Sporty’s expands training fleet with Cessna 172S Skyhawk

Sporty's Academy is pleased to announce the addition of N405SP, a Cessna 172S Skyhawk, to the Sporty's ECA training fleet. The Cessna Skyhawk is the ultimate training aircraft and the most popular single-engine aircraft ever built. This low-time…

Sporty’s Academy upgrades autopilots

Two additional Garmin GFC500 autopilot systems were recently installed in Sporty’s Skyhawk fleet replacing the KAP140 systems and bringing sophisticated levels of automation including Garmin ESP, speed protection, automatic level mode, vertical…

Sporty’s ECA seeking late model Cessna Skyhawks

Do you know of a late model Cessna 172 Skyhawk (R or S model)? Sporty's ECA will make a cash offer for your airplane. In response to the increasing demand for pilot training, Sporty's Academy is searching for Cessna 172 Skyhawks (R &…

Sporty’s Academy Enrolling New Students

Enroll now for an immediate start. Learning to fly will unlock a world of possibilities and give you unparalleled freedom to see the world. It is a truly unique experience—one of the last great adventures in our modern life. It’s challenging,…

COVID operating procedures

Updated June 7, 2021 - With the update to the Ohio Health Order such that it no longer requires masks for fully vaccinated individuals, except in certain situations, we wanted to update you on the policy for flight instructors and students…

Thinking about a career change? Explore our career pilot program

Become a professional pilot in just 9-12 months. The demand for professional pilots has never been greater. If you've been dreaming about the challenge, adventure and rewards as a career as a professional pilot, there's never been a better…

Why Train at Sporty’s?

Deciding where to learn to fly can be a difficult decision. We're confident that the flight training you receive at Sporty's Academy will be the best available, bar none. Sporty's Academy has a superior instructional staff. Our flight instructors aren't just passing through on their way to another job; they are dedicated to providing the best possible individualized instruction. And they are held accountable, too: strict supervision of your flight training experience ensures that your valuable training dollar is maximized.

Begin Your Flight Training

Congratulations on taking the first step on the path to learning to fly! Spending some time to research your options will help you to become knowledgeable about the process and ensure that you receive the best flight training possible. Below…