Many behind-the-scenes updates and fixes to improve the user experience.

We're excited to introduce aviation eBooks in Sporty's Pilot Training app. All 12 of the Pilot Workshops' Pilot-Friendly Manual series are available to preview and purchase from the new eBooks section in the app.

You can also download and read the full versions of FAA training guides, like the Airplane Flying Handbook, AIM, and Instrument Flying Handbook – completely FREE.

Minor bug fixes

Updates to questions and answers in the FAA test prep for the Private Pilot and Instrument Rating courses.

Updates to questions and answers in the FAA test prep for the Private Pilot and Instrument Rating courses.
Minor bug fixes

Bug fixes and improvements.

Bug fixes

New Test Prep questions for the Private Pilot Course
Bug Fixes

Sporty's Aviation Intelligence℠ (AI) Instant FAA Knowledge Test ACS Code Analysis is now available on iOS and iPadOS.
Simply upload a photo of your written test report, and our AI will extract the relevant Airman Certification Standards (ACS) codes along with descriptions of the topics you need to review.

Introducing Sporty's all-new Seaplane Rating Course, with Patty Wagstaff!
- This course includes over 2 hours of immersive 4K video and graphics to teach the art of seaplane flying
- Filmed in Florida (Jack Brown's Seaplane Base), Alaska (Apex Aviation Experience), and Maine, you'll learn everything from intro topics to advanced seaplane operations
- Climb aboard a variety of seaplanes, including Piper Super Cubs, Cessna 180, Beaver, AirCam, and even a rate turbine Super Goose
- Includes over 7 hours of bonus interactive 360/VR video, allowing you to ride along in these iconic seaplanes and explore the many lakes of Alaska and Florida

Federal Aviation Regulations now include changes for MOSAIC and new Sport Pilot rules.
Our Aviation Intelligence ChatCFI now includes and interactive history view.
Bug fixes.

Federal Aviation Regulations now include changes for MOSAIC and new Sport Pilot rules.

Includes NEW course from Pilot Workshops: Airplane Engine Operations

Includes NEW course from Pilot Workshops: Airplane Engine Operations

- Includes the 2026 Sporty's Learn to Fly Course, with new CFI Focus flight maneuver lessons, updates for the new Sport Pilot (MOSAIC) rules and much more
- ChatCFI is your personal flight instructor, available 24/7.
- New Checkrides Insights (Private Pilot) Annotated ACS digital manual from Pilot Workshops, to help you ace your checkride
- The Pilot Workshops Legal Guide includes a new Audio Book section, allowing you to listen to the content narrated by the author Steve Tupper (including CarPlay)

- Includes the 2026 Sporty's Learn to Fly Course, with new CFI Focus flight maneuver lessons, updates for the new Sport Pilot (MOSAIC) rules and much more
- ChatCFI is your personal flight instructor, available 24/7.
- New Checkrides Insights (Private Pilot) Annotated ACS digital manual from Pilot Workshops, to help you ace your checkride
- The Pilot Workshops Legal Guide includes a new Audio Book section, allowing you to listen to the content narrated by the author Steve Tupper (including CarPlay)

- Includes the 2026 Sporty's Learn to Fly Course, with new CFI Focus flight maneuver lessons, updates for the new Sport Pilot (MOSAIC) rules and much more
- New Checkrides Insights (Private Pilot) Annotated ACS digital manual from Pilot Workshops, to help you ace your checkride
- The Pilot Workshops Legal Guide includes a new Audio Book section, allowing you to listen to the content narrated by the author Steve Tupper (including CarPlay)

New Checkride Insights Annotated ACS Digital Manual for the Private Pilot by PilotWorkshops.
What Instructors, Check Airmen, and Examiners wish applicants knew to ace the FAA Practical Exam.

NEW PRODUCT - Checkride Insights: Annotated ACS (Private Pilot) from Pilot Workshops

We’ve taken the ACS and marked it up with comments and guidance from chief instructors, check airmen, and designated pilot examiners (DPEs). They tell you in plain language how each task is tested and what your examiner will really be looking for.

New test prep questions in the Private Pilot Course.
New CFI Focus video training content covering steep turns, slow flight, and stalls in the Private Pilot Course.

-Dark mode improvements
-Fix for review quiz video explanations
-Updated Federal Aviation Regulations

Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course for iOS now includes the latest Aviation Intelligence features:

- ChatFAR > Enter any question related to Private pilot operations or flight training, and our AI legal expert will explain the applicable regulations in plain English
- ChatDPE > Start a checkride prep session with ChatDPE, a virtual pilot examiner, for interactive study sessions that simulate the experience of the oral exam portion of a Private Pilot practical test

Includes two new Flight Instructor Focus video segments in the Steep Turns and Slow Flight lessons in the Private Pilot course, to provide real-world tips from Sporty’s CFIs on how to master these flight maneuvers.

- Updated to include the latest version of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), released on 8/7/2025
- Fixes an issue that prevented external training content links from opening the correct video, FAA handbook or maneuver content in the app (deep links)
- Links to test prep questions will now open directly in the app

Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course for iOS now includes the latest Aviation Intelligence features:

- ChatFAR > Enter any question related to Private pilot operations or flight training, and our AI legal expert will explain the applicable regulations in plain English
- ChatDPE > Start a checkride prep session with ChatDPE, a virtual pilot examiner, for interactive study sessions that simulate the experience of the oral exam portion of a Private Pilot practical test

Includes two new Flight Instructor Focus video segments in the Steep Turns and Slow Flight lessons in the Private Pilot course, to provide real-world tips from Sporty’s CFIs on how to master these flight maneuvers.

- Updated to include the latest version of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), released on 8/7/2025
- Fixes an issue that prevented external training content links from opening the correct video, FAA handbook or maneuver content in the app (deep links)

Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course for iOS now includes the latest Aviation Intelligence features:
- ChatFAR >  Enter any question related to Private pilot operations or flight training, and our AI legal expert will explain the applicable regulations in plain English
- ChatDPE > Start a checkride prep session with ChatDPE, a virtual pilot examiner, for interactive study sessions that simulate the experience of the oral exam portion of a Private Pilot practical test

Includes two new Flight Instructor Focus video segments in the Steep Turns and Slow Flight lessons in the Private Pilot course, to provide real-world tips from Sporty’s CFIs on how to master these flight maneuvers.

New Airline Transport Pilot Test and Checkride Prep Course

We’ve teamed up with ASA to integrate their trusted ATP Prepware® into our proven training platform.
-Study guides and dedicated test and checkride prep for Airline Transport Pilot Multiengine Airplane (ATM).
-Checkride prep flashcards using questions from the industry-standard ASA Oral Exam Guide.

New Airline Transport Pilot Test and Checkride Prep Course

We’ve teamed up with ASA to integrate their trusted ATP Prepware® into our proven training platform.
-Study guides and dedicated test and checkride prep for Airline Transport Pilot Multiengine Airplane (ATM).
-Checkride prep flashcards using questions from the industry-standard ASA Oral Exam Guide.