Four Winds Aviation - The Best Choice in Tail Wheel Instruction and Rental

Our Specialties

raining for aerobatics or your tail wheel endorsement can be one of the most rewarding things you can ever do for yourself as a pilot. If you have noticed, all the fun aircraft to fly have tail wheels. A large majority of the current kit built aircraft, along with the new Sport Pilot aircraft that are in the market place, have tail wheels. One of the most popular kit built aircraft series is Vans RV aircraft. Most builders opt for the tail wheel, because those pilots are in the know when it comes to how fun and enlightening conventional gear aircraft can be. The dream of owning that EDGE 540, like those that pilots are flying in the Red Bull Air Races, the Sukhoi SU-26, SU-29, Yak 55, Extra 200 or Extra 300, Pitts S2A, S2B or S2C, Pitts Model 12, Giles 202, Christian Eagle II, Laser, or the newly designed HX-580, a 350 horsepower, 2 seat, unlimited aerobatic machine, or any other outstanding "SUPER" performance aircraft, will never materialize if you don't take the steps necessary to acquire that aerobatic and tail wheel training. You will also Christian Eagle II find that tail wheel aircraft are more specialized and require higher levels of precision while landing. Now what Pilot doesn't want to be known by fellow pilots as the best at what they do? Four Winds Aviation has the experience to train you to be the best tail wheel pilot you can be.

Most schools don't teach tail wheel because the number of qualified tail wheel instructors has declined (even through the number of sport aviation tail wheels booms!). Additionally, tail wheel aircraft have garnered an undeserved reputation over the years as difficult to fly, so many schools shy away from them. At Four Winds Aviation, aerobatics and tail wheels are our specialty!

So whether you are out to learn gentleman's aerobatics, want to compete in IAC sanctioned competitions or you just want to get that tail wheel endorsement you have been thinking about for so long, we are here to help you reach your aviation goals. We have helped hundreds of pilots meet their personal challenges head on, and also help pilots meet those insurance requirements for that new toy.

ICAS Aerobatic Competency Evaluator - (ACE) : ON STAFF!

If you are in need of obtaining or renewing your FAA Low Level Waiver, our on staff Evaluator and long time air show performer can make it happen. Please call for an appointment and details. This evaluation "MUST" be scheduled in advanced for proper planning.

Call now for details: 469-766-3500

Emergency Maneuvers, Upset Recovery Training & Basic Aerobatics

Pitts S2B Four Winds Aviation's EMT, Unusual Attitude and Upset Flight training courses are designed to make SAFER pilots. Pilots begin their training in the classroom, where they learn how critical failures can cause upsets and are instructed on how to recover from such events. Flight training is then taught and pilots are trained to recover from extreme aircraft attitudes in either our Super Decathlon or Pitts S2B aircraft. Extensive Spin training and recovery techniques are also covered.

This training is crucial and extremely beneficial to all pilots and Corporate Flight Departments can use this as part of their annual training curriculum. As a possible added benefit, this specialized training could lower your insurance costs if your insurer offers this type of discount.

Our basic aerobatic training is designed for pilots who want to learn and achieve proficiency in aileron rolls, barrel rolls, loops, Cuban eights, hammerheads, upright spins and split S maneuvers. The course and number of flights will be tailored to your personal experience level.

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Learning aerobatics simply makes you a better pilot. Our flight instructors will sit down and map out an "action plan" based on your specific requirements. We do this to provide you the "best value for your flight training dollars.

Light Sport Certificate Pilot Training in a 2007 Legend Cub!

Four Winds Aviation offers pilot training specific to the Light Sport Certificate. This newly offered FAA rating is unique in that once a pilot is certified, does not require that Pilot In Command to hold an FAA Medical Certificate. The wonderful thing about this is it throws open the doors to aviation that have been closed to individuals who have felt they could not pass a 3rd Class Medical Exam. Fear no more! Four Winds Aviation can help you achieve your dream of becoming a pilot.

There are some special caveat's to the "No Medical" requirements, and we will be glad to discuss these with you. The Light Sport Category is not just for new pilot's either. If you're already an active pilot, you too can fly the Light Sport aircraft. And, in the future, should you choose to let your your medical expire, your still GOLDEN!

So come out and FLY this wonderful aircraft! Stop dreaming about flying a Cub and come do it!

Call us today for more information on the aircraft and training requirements. This is definitely the least expensive way to become a PILOT!!