Originally Posted by jetbrett
Tailwheel time might not help you as much but going for a few burns in a 185 will, close to handling a 206 and there is a lot of float 180's and 185's out there so that could be an advantage. If what you are doing is to primarily to get you a job I would spend my money elsewhere, like doing some hours on a 206 or 210. Have Fun JB
Ah, the joys of a conventional undercarriage. Do it.
As JT points out you will achieve a whole new understanding of ground handling, even taxiing in a strong cross wind or quartering wind requires ‘flying’ the aircraft. Control of the aircraft during take-off and landing is also a skill few tricycle pilots develop. Your crosswind take-off and landing technique will be superior.
A C185 on floats … an injustice to a damn fine aeroplane!