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Sporty’s Adds Compact Flight Sim Controller to Lineup

By General Aviation News Staff · March 6, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Designed for Microsoft Flight Simulator and X-Plane 12, the Echo Aviation Controller integrates primary flight controls (pitch, roll, and yaw) with secondary and trim inputs into a single, handheld unit. Throttle, propeller, and mixture controls are built directly into the controller, complemented by dedicated levers for flaps, landing gear position, speed brakes, and parking brake.

Sporty’s Introduces Cessna 172R Cockpit Puzzle

By General Aviation News Staff · February 27, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The 500-piece puzzle features a detailed view of the Skyhawk’s classic flight deck, capturing the complete panel — from the flight instruments to the avionics stack.

Sporty’s Introduces the Smith & Wesson Captain’s Flashlight

By General Aviation News Staff · February 18, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The aviation flashlight features red and white LEDs.

Sporty’s Launches New Seaplane Rating Course

By General Aviation News Staff · January 28, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The new course is taught by Patty Wagstaff.

Starlink Mini Suction Cup Mount Introduced

By General Aviation News Staff · January 16, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The adjustable design accommodates multiple mounting scenarios in any general aviation cockpit.

Call for Entries: The Richard Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots

By General Aviation News Staff · January 14, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Pilots aged 24 and younger are encouraged to write about their most memorable flight.

Decorate your Christmas tree with airplanes

By General Aviation News Staff · November 14, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Each strand features 12 airplane-shaped LED lights, available in multicolor or white.

Sporty’s expands women’s apparel line

By General Aviation News Staff · November 7, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Added to the lineup are polo shirts, socks, leggings, and jackets.

Sporty’s 2025 Christmas ornament features the Cessna 172

By General Aviation News Staff · October 30, 2025 · Leave a Comment

First flown in 1955, the Skyhawk has become the most-produced aircraft in history, with more than 45,000 delivered.

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