Tailwheel
Flying a tailwheel requires a pilot to develop superior stick-and-rudder skills, especially during takeoff and landing phases. This is because tailwheel aircraft tend to be much less forgiving than nose-wheel aircraft with substandard technique. Enjoy the nostalgia of how flight originated with this rating! Requirements:
- Any age for instruction. 16 to solo and earn the endorsement.
- Be able to read, write, and converse fluently in English.
- Obtain an approved FAA medical certificate.
Flight Training
Receive and log flight training from an authorized instructor.
Operations
Successfully demonstrate tailwheel operations to proficiency.