PRESS RELEASES
The Sporty’s Foundation Concludes Successful Second Quarter Bequests
For the second quarter of 2013, The Sporty’s Foundation made bequests in the amount of $35,498 to groups and organizations promoting youth programs, making the 2013 total to date $73,996.
E6B: A Pilot’s Favorite App
Sporty’s best-selling E6B app has now been updated and improved, with new features and an all-new design. This powerful app includes all the features of the traditional E6B, including 22 aviation functions, 20 conversions, and complete timer features. Version 2.0 of the app adds a quick-access favorites list, a redesigned interface and an all-new weight and balance calculator.
Garmin Avionics for Experimental Aircraft Available from Sporty’s
Sporty’s Pilot Shop and its on-site avionics shop, Cincinnati Avionics, have partnered to offer the complete line of Garmin panel-mount avionics for experimental aircraft. Individual Garmin components are available from Sporty’s with a basic wiring harness or with custom installation from Cincinnati Avionics at Clermont County/Sporty’s Airport.
Thru-View Checklist Makes a Quick Reference
Pilots depend on checklists to ensure a safe flight, and Sporty’s new Thru-View Checklists provide a handy back-up checklist that’s always visible. The checklist, available for many models of aircraft, are printed on high-quality, transparent static-cling vinyl so the checklist can be placed on a window, a clear visor or any smooth surface.
Show off Your Treasures on This Biplane Shelf
Bring out your inner barnstormer with the Biplane Shelf from Sporty’s Wright Bros. Collection. This shelf not only adds an aviation touch to your home, but displays books and other collectibles on a wall or desk.
Flying is Serious; Pilots Don’t Always Have to Be
Sporty’s Humorous Signs show the light-hearted side of aviation. Patterned after vintage signs from the 1920s and 1930s, these three signs have a weathered, old-style look.
Don’t Tackle EAA AirVenture without the Official Airshow App
Sporty’s 2013 EAA AirVenture app is now available for download – and it’s free. This useful app – now in its third year – has been continually enhanced with user feedback to make it a must-have for anyone attending EAA AirVenture.
Join Sporty’s under the Big Tent at AirVenture
Sporty’s has expanded its EAA AirVenture presence again for 2013 to an even bigger tent to give show-goers more room to walk around and have a hands-on experience with the products.
Sporty’s Sweepstakes Winner Takes Delivery of his Legend Cub
Christopher Boyle, a private pilot from Arcata, California, is the winner of Sporty’s 2013 Aircraft Sweepstakes, a Legend Cub. He was informed of his winning status by Sporty’s President Michael Wolf during Sporty’s Annual Fly In on Saturday, May 18, 2013.