Rusty Pilot Kit (Online, App and TV)

The ultimate course for the "Rusty Pilot"

This Kit includes two online video courses to bring you up to speed on the latest flying technology, procedures, regulations, communications and resources. More than four hours of quality flight training plus Sporty's Kneeboard to keep your flight deck organized and two books every rusty pilot should own.

Course Includes:

VFR Communications Online Course
VFR Communications is broken down into 8 subject areas and 23 individual video segments. Based on over 50 years of aviation education experience from the instructors at Sporty's, the VFR Communications course contains over 60 minutes of engaging 3D animations, in-flight video and real-world communication scenarios.

Flight Review Online Course
Don’t wait for your next flight review to get current—use this online video course to improve your skills today. It covers everything you should know to impress your instructor and ace your next flight review. It also makes a great reference, easily reviewed in between flights.Flight Review is broken down into 7 subject areas and 49 individual video segments. Based on Sporty’s award-winning Private Pilot Flight Training Course, the Flight Review online course contains over 2 hours of engaging 3D animations and in-flight video.

After watching the online courses you can then take a review quiz based on content from the videos. After finishing the questions you’ll receive instant feedback on your score and be able to review missed questions.

AVAILABLE ON ALL YOUR DEVICES:

Online Course using a web browser – Login here

iPhone/iPad in Sporty's Pilot Training app – Apple App Store

AppleTV app – 4th Generation AppleTV or newer

Android in Sporty's Pilot Training app – Google Play Store

RokuTV App – search for the Sporty's Pilot Training Channel on your Roku device

FAR/AIM Combined

The Industry Standard Reference for Federal Aviation Regulations Relevant to General Aviation, Sport Pilots, Instructors, and Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operators.

ASA has built a reputation for providing the aviation community with the most accurate and reliable FAR/AIM products available. The 2023 FAR/AIM book continues this tradition, containing complete and up-to-date information from Titles 14 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 and 49 CFR) pertinent to General Aviation, Sport Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operators, combined with the Aeronautical Information Manual(AIM), and a free email subscription service for you to receive updated information as it is released by the FAA. ASA's FAR/AIM books have been the standard regulatory reference of the industry for more than 75 years. ASA consolidates the FAA regulations and procedures into easy-to-use reference books of information pertinent to pilots, flight crew, and aviation maintenance technicians. Approx. 1,136 pages, paperback.

FAA Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge

Often referred to as the PHAK, this official FAA handbook has been required reading for more than 30 years. Providing basic knowledge essential for all pilots—from beginning student pilots to those pursuing more advanced pilot certificates—this book introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge needed as they progress through pilot training. Studying this book, pilots gain the required knowledge to earn a certificate and understand aerodynamic theory associated with airplane flight.

The book begins with a basic introduction to flying, including the history of flight, the role of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), criteria for earning the various pilot certificates, how to select a flight school and instructor, and the tests associated with earning a pilot certificate. Subjects covered include aircraft structure, principles and aerodynamics of flight, flight controls, aircraft systems, flight instruments, flight manuals and documents, weight and balance, aircraft performance, weather theory, aviation weather services, airport operations, airspace, navigation, aeromedical factors, and aeronautical decision-making. Approx. 528 pages, paperback.

Flight Gear HP Tri-Fold Kneeboard

Trying to keep charts, timers, notes, calculators, and cables organized in the cockpit can be a daunting task. Sporty’s Tri-Fold Kneeboard has a spot for everything. The solid clipboard is great for copying clearances or managing a sectional chart, plus it doubles as a quick reference tool. Elastic straps are attached at the corners and are perfectly spaced for holding a 9.7" iPad Air or Pro. 

Features:

• Sturdy, reversible clipboard - use it on either knee
• Elastic straps fit 9.7" iPad - use it with paper charts or digital
• One zippered storage compartment for larger items
• Two flat pockets for cords or smaller items
• Accepts Sporty's Gear Mods to augment your storage
• Two pen loops
• Padded back
• Elastic leg strap

Customize your kneeboard with Gear Mods

Both side flaps of Sporty’s Flight Gear HP Tri-Fold Kneeboard are constructed with a soft felt material. This is perfect for attaching Sporty’s Gear Mods, add-on storage pockets that allow you to grow your kneeboard as your mission changes. Store charging cords, screen cleaners, batteries and more. Or put Velcro on your favorite in-flight accessory for quick access.

 

Flexibility built in

Slots on both sides of the clipboard allow you to fold the sides underneath and still use the knee strap - ideal for tight cockpits where space is at a preimum. When closed, the front of the kneeboard has an ID holder. The elastic knee strap wraps around the front of the kneeboard to keep it closed.

 

Handy clipboard

Clipboard is printed with quick reference placard information, including basic VFR weather minimums, mandatory IFR reports, airport traffic light signals, flight plan sequence, ICAO phonetic alphabet with Morse Code, transponder codes, emergency engine checklist and cruising altitudes. Clipboard is reversible for right or left knee use. Measures 11.5” x 20” open; 11.5” x 7” closed