Our Services

Tailwheel & Kitfox
​Ground Instruction

$150/hr
Convenient ground instruction online or in person
  • Introduction to Tailwheel and Kitfox Aircraft: Overview of tailwheel and Kitfox aircraft, differences from tricycle gear.
  • Aerodynamics and Handling: Understand why tailwheel aircraft handle differently on the ground and the additional factor in tailwheel takeoffs.
  • Pre-Flight Considerations: Detailed walk-through of pre-flight inspections, focusing on tailwheel-specific checks.
  • Landing Techniques: Discussion on three-point and wheel landings, approach strategies, and crosswind considerations.
  • Safety and Best Practices: Common challenges and tips to prevent accidents, emphasizing tailwheel-specific safety measures.​​

Kitfox Introductory Flight

2 hours (1hr flight time)
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Kitfox STi (wet) and CFI $475/hr
Kitfox LSA (wet) and CFI $375/hr)
Ground Instruction $150/hr
  • Pre-Flight Briefing: Overview of the flight plan, aircraft controls, and safety procedures
  • Introduction to Controls: Hands-on experience with the basic controls of the Kitfox under the guidance of an instructor.
  • In-Flight Experience: Basic maneuvers, including straight-and-level flight, gentle turns, and simple climb and descent.
  • Landing Demonstration: Instructor-led landing, showcasing the Kitfox's STOL capabilities.
  • Post-Flight Debrief: Review of the flight experience with feedback and discussion of next steps in training.

Kitfox Type Training

Duration: 5-15 hours
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Kitfox STi (wet) and CFI $475/hr
Kitfox LSA (wet) and CFI $375/hr
Ground Instruction $150/hr
  • Pre-flight and Post-flight briefings
  • Aircraft Familiarization: Introduction to the Kitfox, including its unique features and performance characteristics.
  • Pre-Flight and Systems: Detailed walkthrough of Kitfox pre-flight checks and understanding its systems.
  • Flight Maneuvers: Training in basic and advanced maneuvers specific to the Kitfox, including slow flight, stalls, and steep turns.
  • Off-Airport Operations: Techniques for safe operations in off-airport environments, including short takeoff and landing (STOL) procedures.
  • Cross-Country Planning: Flight planning and execution for cross-country flights in a Kitfox, focusing on navigation and fuel management.

Tailwheel Endorsement 

Learn how to fly a tailwheel airplane!

Typical Duration: 10-25 hours
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Kitfox LSA (wet) and CFI $375/hr​
Citabria (wet) and CFI $330-350/hr
Ground Instruction $150/hr
  • Pre-flight and Post-flight briefings
  • Basic and Advanced Maneuvers: Tailwheel ground handling, takeoffs, and 3-point landings, wheel landings, and crosswind landings.
  • Emergency Procedures: Training on how to handle tailwheel-specific emergencies, including ground loops and brake failures.
  • Short and Soft Field Operations: Techniques for operating in short, soft, and unprepared fields common with tailwheel aircraft.

Tailwheel Proficiency Training


Knock of the rust if it has been a while since you have flown a tailwheel!

Typical Duration: 5-20 hours
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Kitfox (wet) and CFI $475/hr
Kitfox LSA (wet) and CFI $375/hr​
​Citabria (wet) and CFI $330-350/hr
Ground Instruction $150/hr
  • Pre-flight and Post-flight briefings
  • Basic and Advanced Maneuvers: Tailwheel ground handling, takeoffs, and 3-point landings, wheel landings, and crosswind landings.
  • Emergency Procedures: Training on how to handle tailwheel-specific emergencies, including ground loops and brake failures.
  • Short and Soft Field Operations: Techniques for operating in short, soft, and unprepared fields common with tailwheel aircraft.

Spin Training


Typical Duration: 4-8 hours
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Citabria (wet) and CFI $330-350/hr
Ground Instruction $150/hr
  • Pre-flight and Post-flight briefings
  • Learn the preconditions for a spin, the stages of a spin, and how to recover.
  • Learn how CG affects CF spin characteristics.
  • Flight training in spin entries and recoveries from various flight scenarios.
  • Provide 61.183(i) endorsement if you are training for your CFI.

Flight Review

Typical Duration: 4 hours
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​Citabria (wet) and CFI $330-350/hr
Kitfox LSA (wet) and CFI $375/hr
Ground Instruction $150/hr
  • Meets FAR 61.56(a) Requirements
  • Regulation Review: Refresher on current FAA regulations and airspace requirements tailored to fit your normal flight environment.
  • Aircraft Systems and Procedures: Review of aircraft's systems, emergency procedures, and best practices.
  • Flight Maneuvers: Practice of key maneuvers, including stalls, steep turns, and emergencies and abnormal situations.
  • Landings and Takeoffs: Focus on perfecting landings and takeoffs in various conditions, including crosswinds.
  • Debrief and Recommendations: Post-flight review with tailored recommendations for further improvement or additional training.

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