2 DAYS OF TRAINING
AROUND 6-8 HOURS OF FLIGHT TIME
30-40 TAKEOFFS & LANDINGS
APPROXIMATE INVESTMENT $2800-$3500
OVERVIEW:
Kitfox owner training is designed for current tailwheel pilots only.
KITFOX BUILDERS
You know your airplane intimately. You’ve spent a lot of blood, sweat and tears building it from scratch. It’s taken months, if not years to complete. However, you may not know the flight characteristics and how best to fly it. The last thing you want to do is go bend your pride and joy. Spending a day or two training with us is a priceless investment towards a safe, enjoyable, flying future in your Kitfox future flying your Kitfox. We’ll not only offer to teach you how best to fly a Kitfox, but also guide & prepare you for your first flight, and the subsequent Phase 1 (40 hours or task -based) test flying needed to write the pilot operating handbook that remains with the airplane for the rest of it’s life.
KITFOX BUYERS
Have you purchased a factory-built Kitfox, or a gently used Kitfox? Common sense as a pilot suggests, and often insurance requires, some hours of “Type” training (transition from what airplane you’re familiar). Type training is offered in our Kitfox only (with limited exceptions – known builder, or factory-assist build). After spending a day (maybe 2) in local front country “Type” training – consider immediately following up with advanced Backcountry training – the environment the Kitfox was specifically designed for.
If you’ve not yet bought a Kitfox, but are ready to get some “time-in-type” training under your belt, this is a great opportunity to prepare for your purchase (See Demo/1st lesson page).
Their great instructors will prepare you with backcountry skills BEFORE arriving Stick & Rudder Aviation for our multi-day, Wilderness Lodge overnight, “Backcountry Training Tours”.
WHAT WE FLY:
STi version
Series 7 Super Sport version
POWERED BY:
- STi (wing) version: Rotax 915 (141 HP) w/ manual-controlled MT constant-speed prop
- Super Sport (wing) version: Rotax 916 (160 HP) w/ Manual MT prop
INCLUDING:
- Garmin G3x panels - auto pilot
- “Stock Flight Systems" - Engine Monitoring Unit (EMU)
- Flight instruments presented in tape or analog (round gauge) format
- Bose active noise-cancelling headsets
- Airframes Alaska “Airstreak” bush tires & T-3 tailwheel suspension.
STi KITFOX RENTAL (wet)
- plus 6% Idaho sales tax
FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR
- you’ll receive approximately 3 hours of preparatory ground instruction to ensure you get the most from your flight time
DEPOSIT & CONTRACT:
We require a $2,000 deposit for every week of training you reserve on our schedule. Once we receive your deposit, we will send you a confirmation of your reservation.
Your deposit is non-refundable if you cancel within 90 days of your reservation. Should circumstances arise that you must cancel, we will courtesy hold your “TRAINING” deposit on account within our training season (ending about Thanksgiving due to snow covering the airstrips), in hopes you will attempt to re-schedule. Once you start your training, the deposit will be used towards your training balance.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?
We are located at Emmett Municipal Airport
Hangar #54
37 miles (road) Northwest of Boise Airport
Click here for directions
WHEN CAN I COME?
March through November are ideal as the weather is more predictable and the backcountry airstrips are generally void of snow. Please complete our contact form and include your proposed training window. We’ll check the schedule and either confirm or offer availability options. Please give us plenty of lead time as we’re usually booked up several months in advance.
WHERE DO I STAY?
We’ve compiled a comprehensive “GUIDE TO PLANNING YOUR TRIP” in hopes that you’ll have nothing short of a great experience both in the air and on the ground while visiting Idaho.
IS IT POSSIBLE FOR A KITFOX AND AN INSTRUCTOR TO COME TO ME?
Yes, we gladly offer training from your home airport. The following is a breakdown of costs:
OUR KITFOX TO YOU:
Ferry costs to bring our Kitfox to you: Flight time @ posted rates
Kitfox rental for training (your home): Posted rates
Instructor: Posted day rates as ferry’s are multiple days
Plus reimbursement for: Lodging, meals, and rental car for the instructor. (The same expenses you would have for yourself, if visiting us!).
Plus reimbursement for any hangar or FBO ramp fees if needed for Kitfox security & protection while ferrying or during training @ your home.
KITFOX PURCHASED (new or used) ferried to your home base:
Ferried @ Day Rate (if overnight)
Plus reimbursement for: FERRY fuel, hangar, FBO ramp fees, and maintenance (as needed), travel expenses.
Plus reimbursement for: Lodging, meals, and travel expenses for the instructor. (Again, the same expenses you would have for yourself, if ferrying and follow-up training).
This is a great option for those not able to take the time away from family or work, but would still like the opportunity to train with us.
KITFOX BUILT (you’ve just completed the build):
We can assist with the 1st flight and Phase 1 flight testing based on FAA and EAA guidelines (STi or Series 7 Super Sport versions only).
No personal training is allowed within the Phase 1 (typically 40 hours and within 50 miles of your base).
Same day rate and reimbursable expenses – as above
This is a great option for those not able to take the time away from family or work, but would still like the opportunity to train with us.
WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO DISCUSS MY FUTURE TRAINING?
Due to the high demand for our services and lack of cell signal in the backcountry, we’re typically unable to communicate via phone. Please proceed to our contact form to submit your details.
HOW TO PREP FOR YOUR TRAINING:
We ask that you show up prepared and motivated in order to get the most from your training experience. Below are some suggested resources to help you prepare for your first lesson:
LEARN ABOUT THE AIRCRAFT YOU’LL BE FLYING
ROTAX ENGINES in our flight school fleet
Rotax engines overview
More Rotax engine videos
915is Turbo
915is Turbo (2)
TAILWHEEL PROCEDURES
Short articles on the How & Why: The Taildragger
Rich Stowell’s opinion (right on): Tailwheel Transition Training
Airfacts Journal: Why you must fly a taildragger
Tailwheel Checkout Course (online): Learn Safe Taildragger Flying
The Compleat Taildragger Pilot: A must for any Tailwheel pilots library
Learn to Turn: A Stick and Rudder Approach to Reducing Loss of Control