Fast Five – Special 2023 Recap Edition

1. Top 10 New Products Of 2023.

Developing new products is the most exciting part of working at Sporty's. Whether it's something simple like\xa0designing a better kneeboard or something complicated like building a new radio, we love to find new ways to make flying safer, easier, and more fun. Our product team was busy in 2023, adding over 300 new products throughout the year. Here are 10 of our favorites.

2. Top 10 Articles Of 2023.

In addition to our main website at Sportys.com, we publish three online magazines that focus on important topics in aviation: iPad Pilot News covers apps and accessories, Flight Training Central serves up tips to improve your flying skills, and Air Facts shares stories and lessons learned from other pilots. Plus, our Product PIREP series on the Sporty's blog delivers hands-on demos of the latest pilot gear. After reviewing almost 400 articles, these are the 10 most popular.

3. Top 10 Videos of 2023.

With over 90,000 subscribers, Sporty's YouTube channel is an essential resource for pilots of all levels. In 2023, we posted over 150 new videos, including training tips, product reviews, webinar recordings, and fun facts. In this article we’ve collected the 10 best.

4. Top 10 Podcast Episodes Of 2023.

Over the last two years, Pilot's Discretion has grown to be one of the top five aviation podcasts on Apple's charts, with devoted subscribers who listen every two weeks. From honest discussions about flight training to fascinating stories from world famous airshow pilots, this podcast is for anyone who loves to fly. If you missed any in 2023, you can catch up with our 10 most popular episodes on this list.

5. Top 10 Pilot Course Updates of 2023.

A good home study course is one of the best investments you can make during flight training, whether working towards a private license, getting checked out in a new type of airplane, or learning a new avionics system. While your flight lessons will form the core of your training, there’s a lot of work to be done between trips to the airport.