Tailwheel Training
Ground Training
Before your first flight, we’ll cover the key fundamentals that set tailwheel flying apart:
- Tailwheel aircraft handling characteristics
- Directional control and ground loops
- Center of gravity and pivot point dynamics
- Proper control inputs during taxi, takeoff, and landing
- Crosswind techniques and wind correction angles
- Wheel vs. three-point landings — when and why
- Go-arounds, energy management, and visual cues
You’ll understand the why before we step into the airplane.
In the Airplane
Taxi & Ground Handling
Learn precise control on the ground — steering, braking, wind correction, and anticipating yaw. Master S-turns for visibility and recover smoothly from developing swerves.
Takeoffs
Refine three-point and wheel takeoffs, rudder coordination, tail-liftoff timing, and runway discipline. Includes soft- and short-field techniques.
Landings
Perfect both landing styles with focus on energy management, sight picture, and directional control. Practice bounce recovery and operations on grass or short fields.
Crosswind Work
Develop instinctive coordination and drift correction through real crosswind takeoffs and landings in varied conditions.
Advanced Handling
Build confidence with slow flight, stalls, slips, and recovery techniques. Emphasis on energy management and go-around decision-making.
Endorsement Standards
Earn your FAR 61.31(i) Tailwheel Endorsement after demonstrating consistent control and understanding of tailwheel dynamics.
Average completion: 6–8 flight hours.