Finally, a charging cable that doesn’t fight back

If there’s one thing that drives me crazy on the flight deck (and honestly, in daily life), it’s tangled charging cables. No matter how carefully I wind them up, I inevitably pull a knot out of my flight bag the next time I need one. That’s not just annoying—it’s distracting which is the last thing you need.

That’s why I was excited to try the new Flight Gear Magnetic Charging Cable, and after some testing, I can say it lives up to the promise. The secret is the built-in magnetic design: the nylon-braided cable neatly coils into a compact circle and actually stays that way. No more knots, no more fumbling around trying to untangle cords.

Beyond the organization win, it’s built to perform. The USB-C to USB-C version delivers up to 100W of power and fast data transfer (480 mbps), which makes it a solid option for charging tablets or laptops. The USB-A to USB-C version provides up to 15W—plenty for keeping your iPad or phone topped off. I tested both and found them to be reliable, with no interference.

At the end of the day, this cable is simple, but it solves a very real problem for pilots: keeping the flight deck organized and hassle-free. For me, that’s worth the small upgrade from a standard cord.

So if you hate tangled cables as much as I do, this one’s a no-brainer. Do yourself a huge favor and pick one up at Sportys.com for just $12.95.

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Eric Radtke

It was his first airplane trip at age seven that made Eric decide to become a pilot. "While boarding the airplane, a flight attendant noticed my interest in the flight deck and urged me to go talk to the pilot. I give a lot of credit to that pilot for my career choice." He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and went on to an airline career. Eric now heads Sporty’s flight school and directs the University of Cincinnati’s Professional Pilot Training Program. In addition, Eric serves as a Captain in Sporty’s corporate flight department.

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