

Tail-Dragger training in the Citabria "7GCBC" allows pilots to experience the old-day challenge of flying the classical tail-wheel airplane and will increase flight proficiency and capabilities.
Applicant must satisfy all training criteria as outlined in the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
Forced Approach - Slow Flight
Go-Around - Steep Turn
Stalls
The Tail-Dragger checkout course is based on a progressive series of seven lesson plans. There are no minimum or maximum hours allotted, nor are there any minimum cross-country or ground school requirements.
Navigation exercises and lessons will not be formally included in the Tail-Dragger checkout. The Instructor Pilot will use his/her discretion in determining whether the candidate has demonstrated a satisfactory level of proficiency regarding the following:
Local Area, Airspace and Radio Frequencies
Isolated Topographical and/or Meteorological Considertion eg. Box Canyon
Students who do not display proficient knowledge of these items may not be permitted to rent aircraft from Southern Skies Aviation Ltd. This will be at the discretion of the Operations Manager, under advisement from the Instructor Pilot and the Chief flight Instructor.
(Applicable taxes will be added)
Dual flight in our Citabria will be billed @ $175/hour
Solo flight in our Citabria will be billed @ $130/hour
Ground Brief/Instruction will be billed @ $50/hour
Additional Expenses:
As the Captain of your own aircraft, we invite you to use this training program in the continual process of education and the pursuit of excellence.
Prospective Commercial Pilot applicants should consider the Southern Skies Aviation Ltd. 10 month Integrated Commercial Pilot Course to achieve their aviation goals. This 10 month, intensive course includes the Private Pilot License, Night Rating, VFR-OTT, Basic Aerobatics, Emergency Maneuver Training, Mountain Performance Courses, Instrument Training, Multi-Engine Rating and an intensive ground school. No prior aviation experience required - credit may be offered for Private Pilot License. Be an employable commercial pilot in 10 months!
To apply for any Southern Skies Aviation Ltd. course, please complete this Application Form and send it via email, fax or in person to Southern Skies Aviation Ltd.
For further information please contact Southern Skies Aviation Ltd. directly.