Fast Five - February 24

Sent: Feb 24, 2024

Fast Five - February 24
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TRAINING IPAD HEADSETS RADIOS FLIGHT BAGS FLIGHT SIM

1. Last Chance To Save On Lightspeed Headsets.

There has never been a better time to buy a Lightspeed headset. Buy one Delta Zulu and save 25% on the second Delta Zulu, or buy two and save 50% on the third. Plus, enjoy free shipping and Sporty’s famous 30-day Test Flight Guarantee on all Lightspeed headsets. Hurry—this special ends Thursday.

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2. How To Fly A Contact Approach.

A contact approach is probably the most versatile—and most underutilized—IFR tool. Like a visual approach, you’ll navigate to the airport visually and must remain clear of clouds with no minimum cloud distance. Unlike a visual approach, it only requires 1 SM visibility reported at the airport and you don’t need the airport in sight. Here’s a detailed guide to this overlooked procedure.

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3. Our Top 16 Tips For Flying With The iPad.

Most pilots have a favorite tip or two when it comes to flying with the iPad, and we always learn something when we fly with another pilot. So we asked four Sporty’s pilots who regularly fly with the iPad to share their top tips, covering everything from ADS-B weather to hidden iOS utilities. Read what our pilots had to say, then add a comment with your own at the bottom.

READ MORE

4. New Webinar Coming Up Wednesday: IFR Quiz Hour.

Join Sporty's John Zimmerman for a fast-paced hour of IFR flying questions and tips, covering everything from approach charts to weather theory. Attendees will be presented with 20 questions, given the chance to vote on the right answer, then hear a detailed discussion of each topic. It’s a fun way to improve your IFR knowledge and get current on the latest regulations. Presented live at 3pm eastern on Wednesday, February 28.

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5. Tips For Retread Pilots.

Life has a way of getting in the way of flying. That was sure my story some 15 years ago when I sold my old Piper Tri-Pacer and essentially stopped flying. As life unwound a bit, and I could see a little time of my own, I knew what I needed. So, I found a flying club and climbed back into the cockpit. Boy, had things changed! For my fellow “retreads,” what follows is some advice for returning to the air after a long hiatus.

READ MORE

Video of the Week:

Charging Essentials For Pilots,
From Sporty’s Flight Gear

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Training iPad Headsets Radios Flight Bags Aircraft Supplies Charts Gifts Safety

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