Tailwheel takeoff goes bad

This September 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Piper Pacer. Injuries: None. Location: Bozeman, Mont. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The flight instructor said he was giving the private pilot some training in tailwheel aircraft. He told the pilot that the rudder pedals were very sensitive. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on September 18th, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.