Sporty’s Acquires PilotWorkshops

By Eric Radtke
Feb 3, 2025

A partnership rooted in aviation excellence and poised for growth

Batavia, Ohio–February 3, 2025

Sporty’s, the leader in aviation education, is excited to announce the acquisition of PilotWorkshops, a trusted name in pilot proficiency training. This partnership unites two organizations with a shared mission: to make flying safer, easier, and more enjoyable for pilots everywhere.

Founded by a flight instructor, Sporty’s has been at the forefront of aviation education for more than 60 years. From the first training programs in the 1960s to an active flight school to our comprehensive suite of online tools for pilots, education has always been at the heart of what Sporty’s offers. Combining forces with PilotWorkshops and their talented team of educators creates natural synergies and sets the stage for incredible new learning opportunities.

Since 2005, PilotWorkshops has provided online training courses and Pilot-Friendly™ manuals that share practical lessons for GA pilots, while their unique VFR and IFR Mastery series has helped pilots achieve a higher standard of safety and excellence. With a team of award-winning instructors, their training programs have been trusted by over 200,000 pilots who strive to stay proficient and confident in the cockpit.

What Customers Can Expect

You can count on continuity: The PilotWorkshops team remains unchanged, and their trusted products will continue to be available without price changes or interruptions.
You can count on collaboration: Together, Sporty’s and PilotWorkshops will develop innovative resources that build on our combined expertise, delivering the best possible training to pilots at all skill levels.
You can count on easy access: PilotWorkshops’ popular training materials are also available through Sporty’s (Sportys.com), providing a seamless way to find all the tools you need to succeed in one place.

“PilotWorkshops was founded with the goal of helping pilots improve their skills and confidence,” remarked its founder, Mark Robidoux. “By teaming up with Sporty’s, we’re taking that mission to the next level. Together, we’ll expand our reach while maintaining the exceptional quality our customers have come to know and expect.”

John Zimmerman, president and CEO of Sporty’s, highlighted the shared vision between the two companies: “Sporty’s has always been about more than just products—we’re here to inspire and educate pilots. Our partnership with PilotWorkshops strengthens our commitment to aviation education. This is about building something bigger than the sum of its parts to benefit the entire aviation community.”

At Sporty’s, we believe that all pilots deserve the tools and training needed to succeed, whether they’re just starting out or looking to expand existing skills. With the addition of PilotWorkshops to our family, we’re doubling down on our dedication to supporting pilots everywhere.

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