing students to practice maneuvers virtually. This collaboration offers pilots the chance to apply flight lessons in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk simulator with realistic weather scenarios before transitioning to real-world flying.
Commemorate your flying milestones
The new challenge coin set includes a cherry-stained wooden display box, adorned with the FAA logo. Inside are two challenge coins, commemorating the First Solo and Private Pilot milestones.
Sporty’s introduces Pilot Wings Belt
Designed specifically for pilots, the belt comes with a ratcheting adjustment system that ensures a perfect fit.
Sporty’s new distributor for Champion Aerospace
As a new distributor, Sporty’s will stock a selection of Champion oil filters and spark plugs, catering to a wide array of aircraft types and models, according to company officials.
Sporty’s introduces Flight Gear Oxygen System Organizer
New from Sporty’s is the Flight Gear Oxygen System Organizer, which organizes and stores the multiple components of a portable oxygen system, including bottles, masks, cannulas, endless tubing, and more.
Sporty’s introduces Pilot Wings Travel Bag Collection
The collection includes a carry-on bag, a duffel bag, a backpack, a portfolio bag, and a toiletry bag.
Sporty’s debuts new iPad Organizer Kneeboard
The all-in-one organizer features multiple compartments and pockets, allowing pilots to keep their iPad EFBs, and other essential items, arranged and easily accessible during flight, according to Sporty’s officials.
A different way to debrief
Sporty’s has introduced the Captain’s Debriefing Shot Glass Gift Set. The set includes four glasses, each labeled with a different phase of flight: Departure, Enroute, Arrival and Debrief.