At the conclusion of every quarter, we like to reflect on some of the more notable products that joined Sporty’s offering. Here are the top ten new products we’re excited to offer to our customers from the first quarter of 2023, from tow bars to a brand new around-the-ear headset.
How do you make the best headset in aviation even better? By focusing on what matters. The new Bose A30 offers performance you’ll appreciate on every flight, including improved comfort, quiet, clarity, and durability. Plus, new features give pilots more control over ANR performance, microphone location, and power source.
The TOCSIN 4 Cockpit Monitor is smart upgrade to our best-selling carbon monoxide detector. It combines a rugged design and reliability with advanced sensor resolution, plus three different alert modes (red flashing lights, vibrating, and a loud audio alarm). Large backlit LCD screen displays CO level in parts per million (ppm).
Hydration is critical on long cross-country flights, but so is making sure you don’t exceed your bladder’s endurance before shutting down the aircraft. The Flight Gear Water Bottle is a great option to help with the hydration part (no comment on the second part). Its slim design makes it an easy complement to a flight bag or cup holder. A silicon strap allows a carabiner connection to allow ease of stowage.
Crystal Air Audio Adapter for iPhone
The cameras found on modern iPhones work well in the cockpit—now you can complete the story by recording the cockpit audio. This specially designed adapter from Crystal Air is manufactured with professional-grade shielded cables and filtering circuitry to deliver the cleanest audio possible to your camera or device.
This locking Deluxe Tow Bar provides a secure connection to your airplane's nose wheel when needed, and easily slides together for compact storage. These rugged tow bars are made in the USA and carry a lifetime guarantee when used for the intended purpose. Additional models include XL Cessna, Piper 22/28, Beechcraft, Vans (Nosewheel), Cirrus SR20/22, Scott 3200/3400, and Vans (tailwheel).
TKS Automatic Ground Source Pump
The TKS® Automatic Ground Source Pump is ideal for quickly and easily filling your airplane's de-ice fluid tank - without spilling. Designed to fit onto most 2.5-gallon containers, it enables fluid to be transferred easily and effectively without the need for a wall plug. Simply insert the hose into your TKS container, screw the pump on, and start pumping. Comes complete with batteries, a container adapter, a microfiber towel, and storage box.
In the modern era when pilots fly with electronic flight bags (EFBs), full-size kneeboards capable of holding approach plates are no longer necessary. However, writing with your finger on a touch screen can be messy and difficult to read on sunny flight decks. The AeroPad is a stealthy, ergonomic kneeboard for copying clearances, weather reports, and other simple notes.
An Illustrated Guide to Flying, by Barry Schiff
Inspired by the effortless soaring of birds, humans have taken to wing as the safest, fastest, and most enjoyable way to travel. An Illustrated Guide to Flying explains the principles and practice of flying with concise critical facts, supported with prolific illustrations and photographs, covering basic flight maneuvers, aircraft engines and flight instruments, navigation, weather, types of aircraft, traffic control, flight rules, and more. A surprisingly fun and comprehensive book in a small size.
The unique neuromodulation technology gently stimulates the median nerve on the underside of the wrist, using the body’s natural neural pathways to relieve nausea and vomiting. It works naturally, without drugs or side effects. Simply slip on your wrist, adjust the intensity and it starts working within minutes. Available with a strap that’s Apple Watch compatible.
Flying with oxygen systems can be uncomfortable: you either have a big, bulky mask covering over half your face, or oxygen tubes running around your head. The Boomula makes using oxygen in the cockpit easy. Simply replace the cannula of your existing SkyOx or Aerox system and enjoy a more comfortable oxygen experience.
