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Old 17th Apr 2006, 09:34
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poteroo
 
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: Albany, West Australia
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Keep It Positive

After doing around 75 tailwheel endorsements,mostly in Supercubs and Cessna 170/180, I've settled on something like this:

Time for me to stretch the legs. Just remember to check the windsock. You'll really enjoy this - it's probably better than your 1st solo!

In Australia it's not mandatory to 'solo' anyone before finalising their tailwheel endorsement - but I have a strong belief that the job's not really done until the pilot actually solo's in the presence of the instructor. Anything less isn't indicative of confidence in the training process!

happy days,
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