How to Fly a Tailwheel Airplane

Flying a tailwheel airplane offers a back-to-basics experience that enhances fundamental flying skills. In your first tailwheel lesson, you’ll dive into core maneuvers to get comfortable with the unique handling characteristics of a taildragger. The session starts with air work focused on steep turns and spin prevention, along with a demonstration of adverse yaw to understand the natural tendencies of the aircraft. Once you’ve mastered control in the air, it’s time to tackle the classic 3-point landing, a key skill for smooth, controlled touchdowns in tailwheel aircraft.

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