Flying the Tail Wheel Airplane: Key Points for Becoming a Great Stick and Rudder Pilot

by Jim Alsip

As a licensed pilot, have you ever wondered why pilots who fly tailwheel airplanes are always smiling? While the FAA requires additional training to earn a tail wheel endorsement, those who master the requisite skills never look back from this fun, rewarding adventure. Now, seasoned flight instructor Jim Alsip delivers Flying the Tail Wheel Stick and Rudder Skills for All Pilots. With numerous photographs, diagrams, and concise key points, this accessible, expert resource is certain to chart any pilot’s course to achieving his or her tail wheel endorsement.

104 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 19, 2012

Reviews

[Kenneth Lane · Rating 5 out of 5]

great starter text for a tailwheel endorsement

ChatGPT brought me here, and it was well worth the read in preparation for my tailwheel endorsement training.

Quick read, well done.