Ten Essential Products for the Beginning Student Pilot

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You’ve made the leap and proclaimed “I want to learn to fly.” …

Flight Gear HP iPad Bag video review

A good flight bag makes it easier to protect your expensive aviation gear and keep the cockpit organized, as this video shows. In this Product PIREP, you'll get to see the Flight Gear HP iPad Bag in action, from its various pockets to its unique shape that fits between the seats.

First flight training app for Apple TV released

Over the past 6 years we've seen aviation apps for just about every Apple platform, including iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. Earlier this year, Sporty's released a new Learn to Fly Course app for AppleTV, which is available now in the AppleTV app store.

Faro offers two new headsets perfect for student pilots

There have never been better options for premium aviation headsets, as companies like Bose, Lightspeed, David Clark and AKG battle to make the quietest, most comfortable headset on the market. The only problem is that most of these headsets cost $800 or even $1000. For pilots looking to spend less, there's an exciting new option from Faro.

What’s new in Sporty’s 2017 Learn to Fly Course

Sporty's popular home study courses have helped over 50,000 pilots learn to fly or add a rating. One reason they're so popular is that they are continually updated and improved. The Sporty’s Academy team recently released the latest version of their Learn to Fly Course, with a host of new features for 2017.

A flight jacket tells a story

On a blustery, cold morning, back before I knew what lift was,…

Sporty’s new Flight Gear HP bags show off unique features

Sporty's recently introduced a completely new selection of flight bags for general aviation pilots, called Flight Gear High Performance. These bags have a modern look and some unique new features, but with options for customizing each bag to match the mission.

3 new features on the Learn to Fly app

Sporty's Learn to Fly Course app has three awesome new features that student pilots will love and they don't cost a thing. The free version of the app has access to our Study Buddy test prep and our practice exams for the written test.

4 things to consider in a good flashlight

As you would expect, technology has vastly improved since the days of incandescent bulbs and massive batteries. But before you go buy a $5 case of flashlights at the local dollar store, there's more to a flashlight than meets the eye. And considering this basic device can be a lifesaver, be sure to consider these 4 things.
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Using Lightspeed’s FlightLink app for training

Communications is one of the subjects that causes the most stress among student pilots. There's nothing worse than pressing the push to talk button and not knowing what to say, or hearing a long Air Traffic Control (ATC) clearance and replying with "say again." There's no substitute for practice, but some technology can help.