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.
Sporty’s Introduces Commercial Pilot Test Prep Course
Sporty’s latest training course will help pilots earn a Commercial pilot certificate, an essential step on the way to a job as a flight...
Friday photo: practicing social distancing at a grass strip
The moment: Practicing social distancing at a grass strip in the country
The pilot: Anonymous
The place: Southwestern Ohio
The aircraft: Citabria
The memory: A much-needed solo escape...
10 aviation activities to get you through COVID-19 and a FREE course from Sporty’s
Does the COVID-19 crisis have you down? Yes, unprecedented recommendations and orders have made it challenging to get that aviation fix, but blue skies are ahead and there are activities to participate in right now so that you’re ready to hit the ground running. Here are 10 aviation activities you can participate in right now to help keep you connected.
Sporty’s webinar video: 20 questions to test your aviation knowledge
How much do you know about weather, airspace, aerodynamics, and flight planning? You’ll find out in this webinar video from Sporty's. The pilots at...
Friday photo: first flight after 23 years in the US Air Force
The moment: First flight after 23 year in the US Air Force
The pilot: Eric Krouse (left) with instructor and friend Andrew
The place: Gwinnett County...
Friday photo: Sam Stauss CFI checkride
The moment: Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) checkride
The pilot: Sam Stauss
The place: Clermont County Airport, (I69), Batavia, OH.
The aircraft: C172
The memory: This occasion is fulfilling...
Webinar video: Flight Review – tips for getting current
Sporty's Academy Chief Instructor, Eric Radtke, shares insightful tips on knocking off the aviation rust and regaining your pilot currency. Topics include medical requirements,...
AIM updated – summary of Change 1
Aeronautical Information Manual Change 1 was recently published with updates taking effect January 30. Updates include:
1−1−12. NAVAIDS with Voice
4−2−14. Communications for VFR Flights
7−1−10. Inflight...
6 professional development tips for aspiring pilots
The aviation job market has never been stronger. As an aspiring professional pilot, the opportunities are limitless. As a result, enrollment in collegiate aviation...
Friday photo: helicopter solo, airplane solo and Private Glider all in the same day
A special congratulations on behalf of Sporty's and Student Pilot News to Frankie Fremont who celebrated a memorable 16th birthday by soloing a helicopter (R22), airplane (C172) AND earning his Private pilot glider all in the same day. Congratulations Frankie on an amazing feat!
