taildragger Archives

After nearly 75 years, the basic Tailwind design remains sound. [Credit: LeRoy Cook]

The Wittman Tailwind

LeRoy Cook - July 22, 2026 0

Ten hours of dual instruction in a tailwheel-equipped aircraft is usually required for proficiency. [Credit: AdobeStock]

Learning How to Drag Your Tail

LeRoy Cook - July 15, 2026 3

In Case You Missed It

Down To Earth

Amy Laboda - July 19, 2011 0

The founders of the Solar Impulse Project build on their successes with a planned around-the-world flight and a stopover at the Paris Air Show. By Amy Laboda.

Members of the North Idaho High School Aerospace Program gathered at KSZT [Credit: North Idaho High School Aerospace Program]

North Idaho High School Student ACES Fly the Aircraft They Built

Randall Brink - February 9, 2026 1

New FAA Airworthiness Certificates for Van's RV-12 and Zenith CH 750.

Rotax Training for the 9 Series

Vic Syracuse - March 28, 2020 5

Lockwood Aviation helps you get a full understanding of the four-stroke Rotax.

Aero ‘lectrics

Jim Weir - April 16, 2015 0

Electrical potpourri.