About Us
At Adirondack Legacy Aircraft LLC, we provide legacy aircraft to rent for endorsements and time building in Upstate New York.
We also have an AATD Virtual Fly flight simulator to use for training for your instrument rating, and instrument currency if you already are instrument rated.
All aircraft require a check out with an independently contracted CFI approved by Adirondack Legacy Aircraft LLC
How to Get Your Tailwheel Endorsement?
Getting your tailwheel endorsement is easy!
Need an instructor? Adirondack Legacy Aircraft can connect you with an approved independent contracted flight instructor to help you.
Tailwheel endorsements take around 5-10 hours, the weather and pilot skill will determine this amount as need. You will be learning and demonstrating: taxiing, 2-point, 3-point takeoffs, stalls, s-turns, forward slips to landing, 3-point, wheel landings, and crosswind landings.
Why Get Your Tailwheel Endorsement?
Heightened Awareness on Aircraft Control
Pilots with a tailwheel endorsement have excellent stick and rudder skills, which enhance their aircraft control in all phases of flight. This is particularly crucial during landing, where anticipating the movements of the airplane is key. For those seeking to improve these skills, AATD flight simulators can provide valuable training, while legacy aircraft rentals offer a unique experience in mastering tailwheel endorsement training.
Fun Flying
Earning your tailwheel endorsement is some of the most fun flying you will ever do. From grass strips to forward slips, you're guaranteed to have a great time! Most backcountry flying experiences are in tailwheel aircraft, and incorporating an AATD flight simulator into your training can enhance your skills. Additionally, if you're looking for hands-on experience, legacy aircraft rentals are a fantastic option for your tailwheel endorsement training.
Diversify Your Logbook
Discover how to fly a unique airplane that not many have experienced before. Incorporating different aircraft types, including legacy aircraft rentals, into your logbook enhances your reputation as a pilot. Additionally, consider AATD flight simulator sessions and tailwheel endorsement training to further expand your skills and versatility in aviation.
Ace Crosswind Landings
Struggling with your crosswind landings? Mastering aircraft control for any condition is crucial, especially when landing with a crosswind in a tailwheel aircraft. Consider enhancing your skills with AATD flight simulator training or pursuing tailwheel endorsement training, which can greatly benefit your experience, including legacy aircraft rentals.
Virtual Fly SOLO PRO G1 $50/hr - Based in Saratoga County Airport (5B2)
The Virtual Fly SOLO PRO G1 is an FAA Approved Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) designed to help students working on their instrument rating train more effectively while keeping costs low. This flight simulator represents the Cessna 182 G1000, a very popular instrument trainer.
Instrument Currency (14 CFR 61.57)
Can maintain IFR currency for much cheaper as this simulator is approved by the FAA for instrument approaches and holds. No instructor required either.
Allot Time Towards Certificates
Under 14 CFR Part 61 regulations, students can log up to 20 hours of simulator time for their Instrument Rating and up to 50 hours for their Commercial Pilot Certificate.
Instrument Proficiency Check
Can complete most of an Instrument Proficiency Check utilizing this flight simulator. Cannot complete circling approach and landing from an instrument approach tasks however.