Learn to Fly Month at Sporty’s is a four-week celebration of learning to fly designed to inspire and help new pilots achieve their aviation goals. In addition to savings on popular pilot gear, Sporty’s Media Network will celebrate Learn to Fly Month with articles, videos, webinars and more.
Stop Dreaming - Start Flying
Learn To Fly FAQs
Coming Soon!
In this segment, we release a new FAQ on learning to fly every day throughout the month of May.
This makes a great reference guide for pilots and student pilots alike.
Webinars
Flight Simulators 101 - Leveraging a Home Simulator for Flight Training
Flight simulators have exploded in popularity recently. With new software options, impressive flight controls, and EFB app integration, it has never been easier to use a home flight simulator for real training (in addition to fun). In this fast-paced webinar, Chris McGonegle, a commercial pilot and Sporty's flight simulator expert, will discuss how to use simulators effectively and how to avoid making mistakes that will degrade your flying skills. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.
Monday, May 13, 2024, 3 p.m. CDT
Presenter: Chris McGonegle
How to Pass the Private Pilot FAA Knowledge Exam in Less Time
It's something all pilots have to do during training for a Private Pilot license -- pass the FAA Knowledge Test. While this test has gotten a bad rap over the years from some, the reality is it's a non-event when you approach it with the proper mindset and use the right study tools. In this webinar, we'll show how to use tried and true study methods using Sporty's Learn to Fly Course to make the process an engaging and meaningful learning experience, and not just another exercise in rote memorization. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 12 p.m. CDT
Presenter: Bret Koebbe
Articles, Quizzes, and Videos
Learn to Fly Month is celebrated across Sporty’s Media Network, including the popular Flight Training Central, Air Facts, iPad Pilot News, and Sporty’s PIREPS blog. Each will include articles, videos, and quizzes on learning to fly topics.
Getting Started Learning to Fly
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Learn to Fly Tips
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Learn to Fly Videos
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Learn to Fly Quizzes
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Learn to Fly Interactive Exercises
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Beyond the Certificate
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Private Pilot Training Tips, with Spencer Suderman
What should you expect on your first flight lesson? Sporty’s has once again partnered with airshow pilot and flight instructor Spencer Suderman, this time for a new video series to answer questions like that. Each video addresses common flight training questions, including the basics of airplane control and how to make better landings. Suderman shares practical tips throughout, including during an actual lesson with a flight student.
- Check Back May 1st!
