Getting started with IFR training – tips for ensuring success
Earning an instrument rating is a rewarding experience that will give you confidence and make your pilot’s license more powerful. Here’s how to get off to a fast start on your training.
About 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 serves as Chief Instructor at Sporty's Academy and directs the University of Cincinnati’s Professional Pilot Training Program. In addition, Eric serves as a Captain in a Cincinnati-based corporate flight department.
Entries by Eric Radtke
How to fly the perfect short field takeoff and climb
/in Tips and technique/by Eric RadtkeTakeoff power should be applied smoothly while holding the brakes until the maximum obtainable engine power. Once the brakes are released, adjust the airplane’s pitch to attain minimum drag and maximum acceleration. As we reach the recommended roation speed, apply back-elevator pressure until reaching the appropriate Vx attitude.
Are you fit for flight?
/in News/by Eric Radtke“Are You Fit for Flight?” discusses the importance of checking in with yourself before each flight to make sure you are nourished, hydrated, rested, and emotionally fit to fly.
Pilots can help shape the future of weather products by completing this survey
/in News/by Eric RadtkePilots can play an active role in shaping the future of weather products provided by the FAA by participating in this weather survey.
Chart smart: Why does Lorain County Regional have a box around its name?
/in Tips and technique/by Eric RadtkeA box around the airport name indicates an airport for which a special air traffic rule has been established.
How to fly a perfect soft field approach and landing
/in Tips and technique/by Eric RadtkeSoft field techniques can be deployed for landing areas that have soft or rough surfaces such as grass, snow, or even gravel. The objective when landing on these types of surfaces is to touch down as smoothly as possible and at the slowest possible landing speed – minimum controllable airspeed as opposed to a full […]
LIFT Academy adds Sporty’s online training courses
/in News/by Eric RadtkeLIFT Academy has partnered with Sporty’s to provide online training courses to its students. This collaboration between Sporty’s and LIFT Academy grants students access to a range of valuable learning resources including Sporty’s Learn To Fly Course and Instrument Rating Course.
EAA accepting applications for 2024 scholarship program
/in News/by Eric RadtkeMore than $1 million dollars in awards is available through the 2024 EAA Scholarship Program and awarded to those who show the greatest potential to be actively engaged in aviation.
Webinar video: What’s new in Sporty’s 2024 Pilot Training Courses
/in Webinars/by Eric RadtkeBret Koebbe discusses the new features in Sporty’s 2024 pilot training courses in this webinar video sponsored by Sporty’s. This presentation includes a live demonstration of the latest features, and offers tips on how to save time and money during your flight training with Sporty’s courses.
Webinar video: What you should know about home flight simulation
/in Webinars/by Eric RadtkeFlight simulators have exploded in popularity over the last year. With new software options, impressive flight controls, and EFB app integration, it has never been easier to use a home flight simulator for real training (in addition to fun). In this fast-paced webinar presentation, Chris McGonegle, a commercial pilot and Sporty’s flight simulator expert, will discuss how to use simulators effectively.
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