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Tailwheel aircraft demand precision, coordination, and discipline. Flying Sparks offers comprehensive tailwheel training, designed to help pilots:

• Learn the takeoff and landing techniques unique to conventional-gear aircraft

• Master ground handling and directional control

• Build confidence in tailwheel aircraft

Training is ideal for pilots seeking a tailwheel endorsement as well as those looking to knock off the rust and refresh existing tailwheel skills.

Spin training builds confidence and deepens a pilot’s understanding of aircraft behavior at the edge of the flight envelope. Flying Sparks provides spin training that emphasizes:

• Spin awareness and prevention

• Proper spin entry and recovery techniques

• A foundational understanding of aerodynamics and the roles it plays in the entrance, development, and exiting of spins
  
  

This training meets FAA spin endorsement requirements for those working towards their initial Flight Instructor checkride and focuses on real-world application, risk management, and pilot proficiency.

The Citabria is a classic tailwheel aircraft that rewards proper stick-and-rudder skills. Flying Sparks provides Citabria transition training for pilots who are:

• New to the Citabria aircraft

• Transitioning from tricycle-gear or other tailwheel aircraft

• Seeking greater confidence and proficiency in the Citabria

Training focuses on aircraft-specific handling characteristics, emergency procedures, energy management, and overall aircraft familiarity to ensure safe, confident operation.