PRESS RELEASES

Sporty’s Offers Easy Approval Service for iPad/ForeFlight Cockpit Use

Pilots flying large turbine-powered airplanes governed by Part 91 or flying as a fractional on-demand or Part 135 operation may need formal FAA approval to use an iPad in pursuit of a paperless cockpit. Now these pilots have some help.

The Sporty’s Foundation Concludes First Quarter Bequests

For the first quarter of 2013, The Sporty’s Foundation made bequests in the amount of $37,500 to groups and organizations promoting youth programs.

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Sporty’s Joins Forces with AIC Title Service, LLC

Sporty’s and AIC Title Service, LLC have partnered to help pilots through the complicated process of buying an aircraft.

Enhance Your Aviation Videos with NFlightcam Kits

Thousands of YouTube videos with millions of viewers on aviation subjects are proof of how much pilots enjoy filming their flights. Whether it’s a memorable trip, an amazing view, or just a normal flight, pilots are filming everything – for themselves and to share with others.

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Sporty’s Launches Second Generation Stratus with AHRS and ADS-B Traffic

Sporty’s Pilot Shop, along with partners ForeFlight and Appareo, released a second-generation Stratus ADS-B receiver today at the 2013 Sun ‘n Fun Fly-in. The new Stratus retains all the pilot-friendly features of the original, but adds ADS-B traffic and a built-in AHRS.

Sporty’s Academy President Honored as UC Clermont’s Distinguished Alumnus

Sporty’s Academy President Eric Radtke has been named Distinguished Alumnus for 2013 for the University of Cincinnati’s Clermont College. He was honored at the College’s annual scholarship luncheon.

Headed to SUN ‘n FUN? Download Sporty’s Free App

Sporty’s, in partnership with SUN ‘n FUN, is releasing a free mobile app for the 2013 show that is available for both Apple and Android devices. The SUN ‘n FUN app may be downloaded free at Sportys.com/apps, through the iTunes App store or Google Play.

Sporty’s Eastern Cincinnati Aviation Partners with Robinson Helicopter

Eastern Cincinnati Aviation, the FBO affiliate of Sporty’s Pilot Shop, is now an authorized sales and service center for Robinson Helicopters. Adding the Robinson sales and service center is another step toward the effort to create a general aviation hub at Sporty’s/Clermont County Airport.

Got an iPad Mini? Sporty’s has the Kneeboard

As more pilots discover that the iPad Mini is the perfect size for the cockpit, accessories for the Mini are in demand. Sporty’s has three styles of kneeboard to suit any pilot’s preference and budget. These kneeboards hold the Mini right where you need it in-flight.