Sporty’s Launches Learn to Fly Courses

This year’s update to popular courses from the pilot shop adds more interactive content and a portal for flight school administrators.

Meg Godlewski

Wednesday, October 04, 2023 at 09:32 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Sporty's has significantly updated its online ground school courses with enhanced interactive features and practical scenarios, moving beyond simple video lessons to focus on applying aviation concepts in real-world flying environments.
The updated curriculum emphasizes interactive videos, simulations (e.g., instrument panel operations, system failures), and smart notes to ensure learners understand and apply knowledge rather than relying on rote memorization, aligning closely with airmen certification standards.
New instructor and administrator portals enable real-time monitoring of student progress, facilitating targeted support and course adjustments, while the courses offer lifetime access with free future updates across all digital platforms.

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Online ground schools are wonderful in that you can study and learn on your own time, but the downside is that simply watching a video or someone talking on camera may not be terribly effective. The folks at Sporty’s Pilot Shop have known this for years, and the latest update for their online courses recognizes this with significant enhancements designed to make the training more efficient and engaging.

“The course started in the 1980s and 1990s with VHS tapes then went to DVDs in the 2000s when we launched the test prep course,” said Bret Koebbe, senior vice president of Sporty’s. “We try to make the best use of technology, so it’s not just test prep.”