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The Wheel Landing: Flying the Airplane All the Way to the Ground

Three-point landings get the glory in tailwheel training. Wheel landings are the technique that proves you actually fly the airplane. Here's what's happening when you do one right.
Tailwheel3 min read

The Three-Point Landing: What's Actually Happening When It All Comes Together

The three-point landing looks effortless when it's done right — but that moment when all three wheels kiss the runway simultaneously is the result of precise energy management, perfect timing, and a lot of patience. Here's what's actually happening in those final few seconds.