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.
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...
Your chance to win a $2,000 seaplane rating scholarship
flyGIRL and Sporty’s have teamed up again to offer a $2,000 seaplane rating scholarship
at Jones Brothers Air & Seaplane Adventures in Tavares, FL! To...
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!
AOPA Flight Training Scholarships
AOPA members are invited to apply for primary and advanced flight training scholarships, made possible through donations to the AOPA Foundation. Last year, 123...
Friday photo: Colin McGilvray commercial pilot checkride
Obtaining my commercial certificate was a big moment for me. Suddenly it seemed as if doors were opened for new opportunities and experiences. I look forward to the adventures and certifications still ahead.
Friday photo: autumn sunset over Kentucky
The moment: picturesque autumn sunset
The place: northern Kentucky near Greater Cincinnati Regional Airport (KCVG)
The aircraft: Cessna Citation
The memory: Blanket of low overcast with the...
Improvements to written testing procedures coming January 13, 2020
New contract for written testing modernizes testing process
The FAA recently awarded a new contract for the development and delivery of FAA written tests (knowledge...
Friday photo: Dave Meere first solo
The moment: First solo
The pilot: Dave Meere (right)
The place: Clermont County Airport, (I69), Batavia, OH.
The aircraft: C172N
The memory: Reaching the point of solo flight had...
Friday photo: special flight with dad
After my father was diagnosed with terminal cancer, I made it my goal to earn my private pilot's license and take him as my first passenger for our last adventure together. The day after my successful checkride, I flew him down to see family near Colorado Springs. It was one of the last weeks he could leave the house, and he passed away a few months later.
