PIREPs

The Flight Gear Stealth Backpack redefines “bang-for-your buck” in pilot gear. When it comes to flight bags, versatility is everything. You are essentially getting three different bags in one with the new Flight Gear Stealth Backpack. Whether you prefer a shoulder bag, a backpack, or a quick-grab carry option, this bag has you covered.

As a student pilot, my flight training journey has been a constant evolution—not only in skills, but also in the gear I carry. When I first started out, my flight bag looked more like a traveling library. Here’s why I switched to the Sideslip Bag.

A good aviation headset is an essential part of any pilot’s flight bag. While the most advanced models can cost over $1,000 they also do an incredible job of protecting your hearing and enhancing the clarity of airborne communications. With proper care, headsets can also last for 10+ years, so it’s a smart investment.

Has it been a while since you logged PIC time? At Sporty’s, we get it—we’re pilots too, while juggling jobs, families, and busy schedules. That’s why we created Rusty Pilot Week: a great chance to refresh your skills, save on essential gear, and rediscover why you fell in love with flying in the first place. All it takes is some study, a few hours with an instructor, and a plan to polish the skills that have gotten rusty.

Flying at night is one of the many privileges we have as private pilots, and what good is a privilege if you don’t exercise it? But night flight isn’t without some challenges.  Here are my top 3 hacks to make your night flights more enjoyable.

One of the many features normally found on premium aviation headsets is Bluetooth, a wireless technology that allows two devices to communicate with each other. This is great for listening to music or making a phone call on the ground, but it can also be used to get audio alerts from your favorite electronic flight bag app. Here's how it works.

A reliable flashlight is one of the most important tools a pilot can carry. From preflight inspections at night to in-flight emergencies, flashlights provide safety, convenience, and peace of mind. It’s not just a nice-to-have, it’s essential gear for all night operations. 

The iPad has changed the way pilots fly, but there’s one thing it can’t fix—battery life. Long flights and heavy use can leave your devices drained at the worst possible time.

Lightspeed just introduced the new Zulu 4 headset. It has the latest and greatest features of a modern, premium ANR headset. But Lightspeed already has a premium ANR headset that is almost $200 more expensive: the Delta Zulu. What is the difference between these two juggernauts, and which one should you buy? Let’s look at the differences.

Lightspeed just introduced the new Zulu 4 headset. It has the latest and greatest features in modern, premium ANR headsets. What improvements have they made since a Zulu 3? Let’s jump in and take a look.