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Taildragger
The nickname of an airplane that sits on its tail with the two main wheels in front and a tailwheel in the rear.
Tailskid
On old World War I type aircraft, or pioneer-type aircraft, there was no tailwheel. A wooden skid was used
to support the tail of the airplane. While this helps slow the airplane during landing, it is useless as an aid
to steering on the ground. The real aircraft with tailskids had to be maneuvered on the ground by ground
crews, who put the tail on a small cart and towed the airplane where they wanted it. For small distances, the
tail was picked-up by hand and the airplane pushed into position by the ground crew.
Tailwheel
The small wheel at the tail of the airplane. This is found on the type of airplane that have the two large
wheels in the front, and the small one in the rear. The airplane sits on its tail.
Throttle
The control that allows the pilot to change the speed of the engine.
Throttle Curve
Throttle Hold
hold the throttle in an idle. Useful when starting, as well as for autorotations.
Thrust
Torque
The force which tends to cause rotation.
Trailing Edge (TE)
The rearmost edge of the wing or stabilizer.
Trainer Airplane
Trainer System