Sporty’s celebrates its 50th

As Hal Shevers prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sporty’s, he shakes his head in disbelief that so much time has passed. “I can’t believe it’s been 50 years,” he says. “But when you are able to pursue your passion, time goes quickly.”

What is also hard to believe is that Shevers, one of the most well-known names in general aviation, almost didn’t become a pilot.

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===> Posted on April 14, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011