Sporty’s Pilot Shop was founded over 50 years ago by a flight instructor, and ever since has been for pilots and by pilots.
Hal Shevers was a young flight instructor when he began selling pilot supplies to his students from the trunk of his car. Soon there was a small store, then a larger one and finally a extensive company headquarters at the Sporty's/Clermont County Airport (I69) in Batavia, Ohio. From humble beginnings, Sporty’s has become the world’s premier pilot shop and the leading developer of aviation education programs.
Sporty’s corporate philosophy is summed up by Founder/Chairman Hal Shevers: “The focus of our business remains educational. We educate pilots to be safe and proficient.”
Adds President Michael Wolf, “We have also evolved with the times, with a strong focus on new product development. From cutting-edge iPad accessories to the latest in aviation headsets, we're proud to offer only the finest aviation gear."
Today, Sporty’s is one of the most respected names in aviation. With corporate activities in every segment of light aircraft from training to maintenance to aircraft sales along with hangar space for more than 150 aircraft, Sporty’s has evolved from the “World’s Largest Pilot Shop” to “More Than A Pilot Shop.”
Did You Know? (Cool Facts About Sporty's Pilot Shop)
Every order at Sporty's enters customers to win a brand new Legend Cub.
Over 500 products on sportys.com are not available anywhere else.
Sporty's partnered with Appareo and ForeFlight to develop the revolutionary Stratus ADS-B Receiver.
As one of EAA Young Eagles' strongest supporters, Sporty's has donated over $500,000 in the past 6 years.
Sporty's operates a world-class flight school at its headquarters, including the University of Cincinnati Professional Pilot program.
Cincinnati Avionics, Sporty's on-site avionics shop, installs Garmin, Aspen and many other leading brands.
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