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Old 06-17-2004 | 04:17 AM
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Willdo
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Default RE: Taildragger as first plane?

First flew on a low wing taildragger, and once I had learned to steer it on the ground with the rudder (by taxiing for a few 5 minute sessions plus a few flights on a sim.), it was no problem at all, just ease the throttle on at first till it gets moving then gun it with up elevator and a little right rudder to stop it nosing over and wandering left. (Some do not agree with this method, but on my model it works well), - but be decisive!
A tad of down elevator just as it lifts off lets it climb out at a shallow angle so it can gain speed and prevent a stall.
I didn't use an instructor, ( but if one is available, a good one is invaluable, and is really the best choice). - In which case, disregard my instructions and let him take over!

If I had to learn over again, I would still use a taildragger!