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Sporty's has launched a new Aviation eBook Store within its Pilot Training platform, making it easier than ever for pilots and flight instructors to discover, purchase, and access digital aviation publications from the industry's most trusted training providers.

Sporty’s is pleased to introduce a new lineup of Flight Gear® kneeboards, designed to help pilots stay organized in the cockpit. The collection includes the Flight Gear Bi-Fold Kneeboard, Flight Gear Tri-Fold Kneeboard, and Flight Gear iPad Organizer Kneeboard, offering pilots a range of options for managing charts, notes, tablets, and other critical tools and information.

With more than 320 carefully crafted flashcards, this set distills essential private pilot knowledge into quick, high-impact review prompts that cover everything from aircraft systems and airspace to weather interpretation, regulations, and human factors. Each card is based on authoritative sources, including the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, FAR/AIM, and the Airman Certification Standards, and reviewed by certified flight instructors and active pilots.

PilotWorkshops has released a new training resource designed to help instrument rating applicants prepare for the practical test with greater confidence and less stress. Checkride Insights: Instrument Rating is a fully annotated version of the FAA’s Instrument Rating Airman Certification Standards (ACS), enhanced with practical explanations, examiner insights, and real-world IFR scenarios.

Sporty’s and PilotWorkshops have expanded their training partnership once again with the addition of VFR Mastery and IFR Mastery to the Sporty’s Pilot Training platform, delivering ongoing scenario-based proficiency training for pilots both online and via the dedicated Pilot Training app for iOS.  Long regarded as one of aviation’s most respected continuing education programs, the PilotWorkshops Mastery series helps pilots sharpen real-world decision-making skills through interactive monthly scenarios focused on both VFR and IFR flying.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hal Shevers on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Founder and longtime chairman of Sporty’s, Hal was a pioneering force in pilot training and a beloved leader in the aviation community. Hal’s life’s work shaped the landscape of general aviation for more than six decades.

For Addison Morgan, aviation has long been part of the background—but in late 2024, at a crossroads in his career, it moved to the forefront. Now nearing his Private Pilot checkride, Addison has been awarded Sporty’s $2,500 Pilot Training+ Scholarship to help him complete the final cross-country requirements of his training.

Just in time for those long summer days on the ramp and evenings at the hangar, Sporty’s has introduced a new lineup of AeroWear Polo shirts. These performance shirts combine aviation-inspired design with performance comfort that pilots are sure to appreciate.

For pilots, the airport isn’t just a destination—it’s part of who they are. Now, Sporty’s is bringing that identity home with its new Custom Taxiway Light Display, a bold, personalized display inspired by instantly recognizable airport signage.

Sporty’s is proud to announce the launch of ForeFlight Power Users Training, a new online training course developed by ForeFlight and available exclusively in Sporty’s Pilot Training platform. Designed for pilots of all experience levels, the course provides a complete, real-world guide to using ForeFlight—from initial setup and flight planning to advanced in-flight tools and digital logbook management.