ADVANCED TAILWHEEL TRAINING, LLC.

Serious Business and just Plane Fun

3127 CREVE COEUR MILL RD
St. Louis, MO 63146
ph: 636-236-5142
dillardrg@att.net

Client Comments

Once in a lifetime experience.

After finishing my commercial rating, I was kind of burned out from flight training. I decided to do something fun in a airplane, and at the same time get another endorsement. So I began flying with Ron in the Citabria to get my tail wheel sign off.

I was back to basic flying, looking out the window, getting the feel of the airplane, and learning how to correct my own mistakes. I was using my aviation knowledge and passion of flying together. I learned much more than in any basic flight school.

Ron is a great teacher who goes beyond strict flight training. He knows what you will need and makes sure you truly understand what to do in the airplane. His teaching is straight to the point, safe, and effective.
We went beyond basics. I flew from the backseat, in crosswinds, etc. I also had the privilege to get some spin training. I will need this experience to get my flight instructor rating.

I highly recommend flying with Ron for fun or for getting to a higher step in flying. One thing is for sure,
you will learn, feel, experience flying, and teaching in a new way.

I can't wait for our next flight.

Harry H. St. Louis

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I have known Ron Dillard for 7 years. He is one of the best instructors for tailwheel training in the country. Ron’s style covers precision, safety, and fun factor in his teaching method. I thought I knew how to fly tailwheels but there is always something new to learn from Ron.

Ron’s instruction may have helped save my life when I had an engine failure over Kentucky.

I have been lucky enough to have great instructors in my career in aviation and Ron rates at the top.

David A. "Austin,Tx"

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I have been flying for 18 years and I have an instrument rating. Ron's upset recovery and spin training gives me experience and training above and beyond what is required for my ratings and makes me a sharper, safer pilot. Ron is an excellent instructor and his lessons are well designed with clear objectives. Ron's flying experience and professionalism is evident in the way he instructs; I learned so much with him on our 1st flight! I think every pilot should complete Ron's advanced tailwheel and spin training classes because it will make them safer pilots...oh, and it is so much FUN too!
Happy Flying

Douglas Pouk
Owner, High Altitude Flying Club

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I would like to thank Mr Ron Dillard for providing me with the best aviation instruction I have had during my flying career. Being a professional and recreational pilot I have received all levels of flight training. Ron provides a wealth of knowledge and skill while delivering and applying it in a manner that is safe, fun and educational.

I have had flight instruction from brand X and left the airport feeling more confused and with a lack of accomplishment. When you leave after a lesson with Ron you're smiling and saying "that was the most fun flying I have done in a long time." Oh, and by the way you learned a lot of important and useful skills.

One thing I have noticed about flying with other high time experienced instructors is the need for them to always want to show you "look what I can do" style flying, things that they have learned to do that has not killed them to date, while they fail to teach you anything. I can tell you from personal experience this is the complete opposite of what Ron's teaching technique is. He demonstrates real life flight experiences and the correct recovery or safest techniques required to make you a better and more proficient pilot.

Being the owner of a small aviation business I can tell you it is a pleasure to know that there are instructors and pilots like Ron Dillard, providing and maintaining the highest level of educational service and knowledge to the incoming and existing aviation community.

Shannon Franklin

Franklin Air Services

314-800-7377

ATP-MEL-MES-COMM-SEL-SES-CFI-CFII-MEI

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Ron,

Thank you so much for your help in my unusual attitude and spin training. Your method of instruction made me feel very comfortable yet confident in my abilities to recover. I was very much at ease and I would credit this towards the encouragement, patience and knowledge you put forth. The information you present to study as a prerequisite helped in understanding and meeting the requirements to complete this training in a timely manner. This in turn was a very big savings on my part. I look forward to completing my tail wheel training with you soon.

Rick M. __________________________________________________________________________

Spin Avoidance and Recovery Course, 11/08/2009

Clear instructions and good pointers ahead of tasks, good progression of course going step by step, I feel good about my recovery abilities after completing the course. I enjoyed flying with you and love the Citabria, a great plane and fun to fly. I would recommend this course to others.

Martin W.

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Tailwheel Transition Course and Spin Avoidance and Recovery Course, 11/09/2009

You have a well thought out structure for the course, I like having a syllabus and the prepared reading material you offer.

What you offer in your course is far more than just how to fly a taildragger, it's how to fly ... period. Your knowledge, skill and personal communication style combine to make the best instructional experience that I've had.

It's all in the name of fun, but I hope you realize the impact you've had on the safety of someone who is persuing this activity, whether recreationally or professionally. Hopefully you'll be motivated to keep contributing for a while until you fully retire!

Cary F .

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Tailwheel Transition Course, 12/14/2009

I appreciated the detailed instructions while flying and of maneuvers completed-both positive and negative comments. Your attention to detail was refreshing.

Most pilots are aware of potential problems with mag grounds & decreased RPM at idle with Carb Heat on, but never seen an instructor incorporate checks for those items in the run-up proceedure before. It's obviously good practice. I would recommend this course to others.

Roger M.

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Tailwheel Transition Course, 04/17/2010

The most fun and exciting flight training I've had to date. I couldn't wait until my next lesson. I'm thouroughly enjoying it. The printed course syllabus helped me understand what "was happening" and what was "going to happen". Solid instruction style I likened to "Speak softly and carry a big stick". Training and instruction were intense (a good thing) without being frightening. The perfect mix needed for this type endorsement and training.

