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Certified Flight Instructors
Sporty's Academy's staff of professional instructors are dedicated to creating a safe and enjoyable learning environment. Our instructors are experienced, knowledgeable and share a passion for flying and education. Call us at 1.513.735.9100 or email fly@sportysacademy.com to schedule your first lesson or contact one of our CFIs below directly to schedule your first lesson.
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David Zitt
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Title: Flight School Manager
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII, CFI-G, CFI-ME
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Cincinnati, Ohio
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x264
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"Ever since I took my first ride in a Gulfstream, I knew I wanted to be a pilot."
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| Eric Radtke |
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Title: President, Sporty's Academy, Inc., FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Certified Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII, ATP, Gold Seal, AGI, NAFI Master Flight Instructor
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Cincinnati, OH
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x352
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"If we are walking around the airport, I want to teach the student who looks up each time an airplane passes overhead."
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| Paul E. Jurgens II |
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Title: Vice President Sporty's Academy, Chief Instructor-Multiengine & Glider Operations, Assistant Chief Instructor-Single Engine Airplanes, FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Certified Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Ground Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI-SE, CFI-IA, CFI-ME, CFI-G, AGI, IGI, ATP-MEL, SES, Com-SEL and Glider, Dispatcher, Gold Seal, NAFI Master Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Ground Instructor
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Education: Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Miami University
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Originally From: New Paris, OH
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x212
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"I love the challenge of flight without an engine, especially the landings."
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Bret Koebbe
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Title: Vice President Sporty's Academy, Check Airman, FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Certified Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII, MEI, ATP, CE-500 Type Rating, IGI, AGI, Gold Seal, NAFI Master Flight Instructor
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Cincinnati, OH
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x231
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"I like teaching people who see flying as an enjoyment, not necessarily a career."
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Andy Capetillo
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Title: FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor, Advanced Ground Instructor, NAFI Master Certified Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI,CFII, MEI, CFI-G, AGI, ATP, LR-JET Type Rating, Commercial ASES, Gold Seal, NAFI Master Instructor
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Toledo, Ohio
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x292
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"This job is fun, challenging, and rewarding especially seeing a student progress from their first solo to becoming a commercial pilot."
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Eric Francis
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Title: Senior Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Certified Flight Instructor, Check Airman
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII, MEI, IGI, ATP, LR-JET, LR-60, CL604, Gold Seal, NAFI Master Flight Instructor
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Education: University of Cincinnati, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Originally From: Independence, Kentucky
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x289
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"I work hard to keep the lessons efficient and enjoyable. As a Flight Instructor, it is very rewarding to share my passion for aviation and help other people create their own adventures."
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Matt Meyer
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Title: Gold Seal Flight Instructor, Advanced Ground Instructor,
NAFI Master Certified Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: ATP, CFI, CFII, MEI, CFI-G, Gold Seal, AGI, NAFI Master Flight Instructor
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Education: University of Cincinnati; Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Originally From: Cincinnati, Ohio
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x262
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"Flying is thrilling freedom. As humans, we value our freedom. For me, flying is the best way to celebrate it."
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Michael Lack
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Title: FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Certified Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII, MEI, Commercial, AGI, Gold Seal, NAFI Master Flight Instructor
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Education: University of Cincinnati; Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
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Originally From: Cincinnati, Ohio
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x303
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"I've always been interested in airplanes."
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Keith Landrum
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Title: Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI, NAFI Master Flight Instructor
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Owensville, Ohio
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x372
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"Flying is not only my job, it’s my passion. I take pride in sharing the joy and knowledge of aviation with others. "
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| Braden Bensinger
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII
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Education: Ohio University, University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Fort Collins, Colorado
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x263
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"My dream has always been to turn my hobby into a career. Flying airplanes for a living brings the joy and peace of mind that comes with the fulfillment of that dream."
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Charissa A. Dyer-Kendler, Ph.D.
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI
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Education: Alma College; Wayne State University
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Originally From: Hartland, Michigan
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Contact: 513.739.9100 x 279
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"Dreaming of flying is exciting, but does not begin to compare to the actual sensation of flying. Adventure and challenge await those who turn the dream of flying into reality."
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Ashley Fehrenbach
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI
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Education: University of Cincinnati, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Originally From: Cincinnati, Ohio
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x286
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"Learning to fly can be challenging, but I love seeing how enthusiastic students are on their very first flight lesson, and as a teacher I try to make every lesson fun so they continue to feel this way."
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Rick Hoofring
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII, AGI
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Education: Northern Kentucky University
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Originally From: Fremont, CA
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x295
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"There are many people who say that they have always wanted to learn how to fly. I too had this dream and one day I decided to take the steps necessary to learn. This decision has brought me many hours of fun and excitement. Now as an instructor, I hope to be able to teach and inspire others about the thrills of flying."
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Todd A. Ritchey
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Title: Senior Gold Seal Flight Instructor; Advanced Ground Instructor; Check Airman
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFII, CFI-G, Gold Seal, IGI, ATP, BE-200 and LR-60
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Education: USAF, University of Cincinnati, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Originally From: Goshen, Ohio
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x261
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"I feel extremely fortunate to be able to say I look forward to going to work."
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Eric Schabell
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Cold Spring, Kentucky
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x287
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"Like many people, I've always dreamed of flying. I've been fortunate enough to make that dream come true for myself and my students."
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Colin O'Rourke
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Cincinnati, OH
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x293
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"Life is a journey, why not take the high road? Experience the world from a different angle and join us."
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Timothy Pence
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI, CFI-I, MEI, AGI, IGI
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Cincinnati, OH
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x294
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"I believe that the most rewarding challenge in aviation is training others to fly."
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Laurie Longo
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Title: Flight Instructor
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Current Ratings: CFI-A, CFI-I
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Education: University of Cincinnati
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Originally From: Burlington, KY
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Contact: 513.735.9100 x276
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"I truly enjoy being able to say that I love my job"
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