The Evolution of Flight Training: Bob Werderich of Spartan Education Group
A flight school leader on personalized teaching, a big acquisition and why tough weather makes better pilots.
Bob Werderich’s father flew for North Central Airlines. After a football injury changed his plans, Bob found his way into aviation. In Episode 325, he talks about how flight training is changing.
- 01From sports to aviation after an injury
- 02Why personal connections matter in training
- 03Teaching students of every age and learning style
- 04Spartan’s acquisition of Illinois Aviation Academy
- 05Why training in Chicago weather helps
An unplanned career
Time with his father, a North Central Airlines pilot, shaped Bob’s love of flying, and a football injury pushed him toward it.
Teaching every student
He explains the value of adapting to each student’s age, experience and learning style.
Growth
He covers the history of Illinois Aviation Academy, its lengthy acquisition by Spartan, and why difficult weather prepares pilots for the real world.
Bob Werderich
Bob Werderich is a professional pilot and executive vice president of Spartan Flight Operations.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Bob Werderich?
A professional pilot and executive vice president of Spartan Flight Operations.
Is it better to train in bad weather?
Bob argues that training in difficult conditions like Chicago weather better prepares pilots for real-world flying.