These types of courses should be required to obtain your pilot certificate. My use and understanding of the controls has improved greatly, (especially that big thing called the Rudder). This course has improved my confidence in my flying abilities. It truly is making me a better, safer and more confident pilot. Bottom line...real world skills I will use forever.

I can and will "highly recommend" Ron and the training.

Don't change a thing.

Phil S.

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Spin Avoidance and Recovery Course, 05/ 07/2010

Ron,

I wanted to thank you again for the spin training. I learned a lot from you, and not just about unusual attitudes, spin awareness, and spin recovery. You have a very effective teaching style that really aids the learning process.

Thanks,

Mike.

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Spin Avioidance and Recovery Course, 06/10/2010

Ron,

I enjoyed the relaxed but safe atmosphere. I thought that the flight plan and text were appropriate.

I would recommend this course to others.

Byan T.

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Tailwheel Refresher Course 07/02/2010

Professional approach to instructing with just the right amount of help with emphasis on precision.

Gary R.

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Tailwheel Transition Course 08/28/2010

I liked the whole experience, it was "just plane fun". I appreciated your patience, your direct and clear corrections, suggestions and advice.

Bill W.

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Tailwheel Refresher Course 08/30/2010

Very professionally done. I liked everything about the course.

I have recommended the course to friends. Thanks for a job well done.

Paul B. ________________________________________________________________________________

Spin Avoidance and Recovery Course 09/29/2010

I liked the new experience in a new type aircraft and new type situation. I had fun and feel like I learned something that could save my life. I would recommend this course.

Thanks,

Mark S. ________________________________________________________________________________

Tailwheel Refresher Course 09/23/2010

Flying with you was great. Your teaching style is direct and set me at ease. You are highly knowlegeable and have a natural gift for transfering your knowledge to the student.

I have recommended this course to others several times. I thorougly enjoyed flying with you and look forward to doing so again.

Thanks for everything,

Fred C.

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Tailwheel Refresher and Spin Avoidance and Recovery Courses 09/30/2010

Great courses for the professional pilots that have done a lot of simulator training but not recently experienced "actual flight". A must for private pilots also.

Roger M.

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Tailwheel Transition Course 10/09/2010

Ron Dillard’s years of military and professional flying experience immediately becomes evident after your first meeting. The lesson begins the moment you walk into his hangar and way before you “strap on the airplane”.

Straight away he is asking you to think about wind direction, field conditions and how they are going to affect the way you handle the aircraft. His teaching style is methodical, calm, confident and consistent. Each lesson is well planned, articulated and executed to facilitate the learning process and not waste money.

From pre-flight, start-up, taxi, departure, landing and shut down - safety first is the keystone for each lesson. He sticks to the training syllabus so the student knows what to expect for any given lesson. He readily gives you both encouragement and coaching as needed during the learning process. And he quickly tells you when you have executed a maneuver correctly.

But Ron’s real teaching talent shines when you haven’t executed a maneuver correctly or having difficulty comprehending the steps to a flight maneuver. This is what sets him apart from many other flight instructors. He teaches through demonstration but more importantly by breaking down each maneuver into “bite size” easy to comprehend individual steps that make up the complete flight maneuver.

He teaches the actions to take, in the proper order and at the time they need to be executed. He coaches you to assimilate the steps in your mind that make up the overall flight maneuver. And after a couple of attempts, you’ve mastered the maneuver!

It is truly enjoyable training that yields consistent results that you can safely rely upon in the future.

I would change nothing about the course.

I have already recommended this course to others.

Bryan M.

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Tailwheel Transition Course 10/24/2010

The course met my objectives which were to become familiar with tailwheel operations and techniques.

The course was handled in a professional manner.

The instructor was knowledgeable and ready to go on time and the aircraft was clean and completely operational.

Overall very pleased with the training.

Steve D.

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Tailwheel Transition Course 6/22/2011

Although I enjoyed every aspect of learning how to fly and land a tailwheel aircraft, the most important aspect of the course was the improvement in my overall flying skills. As a direct result of your instruction I now fly in a more fundamentally sound and safe manner. I found within every lesson a learning point that will make me a better pilot.

Your willingness and patience to share your experience and knowledge was the best part of the course.

I would change nothing about the course. The "Tailwheel Basics" paper is well written and I found it helpful to review the paper prior to each lesson. As a low time pilot with limited experience the review of each session helped me capture the key lessons from each flight.

I have already recommended the course to others.

Ron, you are an excellent instructor and a skilled, safety conscious aviator. For a relatively inexperienced pilot such as myself, this course exceeded my expectations. Not only did I have the wonderful experience of flying with someone of your talent but also the opportunity to fly the always fun Citabria.

I refreshed my stale knowledge and skills of the fundamentals of flight and in the process bacame a more precise, safer and all round better pilot.

I had the opportunity to learn from a terrific instructor in a fun airplane. What could be better than that

Rick H.

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Spin Avoidance and Recovery Training 12/10/2011

I liked the instructive conversation during the session, it informed and relaxed me. I would recommend this course to others.

Michael M.

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Tailwheel Transition Course 01/03/2012

I was able to accomplish what I set out to do. The training sessions were all right to the point with just the right length of time for each. I wouldn't change a thing about the course.

I really enjoyed the course and would recommend it to others.

Joe B.

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3127 CREVE COEUR MILL RD
St. Louis, MO 63146
ph: 636-236-5142
dillardrg@att.net