PRESS RELEASES

AeroWear, A Premium Apparel Brand From Sporty’s, Launches New Styles

A new collection of polo shirts is now available from AeroWear™, with five vibrant styles to choose from. This upscale apparel brand, available exclusively from Sporty’s, combines modern performance fabrics with tasteful aviation styling. AeroWear offers a refreshing and inclusive approach, welcoming individuals from all walks of life to experience the exciting world of aviation. These shirts are suitable for any occasion, whether it’s a day at the office, an afternoon on the golf course, or a long day in the cockpit.

Keep Flying and Charging while Using Your iPhone

The updated Flight Gear Backup Battery is the ultimate solution for pilots who need to keep their mobile devices powered up on the flight deck. This “baby brother” version of the popular 20,000mAh battery is lighter, smaller and more versatile. About the size of an iPhone, it has a capacity of 10,000mAh and can fit in any flight bag or pocket.

Sporty’s Awards Pilot Training+ Scholarship

An Ohio native, Christopher Barns knew during his high school years that flying was for him. After investigating several collegiate-based aviation programs, Christopher ultimately joined the United States Marine Corps (USMC). Following his USMC service, Christopher earned a bachelor’s degree from Millersville University in meteorology, an interest he developed through his aviation pursuits.  

New Flight Gear Survival Tool Available from Sporty’s

Sporty’s Flight Gear Survival Tool is a 13-in-1 aviation multitool, which is designed to be a versatile companion for aviation and emergency situations. This specialty tool combines several functions into a single compact device, so it takes up less space and is always available to help.

Sporty’s Partners with LIFT Academy

Sporty’s has partnered with LIFT Academy, a flight training program owned by Republic Airways, to provide Sporty’s award-winning, online training courses to LIFT Academy students. This collaboration between Sporty’s and LIFT Academy grants students access to a range of valuable learning resources including Sporty’s Learn To Fly Course, Instrument Rating Course, Commercial Pilot Course, and Sporty’s Garmin G1000 Checkout Course.

Sporty’s Continues its Christmas Tradition

Sporty’s Crystal Christmas Ornament is an annual tradition for pilots, flight schools, FBOs, and aviation enthusiasts. This year’s ornament, the 39th in the series, features the classic Aeronca Champ.

Sporty’s Launches 2024 Pilot Training Courses

Sporty’s award-winning pilot training courses are updated for 2024 with a number of significant enhancements that make training more engaging and more efficient. Updates for 2024 include new video segments, new training resources, improved study guides, and in-course notifications.

Sporty’s Awards Pilot Training+ Scholarship

The grandchild of an Air Force veteran, Matt Everett grew up with aviation in his genes. His appreciation for aviation was fostered by visiting airports with his grandmother as a child and watching airplanes in the shadows of the runway 23 arrivals at the McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville, TN.

More than a Kneeboard

As part of its extensive line of kneeboards to satisfy any pilot’s particular requirements, Sporty’s offers a new Metal Bi-Fold Lap Desk. This rugged organizer features two 9” x 8” panels that fold flat to provide a sturdy surface for charts, notepads, checklists, or even electronic devices.