
Sporty’s Pilot Training App Gets Smarter for 2026
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The 2026 edition of Sporty’s Pilot Training app brings a new level of intelligence and interactivity to flight training. In addition to fresh video lessons, expanded maneuvers, and updated FAA test questions, Sporty’s courses now feature an exclusive suite of AI-powered tools designed specifically for pilots.

Apple releases new iPad Pro with M5 processor
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New Real World Flight Review Course Now in the Sporty’s Pilot Training App
Sporty’s has teamed up with PilotWorkshops to deliver the most complete flight review experience yet—and it’s now available inside the industry-leading Sporty’s Pilot Training app for iPhone, iPad, Android, AppleTV, and Roku.

Pilot’s Guide to iOS and iPadOS 26
Apple held its annual media event in September and debuted the new iPhone 17 series, Apple Watch Series 11, and AirPods Pro 3. The relatively modest hardware updates focused on improved cameras and processor improvements, as well as a new, thinner iPhone Air. And pilots can now download and install the free iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 update on existing iPhones and iPads.

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Sporty’s Announces Winner of 50 Fun Flying Destinations Challenge
Sporty’s has crowned the winner of its 50 Fun Flying Destinations summer flying challenge, and it’s safe to say he made the most of the season. Congratulations to Charles Blondeau, who took home a ForeFlight Sentry Plus ADS-B Receiver after a memorable cross-country adventure.

Sporty’s Pilot Training App Adds Powerful AI Training Tools
The most recent release includes the latest Aviation Intelligence℠ features—innovative AI tools designed to make your training more engaging for Sporty's Learn to Fly Course, Instrument Rating Course and Commercial Pilot Triaining Course.

ForeFlight Launches Dynamic Procedures
ForeFlight has announced a major upgrade to its approach chart capabilities with the debut of Dynamic Procedures, a new feature that transforms how pilots brief and fly instrument approaches.

New CFI Test Prep Course Now Available in Sporty’s Pilot Training App
If you're working toward your Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate, there’s now a powerful new tool available inside the updated Sporty’s Pilot Training app. Sporty’s has just released a comprehensive CFI Test Prep Course, designed specifically for both Initial CFI Airplane and CFI Instrument applicants.

Garmin brings powerful flight planning tools online with Garmin Pilot Web
Garmin has expanded its popular Garmin Pilot ecosystem to include a brand-new browser-based tool: Garmin Pilot Web. This online flight planning resource is designed to complement the Garmin Pilot mobile app and offers a robust suite of features—many of which are free to all pilots, regardless of subscription status.

ForeFlight’s Future: What Boeing’s Sale Means for Pilots
In a significant shakeup within the digital aviation landscape, Boeing has announced the sale of several of its Digital Aviation Solutions assets—including ForeFlight Mobile, Jeppesen, AerData, and OzRunways—to Thoma Bravo, a prominent software investment firm. The $10.55 billion all-cash deal is expected to close by the end of 2025, pending regulatory approval.

Download the 50 Fun Flying Destinations Guide and Map Layer in ForeFlight
Whether you’re a seasoned aviator or just getting started in the left seat, discovering new destinations is one of the most rewarding parts of flying. To make that easier—and more fun—Sporty’s created a custom content pack for ForeFlight that highlights 50 exciting flying destinations across the US.
