Sporty's Upgrades Its Learn To Fly Course

Interactive program includes a virtual practice mock check ride with a computer-generated designated pilot examiner.

Meg Godlewski

Monday, November 04, 2024 at 04:39 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Sporty's Pilot Shop has launched its "Learn To Fly course 2025," an updated immersive program designed to train safe, competent pilots for knowledge tests and check rides, focusing on practical skills beyond just test preparation.
The course integrates video lessons, 3D graphics, real-world flight simulation, and scenario-based training to develop decision-making, situational awareness, and flight proficiency.
Key new features include AI-powered tools like "ChatDPE" for interactive virtual mock check rides and "ChatFAR" for explaining Federal Aviation Regulations.
This version also adds Spanish subtitles and provides the necessary instructor endorsement for the FAA knowledge test upon completion, with lifetime access.

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Sporty’s Pilot Shop has released the latest version of its Learn To Fly courses for pilots seeking to add to their aviation knowledge or brush up before a check ride or flight review.

The pilot outfitter’s Learn To Fly course 2025 is an immersive experience that uses video lessons and integrated real-world flight simulation to prepare students for knowledge tests, check rides, or attain the skills they will use in the sky, said Bret Koebee, Sporty’s senior vice president.