Flight Gear Backup Batteries
The iPad has transformed aviation, replacing stacks of paper charts and bulky materials with streamlined digital tools like ForeFlight. Recognizing its impact early on, Sporty’s saw how essential the iPad would become for pilots. However, one limitation of this revolutionary tool remains—battery life. No matter how advanced each new iPad model gets, long flights and constant use can drain your device, potentially leaving you without critical information mid-flight.
To keep pilots powered up, Sporty’s has carefully selected three battery packs suited for a variety of devices and pilot needs. These options ensure that, whether you’re on a short hop or a cross-country journey, your devices stay charged and ready.
1. Flight Gear Emergency Backup Battery (2,000 mAh) - Never worry about a drained battery mid-flight with our Emergency Backup Battery. Designed with pilots in mind, this compact, cockpit-friendly power bank ensures that your essential devices stay charged throughout your flight. With built-in Type-C and Lightning charging cords, it’s compatible with a range of aviation tools, from iPads running ForeFlight to smartphones and GPS units. Lightweight yet powerful, it’s the ultimate backup to keep your tech ready when you need it most—so you can focus on flying, not battery levels. Not our strongest battery pack with 2,000 mAh, but definitely our most convenient and versatile with its small stature.
Specifications:
- 2,000 mAh - Anything is better than the dead device. Can get your phone about ⅓ fully charged or a tablet about 20%
- LED Indicator to monitor your battery level
- Built-in flashlight/strobe light
Measures 2.75”h x 1.75”w x 0.5” d
2. Flight Gear Backup Battery (10,000mAh) With 10,000mAh of power, this slim and portable backup battery is perfect for pilots, fitting easily in any flight bag or pocket. Its updated design offers four charging options: built-in Lightning and USB-C cables that tuck neatly into the case, ensuring you’re never without a cable, a USB-A port for additional flexibility, and a 15W MagSafe wireless charging pad on the front. We routinely charge multiple devices at once. Ideal for powering mobile phones, tablets, or aviation devices, it’s a reliable companion for every flight.
Specifications:
- Safety features that constantly monitor the battery health for any concerns - including temperature control, over-charge, over-discharge, and over-voltage
- 10,000 mAh battery capacity
- Four charging outputs - USB-C & Lightning cable built into the device. One USB-C in/out & USB-A Out ports
- Wireless Magsafe charging with 15-watts of charging power
3. Flight Gear Giant Backup Battery (20,000 mAh) This 20,000 mAh backup battery delivers serious power, perfect for pilots who need to keep their devices running during long flights. With two 3-amp USB ports, it can charge multiple iPads simultaneously—even while in use. It features four total USB ports, including three standard USB-A ports for universal compatibility and one USB-C output port, ideal for iPad Pros and other modern devices. Dependable and versatile, it’s a must-have for powering essential tech in the cockpit.
Specifications:
- Intelligent charging that detects the optimal charging current for any connected device and delivers that power.
- 20,000 mAh battery capacity - enough to charge a standard iPad approximately two full times.
- Contains a micro-USB, USB type-C, and lightning input ports.
- Contains a 3-amp USB type-C (Power Delivery), 3-amp USB type-A (Standard USB Port), 2.4-amp USB type-A (Standard USB Port), and 2.4-amp USB type-A (Standard USB Port)
- Includes micro-USB charging cable.
- Slim design that can fit in many flight bag pockets
