Best Of The Web: Taildragger Sim

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Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • Aviation YouTuber Trent Palmer notes that many tailwheel aircraft ground loops result from new pilots lacking fundamental rudder and brake control.
  • To address this, Palmer created a tailwheel ground simulator.
  • This simulator aims to teach essential ground handling skills safely, helping pilots maintain straight rolls without risking expensive aircraft.
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Aviation YouTuber Trent Palmer says far too many tailwheel airplanes get wrecked in ground loops because new pilots don’t have the basic rudder and brake feel to keep them rolling straight on the runway. He’s designed a tailwheel ground simulator to help impart that essential skill without risking expensive hardware.

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