WingsOnWheels
Well Known Member
I am currently building a 6A. I'm at that stage in the fuselage build where it would be very easy to switch to a tailwheel and am having some second thoughts about my choice.
I chose to build a 6A because I have zero tailwheel time and a tricycle is what I know and am comfortable with. However, I like the looks of the tailwheel better and it is also a bit faster. The 6 is also a bit easier to build, but the difference is minor. Since I haven't flown a tailwheel before, I have no idea what to expect.
I am also a little concerned with the nosegear failures on soft-surface runways. I do plan to find some out of the way strips when this is done, and is would seem that the A is not well suited for rough strips.
Are there any other 6 builders that went that direction without previous tailwheel experience? What was the transition like?
Thanks
I chose to build a 6A because I have zero tailwheel time and a tricycle is what I know and am comfortable with. However, I like the looks of the tailwheel better and it is also a bit faster. The 6 is also a bit easier to build, but the difference is minor. Since I haven't flown a tailwheel before, I have no idea what to expect.
I am also a little concerned with the nosegear failures on soft-surface runways. I do plan to find some out of the way strips when this is done, and is would seem that the A is not well suited for rough strips.
Are there any other 6 builders that went that direction without previous tailwheel experience? What was the transition like?
Thanks